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l Estrella Blancaarr. Victor C. Johnson. Victor
Johnson expertly combines a free-flowing Spanish
folk melody with a passionate text about finding
the way home. Mostly in English, this exceptional
programming choice will add a unique flavor to your
next concert.
10520021 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10520022 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10520026 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
n Fais Do Do (Acadian Lullaby)arr. Susan
Brumfield. This soothing piece for treble choirs
captures the Cajun style with simplicity and charm.
It is very sweet and pretty, with a lovely melody and
harmonies. The performance notes give a brief
history of the song as well as a phonetic alphabet
key and English translation of the French verses:
"Go to sleep, Colas my little brother, go to sleep,
you will have your milk..."
10431468 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
Ht Famine Songarr. Matthew Culloton. This unique
a cappella work captures the drama of the survival
of the Sudanese people during the famine of the
1980s. "Ease my spirit, ease my soul, please free
my hands from this barren soil. Ease my mother,
ease my child, earth and sky be reconciled..."
3303263 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
H Feel Goodarr. Barbara Baker & David Elliott. Feel
Good is a contemporary Afro-American gospel song
that should be performed with joy, exuberance and
enthusiasm! Highly rhythmic with judicious hand
claps and utilizing a secular text of positiveness
and high self-esteem, this exciting work is certain
to be a favorite of singers and audiences alike!
1874163 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
H Five Hebrew Love SongsEric Whitacre.
Written by Hila Plitmann and inspired by a trip to
Switzerland, each song in this suite is a poetic
postcard that captures every lush, romantic
moment in full. An expressive and idiomatic
collection for mixed or women's choruses. The
suite is set for piano and violin, but may also be
performed with string quartet.
3296219 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
3299116 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
5975230 Instrumental Parts
String Quartet . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
5991450 Instrumental Score . . . . . . . 40.00
9520730 Instrumental Parts
Violin Accompaniment . . . . . 9.00
Funga Alafia (Song of Welcome)arr. Jill
Gallina. Choreography is included in this joyful
piece, based on a traditional song of welcome sung
in many parts of Africa. Greetings of good health,
blessings, and peace are expressed throughout.
Parts for claves, bongos, and conga enhance the
African feeling, while phrases of vocal speech seem
to invite everyone to join in the celebration!
10190826 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10190827 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
t Gabi Gabiarr. William Powell. This a cappella
setting of a traditional South African praise song just
bursts with joyful energy! Full of dynamic contrasts,
exciting percussion and a wide range of layered
vocal textures, this is an exceptional multicultural
selection that we recommend very highly.
3207750 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
3299321 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
lt A Gaelic Good NightJames Gossler.
Simplicity often gives way to purity and beauty,
and that is the case with James Gossler's setting
of this Irish room blessing. Serving as a concert
closer or benediction, the words bring peace and
comfort. The music is equally serene, written in a
chorale style.
10513667 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n Gate Gate (Gone, Gone)Brian Tate. Joyful
energy, dance-like rhythms, effective handclaps,
and shifting meters all come together in this
exuberant choral feature that is based on a
Buddhist mantra. Repetitive melodies dance
freely through alternating meters, while the piano
accompaniment provides color and flair. A popular
choice for more capable choirs, it is simply an
unforgettable multicultural selection.
5775374 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
l Gently (Walk on the Earth)Brian Tate. This
original multicultural piece is inspired by a West
African Yoruba saying: "Enjoy the world gently; if
we spoil it, it will not return." Composer Brian Tate
scores this work for SATB voices, with piano and
optional djembe.
10509271 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
n Gloria from Missa KenyaPaul Basler. This
impressive work is filled with wonderful rhythms.
Featuring African drums and hand claps, it is
composed for tenor solo (performable by soprano)
with choral backup. A joyful, vibrant work!
5439260 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
4 Gnothi SaftonJim Papoulis/ed. Sophia Miller.
With Gnothi Safton, composer Jim Papoulis raises
the profile of Boomwhackers out of the elementary
classroom and onto the concert stage. Including an
original inspirational text that urges young people to
"know thyself," "seek beauty, freedom and justice"
and "celebrate virtue, prudence, courage and life,"
this is the song that your chorus will ask for every
day before they leave the choir room.
10495646 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
H Good Night (A Russian Song)Dmitri Kabalev-
sky/arr. Rao. Arranged for unison or two-part
voices, this Russian song, taught to Doreen Rao by
Dmitri Kabalevsky, may be accompanied by piano
or Orff instruments.
1665843 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.95
H Haidaarr. Henry Leck. Based on a Chassidic
round, this arrangement is excellent to help a
beginning chorus to sing together in parts. First
sung in unison, then in a three-part round, the
music is fun and easily accessible. The word
"Haida" has no specific meaning, but is meant to
be treated much like "lah" in American folk music.
5303532 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.75
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Hakuna Mungu Kama WeweKirk Aamot. This
popular worship song from Kenya can be performed
in a variety of ways: by adding movement while
singing, incorporating percussion instruments into
the performance, or as a processional. Opening
with a simple unison melody, the song progresses
into two parts and finally adds a descant-like third
voice part. This is a marvelous multicultural feature
for a cappella choirs!
10351129 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10437297 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.90
H Halle, Halle, Hallearr. Hal Hopson. This
Caribbean tune may well be the most popular
of the new multicultural songs that have found
their way into the choral repertoire. Hal Hopson's
setting of this infectious melody is one that will
have your listeners humming and singing along.
The perfect combination of original verses by
Hal and the easy optional percussion make this
setting irresistibly catching!
