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Multicultural & World Music
Kibo (Hope)—Earlene Rentz. Perfect for
developing choirs, this setting of Wanetta
Hill's text is unique and rewarding. A
pentatonic melody beautifully complements
the lyrics about peace and unity, and a
lyrical piano accompaniment supports the
warm vocal harmonies. A pronunciation
guide and translation are included for the
Japanese text.
11640117 Three-Part Mixed . .ME 2.45
11640118 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Kiiriminna—arr. Marie-Claire Saindon.
Popularized by the Finnish folk group
Värttinä, the text of this song tells of
carefree young people, always cheerful
despite life's troubles and shrugging off
heartbreak with humor. A quirky melody
is paired with playful harmonies and an
energetic piano accompaniment, making
this an exciting work for high school and
community choirs alike. A translation and
pronunciation guide are included for the
Ingrian Finnish text, and the parts for egg
shaker and frame drum are available as a
free download from the publisher's website.
11682229 SSATB. . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.50
Kizilciklar—arr. Hakan Onsoz. From
the Carrie Tennant Choral Series, this
energetic arrangement of a Turkish folk
song is rewarding for singers and audience
alike. A great opener or closer, it features
a lively 9/8 meter, bold harmonies, and a
playful feel. A translation and pronunciation
guide are available for the Turkish text.
11640799 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00
Kokoleoko—arr. Victor Johnson. Spirited
and humorous, this Liberian folk song
speaks of a rooster that announces the
sunrise of each new day, with kokoleoko
imitating "cockadoodledoo." Traditionally
performed as a children's clapping game,
this a cappella selection features call and
response, easy harmonies, handclaps, and
percussion.
11610164 Three-Part Mixed . .ME 2.50
11610166 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
Kusimama (Standing Tall – 10th
Anniversary Edition)—Jim Papoulis.
Subtitled Standing Tall, this original work
combines Swahili and English phrases
about standing with hope, strength,
acceptance, and a positive spirit – all in an
accessible world music style. Celebrating
ten years as a concert and festival favorite,
this anniversary edition matches the original
edition in each voicing, but now with a
larger portion of the royalties going to the
Foundation for Small Voices.
11398052 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
11398053 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
11398054 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
Love is—Misun Kim. Perfect for high
school, community, and collegiate
choirs, this treble feature sets a poem
by one of Korea's most respected and
beloved writers, Sister Claudia Lee
Hae-In, which beautifully reflects on
the many ways to express what love
is. Written in accessible and easy-to-
pronounce Korean, the piece features
catchy and uplifting melodies that make
it approachable by both singers and
audiences. Pronunciation and translation
guides are included in the score, and a
pronunciation recording is available
as a free download on the publisher's
website.
11678849 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 4.45
Malakatumba—Josu Elberdin. Born as
a game, this clever piece uses imitating
sounds and nonsense vocables to form
words with no real meaning. It begins with
four solo voices in canon over a humming
harmonic accompaniment by the choir.
Then it opens into the main body of the
song that is quickly built by having each
voice part on its own ostinato. Add the
body percussion and this will be a real
showstopper!
11348343 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
11348625 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.35
Mama Wawa—Nyi Nyi Myin. A traditional
nursery rhyme from Myanmar, this is the
first text a child may learn as an introduction
to the Burmese language. A curriculum
guide authored by Coty Raven Morris and
Colleen McNickle with lesson plans and
extension activities is available as a free
PDF download.
11537981 Three-Part Mixed . .ME 2.90
11593300 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.90
11640805 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.90
Mangisondele Nkosi Yam—arr. Michael
Barrett. An arrangement of a traditional
song from the Zulu culture, this is written in
the isicathamiya style that originated among
Zulu mine workers during the apartheid
years. Two soloists open with a call followed
by response from the choir. Dramatic and
powerful, it builds throughout with an
exciting rhythmic section at its center. A
translation and pronunciation guide are
provided.
