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Taaveti laul No. 141 (Psalm 141)—Cyrillus
Kreek. Drawing on the composer's deep
connection to the Estonian folk tradition, this
setting of Psalm 141 paints the plea "Lord,
I cry unto thee" with a blend of chant-like
melody and rich harmonies. A compelling
work for more advanced mixed choirs, this
intimate work amplifies the cry of the heart.
11640205 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . M 2.95
Tagaloa—Elisha Fa'i-So'oialo. An energetic
and culturally enriching immersion into the
musical flavors of the Pacific, this original
work draws from the traditional sounds
of Samoan chanting and drumming and
brings the legends of the Pacific to life. With
its accessible vocal lines and celebratory
spirit, this is an ideal selection for school
and community choirs alike.
11678860 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.35
TaReKiTa—Reena Esmail. In a vibrant
cross-cultural celebration, this original work
is composed in raga jog, an Indian classical
melodic framework that incorporates
both major and minor. Repeated riff-like
vocalizations that mimic Indian instruments
are easy to learn, while the vocal slides
and captivating melodies combine to a
spectacular effect. Add the choreographed
hand motions for a truly exciting
presentation!
11338537 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 4.25
11592812 SA or SAA opt. Piano
Accomp.. . . . . . . . . . . M 4.95
11342528 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 4.25
11372356 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 4.25
Temporal—arr. Diana V. Saez & Suzzette
Ortiz. An exciting concert selection for
mixed choirs, this arrangement of a
traditional plena is both authentic and
accessible. Plena is an Afro-Puerto Rican
rhythm that blends melodic and rhythmic
elements from Spanish and African musical
influences. With a piano accompaniment
and notated percussion lines, this is a
dynamic choice for any time of year!
11535672 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
Three A Cappella Spanish Songs—arr.
Christi Jones. The whale, the horse, and
the elephant are the subjects of these three
delightful, brief a cappella Spanish folk
songs which may be performed as a set or
separately. The performance notes provide
translations, and there are pronunciation
recordings available online. Set in different
meters, these songs are a great way to
feature emerging voices at contest or
festival!
11559651 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
11370924 TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
Three French Songbirds—arr. Earlene
Rentz & Suzanne Rita Byrnes. A medley of
two beloved French folk songs, this utterly
charming arrangement is a winner for any
children's choir. The voices gleefully imitate
the merry, carefree songs of three birds –
a cuckoo, an owl, and a magpie – while
a playful piano accompaniment dances
through the piece. A pronunciation guide
and translation is included for the French
verse, though most of the text is in English.
11683407 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Thula Thul—arr. Douglas E. Wagner.
Featuring simple, easy-to-learn repeating
melodies and harmonies, this gentle setting of
a traditional South African lullaby is supported
with a flowing piano accompaniment and
optional shaker. At just under two minutes, it
offers an achievable yet rewarding challenge
for young choirs. A pronunciation guide and
translation is provided.
11641439 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
Tipitin—Maria Grever/arr. Raul
Dominguez. Written by the United Mexican
States' first well-known female composer,
this vals Mexicano (Mexican waltz) makes
a charming a cappella work for high school,
community, or collegiate choirs. The
textured setting offers well-conceived choral
parts throughout, sometimes using lower
voices to provide a dance-like underscore
for the lilting melody; an agile soloist is
featured at the end. In Spanish throughout,
a full translation and pronunciation notes
assist in the understanding and mastery
of the text.
11317166 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.05
11317167 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.05
11677193 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.40
Together We Rise! (Tuko Pamoja)—
Victor C. Johnson. This vibrant, rhythmic
original song is a universal celebration of
hope and unity, featuring a memorable
Swahili chorus that proclaims, "We are
together, we walk in faith." It echoes the
principles of Kwanzaa and can be sung as
a statement of togetherness at any time of
year. Enrich the performance with exciting
optional world music percussion parts for
djembe, shakers, wood block, and cowbell.
11639200 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.25
11682985 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.25
Tongo—arr. Greg Gilpin. This traditional
canoe song from Polynesia sounds very
impressive with handclaps and percussion
instruments adding to the choral texture.