3133386 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
3235785 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10425480 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
3133394 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
4 Haru SugiteVictor C. Johnson. Capturing the
distinctly Asian flavor of this traditional Japanese
text, Victor's haunting setting provides a marvelous
multicultural and creative programming gem for
developing choirs. A pronunciation guide and
translation are provided for the Japanese lyrics and
the middle section is sung in English. The addition
of flute, wind chimes and triangle will provide unique
color and texture and will enhance any performance.
10512787 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10512788 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10512789 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
H HashivenuNira Chen/arr. Rao. Performable by
unison voices or as either a two or three-part canon,
this Israeli folk song, edited by Doreen Rao, is quite
effective in a variety of performance situations.
1656560 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
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Hine Ma Tovarr. Allan Naplan. Inspired by
Psalm 133, Hine Ma Tov is translated "How good
it is for all of us to dwell together in peace." The
meaning of the Hebrew text is universal, as is the
appeal of the lively music, which cleverly shifts
between major and minor. The delightful "lai lai lai"
refrain will make your audience want to clap along!
10370730 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
1978097 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Hine Ma Tovarr. Lon Beery. Two popular
Jewish folk songs are joined in this creative
medley based on a poignant text, which speaks
of dwelling together in unity and harmony. A cello
part is provided for the TTB voicing, while a violin
part has been included for the three-part mixed
and two-part settings. For any occasion with a
unity or brotherhood theme, this is guaranteed to
be a rewarding experience for your singers and
audiences! Highly recommended!
10303151 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10303152 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10303153 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10295929 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
n Hisakata (The Gentle Light of Spring)Victor
C. Johnson. This superb setting of a traditional
Japanese text captures the ancient mystery of
Japan through haunting melodies and simple
harmonies. Parts (included) for flute, wind
chimes and triangle add wonderful color and
texture, creating an authentic cultural experience.
A pronunciation guide is included for the four
Japanese words; the middle section is in English:
"Spring has come, and once again the sun shines
in the sky..."
10366646 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10366647 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
Ho, Ho, Watanay (Sleep, Sleep, Little One)
Greg Gilpin. Incorporating partner melodies,
echo, and simple two-part (or three-part mixed)
singing, this soothing, gentle setting is an excellent
choice for teaching soft, lyrical singing. The
repetitive chorus is in Iroquois, while the verses
are in English. Add the optional parts for recorder
(or flute) and percussion to enhance the Native
American flavor.
10520020 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10366649 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10366650 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
4 Holla Hi, Holla Ho!arr. Dave & Jean Perry.
Arranger Jean Perry first heard this clever German
folk song as a young girl singing around a fire at Girl
Scout camp. It was so enchanting, she never forgot
it. Now set for SSA voices, opportunities abound for
teaching rhythmic precision, tonic, sub-dominant
and tonic chord relationships, and independent
part singing. A wonderful piece that will delight
audiences and treble choirs of all levels.
10509960 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
H Hotaru Koi (Ho, Firefly)arr. Ro Ogura. This
arrangement of the Japanese children's song
continues to be a popular choice for state and
regional festival lists.
1636257 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
n I Hear the Windmillarr. Ruth Elaine Schram.
This fast-moving setting of the French Canadian
folksong J'entends le Moulin is perfect for
developing choirs. Optional percussion parts,
English or French lyrics, and performance
suggestions make this accessible work a delight to
prepare and perform! Highly recommended!
10457304 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10457306 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10457517 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
If You Could Hear My VoiceJim Papoulis. Jim
Papoulis is the master of easy-to-sing choral pieces
with a "world music" theme, and this rhythmic,
uplifting song is a superb example of his work! It
proclaims, "there is a voice inside me and I must let
it sing." Highly recommended!
10321115 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
4 Ili, Ili, Tulog Anayarr. Victor C. Johnson.
This charming lullaby from Panay Island in the
Philippines exudes an elegant simplicity and tender,
evocative harmonies. While most of the piece is
sung in the traditional language of Ilonggos, the
middle section features an a cappella verse sung in
English. A violin part enhances the gentle mood and
a pronunciation guide and translation are included.
10512876 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10512877 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
ImbakwaJim Papoulis. Beautifully melodic,
with a great beat and a great message, this "world
music" piece has a text in Swahili which translates
as, "We have a right." Imbakwa was written for the
score of a film about an organization benefiting
orphans in Tanzania. The organization, called
TunaHAKI, uses the arts to empower children to
have the future they deserve. A hand-drum part is
included in the choral score. Highly recommended!
10340678 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
In This Ancient House (Momoshiki Ya)Ruth
Morris Gray. With its haunting melody and open
fourth and fifth harmonies, this gentle setting of
a traditional Japanese poem captures the mystery
of ancient Japan. The Japanese text alternating
with the English translation is easy to learn and
evokes images of ages past. A pronunciation and
translation guide is included. The finger cymbals
complement the distinctly Asian flavor of this
delightfully evocative piece!
10043514 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10043463 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10047872 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10047156 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 39.95
H
Inscription of HopeZ. Randall Stroope.
A profoundly moving text, written on a cellar wall
during the rise of Nazi Germany, joins with original
music to create a deeply emotional expression of
hope for all mankind. With brief narration and the
echo of a Russian folk melody, this is an important
contribution to the concert repertoire for more
discerning choirs!
1910504 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3073038 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1910512 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10307417 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10307418 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10006345 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10011541 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 29.95
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Iro Yearr. Jill Gallina. This lullaby is from the
Republic of Benin, a country in West Africa. The
Mina language of the traditional melody is paired
with an original melody in English, creating a
dreamy partner-style song with optional flute. It's a
simple piece that will make it fun to learn about the
people of Benin.
10499852 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10499853 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
n It Takes a VillageJoan Szymko. The familiar
African saying, "It takes a village to raise a child,"
is appropriately set to tribal-sounding music in this
marvelous cross-cultural feature. A great closer,
this piece is a proven audience favorite!
3277274 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3277266 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10423621 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
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