10761752 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.70
11639333 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.90
11202479 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Mangwani Mpulele (A Partner Song
with "Hey, Mister Rain")—arr. Mary
Donnelly & George L.O. Strid. Most
commonly associated with the Bantu
people of Lesotho, South Africa, and
Zimbabwe, this folk song became popular
during the 1950s and 60s with recordings
by the Kingston Trio and Harry Belafonte.
Created for elementary school choirs, this
easy-to-assemble arrangement partners
the traditional tune with an original melody,
plus optional small-group call-and-response
phrases and percussion patterns that add to
the fun!
11677082 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
Meon hu-il (Someday, Far Away)—Sung-
eun Jo. A romantic setting of a poem by
leading Korean poet So-Wol Kim that
expresses deep feelings of longing and
walking forward from the past. A soaring
piano accompaniment and lush choral
harmonies add to the beauty and drama of
this lovely work for more mature high school
or collegiate treble choirs.
11681141 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.40
Modimo—arr. Michael Barrett. A song
of praise and celebration from South Africa.
Improvised percussion and a traditional
Sesotho melody make for a grounded and
deep sound your singers will immediately
connect with. A quick learn with a huge
impact.
10994206 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.20
11200553 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.20
Moto Umewaka! (The Fire Is Burning!)—
arr. Robert J. Begisen. A traditional
Kenyan melody sung for generations,
this song is full of energy and spirit and is
accessible to mixed ensembles of all ages
or levels. The text celebrates an inner fire
and joyful vitality, making it a celebratory
addition to any concert or service. The
optional percussion adds excitement,
and synchronized movement or dance is
encouraged.
11677403 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.60
Muhona—Cedrick Howoseb/ed. Ryan
Main. Sung in the Otjiherero language of
southwest Africa, this joyful and upbeat
original a cappella work by Nambian
composer Howoseb features claps,
easy-to-learn movements, and djembe
accompaniment. You can also showcase
soloists or small groups of singers on the
descants that soar over the rhythmic choral
lines. A pronunciation guide and translation
are provided along with a notated djembe
part.
11589488 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
11606108 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
11589489 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
11589490 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
Muie Rendera—arr. C.A. Pinto Fonseca.
Two of the most popular folk tunes from
Northeast Brazil are combined in this joyful
arrangement, which has been performed
often at festivals since its publication in
1999.
3215860 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.30
10032215 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.30
11368803 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.15
10439404 Pronunciation Guide . . . 4.50
Murasame (The Mists of Evening)—
Victor C. Johnson. This gentle original
setting of an 11th-century Japanese text
captures the mystery and flavor of ancient
Japan and frames the middle section,
which is in English. Haunting melodies
and simple harmonies are complemented
by optional chime tree and rain stick for a
distinctly Asian mood. A pronunciation and
translation guide is included.
10273543 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.75
11172836 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.75
10273544 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
Muusika (Music)—Part Uusberg. A
meditation on the mystery and wonder of
music, this Estonian tone poem is a little
gem for a cappella choirs. With gorgeous
harmonies that intensify the text, this will
resonate deeply with your singers. Estonian
pronunciation guide and translation are
provided.
10593348 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.15
10882572 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.15
Mwanga Mkali Aita (The Bright Light
Calls)—Michael S. Bryson. A blend of
Swahili proverbs and original lyrics, this
empowering piece with a world-music
feel carries an uplifting message: "Unity is
strength; reach for the stars!" Rhythmic and
exciting, it's a lively festival piece or concert
closer for high school or community mixed
divisi choirs.
11677404 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . M 3.30
My Mother Told Me—Ehan Hartung. Set to
an ancient Viking poem, this powerful and
approachable work brings the spirit of Norse
adventure to young choirs. With a strong,
singable melody and optional percussion,
it captures the energy and determination of
seafarers setting sail for distant shores.
11636469 TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
