The Swahili text of this African-style original is a joyful celebration of peace, set for a cappella voices with shaker and drums (included in the score). Somewhat reminiscent of O Sifuni Mungu, it
Here is a popular traditional Zulu song as arranged by Rudolf de Beer, former conductor of the Drakensberg Boys Choir of South Africa. What a vivid connection to the people and culture of that part of the
This Nigerian carol will impart a very special dramatic flavor to your holiday concert! Sung a cappella or with optional percussion (conga, bongos, tambourines), it is a remarkable piece, with the original
You won't want to miss this delightfully festive little piece that is a superb way to introduce a multicultural perspective into your holiday programming. Independent choral lines build a lively
Carefully crafted vocal lines combine in lush harmony in this easy and effective introduction into modern a cappella singing. A beautiful text paired with an artistic setting gives the perfect opportunity
This masterful anthem is one that has connected with singers and congregations all over the globe. It is a timeless anthem you'll come back to each and every year. Full instrumentation includes strings,
This work is the latest installment in the SONGS OF THE WORLD series edited by Andre de Quadros. Here, the composer refers to the piece as a "lively, modern interpretation of the Venezuelan calypso, a
This very accessible piece pairs a beautifully written vocal and piano score with the Langston Hughes poem that warns us to "Hold fast to dreams... for when dreams go, life is a barren field frozen with
Written in lyric style, this beautiful choral can be used for any occasion. The sentiment of the text "I believe in the sun, even when it's not shining" springs forth with inspiration and sends thoughts
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. With brief narration and the echo of a Russian
The treasured text, "May the road rise up to greet you..." is warmly set for mixed voices and piano by Belfast Cathedral composer Philip Stopford. A perfect concert or service benediction!
One of the Trois chansons folkloriques which also includes Un Canadien errant and Les raftsmen, this Quebecois folk song was originally known in France as Mon pere a fait
This exciting spiritual, with accompaniment for high, medium, and low conga drums, is an unusually appealing number suitable for a wide variety of uses, from smaller choirs to massed choir
A longtime festival favorite for SATB divisi choirs, this remarkable a cappella setting of a 17th-century poem by Andrew Marvell celebrates the power and influence of music. This setting is now available
A perennial festival favorite, particularly for younger choirs, the arranger catches the mood of the train theme of the piece in a most artistic and delightful fashion.