The echoing voice parts suggest people
communicating from canoe to canoe as
they travel between islands. The Polynesian
text is simple, and a pronunciation guide is
included. A refreshing change of pace in the
multicultural category!
10985245 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.20
10752388 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.20
10515746 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
10514270 TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
Tres Cantos Nativos—arr. Marcos Leite.
This exciting work is freely based on three
melodies sung by the Kraho tribe – a group
of indigenous Brazilians living in the forests
of northern Brazil. Percussive rhythms
and vocal layers are enhanced with live
percussion instruments and effective
handclaps to bring unique musical colors
to your concert hall. A popular choice for
festivals and all-state choirs.
5539655 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.15
3700438 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.00
Tshela Moya/Ke nna yo Morena—arr.
Michael Barrett. These two traditional
Sesotho songs fit beautifully together
with sacred texts and call-and-response
techniques between the soloists and the
choir. Varying in tempo, Tshela Moya is
slower with a sense of yearning, and Ke nna
yo Morena picks up in speed and rhythmic
intensity to bring a natural growth to this
concert arrangement.
11347961 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . M 3.20
11514262 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.20
Tshotsholoza (Go Forward)—arr. Jeffery
L. Ames. This rousing arrangement of the
popular South African freedom song has
become a standard in the choral repertoire.
With call-and-response vocals, Xhosa text,
and rhythmic percussion accompaniment,
it transports the listener to South Africa,
where the song is often referred to as the
unofficial anthem of the country. It was used
in the soundtrack of the Oscar-nominated
movie "Invictus," and served as South
Africa's battle call at the 2010 World Cup.
10276407 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00
3304220 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.20
Tsuki—arr. Greg Gilpin. Reflecting the style
of Japanese folk songs, this arrangement
for elementary choir gently sets the melody
with soft harmonies, quiet dynamics, and
enhanced harmonies. The text tells of the
moon coming out at night, disappearing
behind the clouds, and then returning to
shine. Simple percussion such as finger
cymbals or wind chimes can be added
using the included parts.
11672152 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
Tuimbe Pamoja—Alexandar Johnson.
Focusing on the theme of unity and
singing together, this high-energy Swahili
celebration features infectious rhythms, a
standout solo, and accessible part writing
that your choir will have down in no time.
Ideal for high school or community choirs,
the a cappella texture with a notated
djembe part makes this a memorable
concert addition.
11683953 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
Uhelssigu Taryeng—Jinsil Lee. Inspired
by traditional Korean taryeng (taryeong)
folk art with rhythmic refrains and colloquial
language, this unique original work
contains phrases that enrich the rhythm
and atmosphere without conveying specific
meaning. Rhythmic and challenging, these
repetitive rhythmic motifs are woven into a
dynamic interplay of voices, culminating in
a powerful climactic finish.
11639324 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 3.00
Umoja Tunaimba (United We Sing)—
Victor C. Johnson. Ideal for many uses
throughout the year, this energetic
original composition proclaims a
message of justice and peace. Bringing
voices together to stand in umoja (unity),
it can be used to celebrate Kwanzaa or
as a concert or service selection for any
occasion. A piano part is included, but
it can also be sung a cappella with the
included percussion part.
11393661 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.25
11567238 Three-Part Mixed . .ME 3.25
11567239 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 3.25
Vem Kan Segla?—arr. Jeremy M. Nabors.
A tender traditional Swedish folk song
unfolds with haunting clarity in this carefully
crafted a cappella setting. The melancholic
melody is harmonized with call-and-
response moments, subtle pedal tones, and
expressive duets. There is a translation and
pronunciation guide for the Swedish text.
11620358 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Vichten—Angele Arsenault/arr. Hart
Rouge. This high-energy piece for a
cappella treble choir with optional body
percussion and spoons is fun to sing and
dynamic to perform. Written in the style of
an Acadian folk song, the words of Vichten
are made up entirely of nonsense syllables,
similar to Scottish "mouth music" where the
voices are intended to mimic instruments.
11337826 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
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