Multicultural & World Music

Much more than a greeting, "aloha" is also an acronym that represents the spirit of the Hawaiian culture. This rhythmic original piece celebrates the five traits of aloha, sung in Hawaiian, and then defines

This popular South African song is an isiZulu hymn with a very simple text. The emphasis on the syllable "shu" creates a percussive sound which, along with the syncopated melody lines and rhythmic vitality,

This well-known Otjiherero folk song from Namibia carries a message of love, joy, and happiness in praise of God. With a steady, undulating rhythm, this selection features solo groups over the chorus

This Malay folk song about a pony fish has a short melody made up of only four notes, but the song is brought to life by the expressions and metaphors in the poem. The body percussion, movement, and descant

This sensitive, authentic arrangement of a well-known Yiddish folksong introduces singers to the harmonic characteristics of Yiddish music. Clapping and body percussion are employed to great effect, and a

This selection is a dance that represents friendship and the flow of the human spirit. It is a time for all to come together to syncopate the energy of Mother Earth to the beat of the drum.

With the traditional Latin lyrics "Gloria in excelsis Deo," this setting is anything but traditional. Including some chant as well as stomping and clapping throughout, this almost has the feel of a Maori

This entertaining and straightforward arrangement for choirs was written by master arranger Philip Lawson and will be popular with choirs and audiences alike. This a cappella piece has an authentic and

This original setting of a short Hebrew text speaks about how the world is in many fragments and we need to work to repair it. The driving piano accompaniment enhances the simple, appealing vocal texture

Originally known as Glad Tidings, this hymn was translated by Makua Laiana, an early missionary who arrived in Hawai'i in 1831 and spent the remainder of his life amongst the Hawaiian people.

Translated as "The One-Horned Cow," this is a playful song learned by many Irish children in school. With origins in the southwest coast of Ireland, the one-horned cow is a metaphor for a poitin still (an

This beautiful contemporary a cappella concert work is an original composition by the Latvian composer. Translated as "Silver Moon," the Latvian or singable English lyrics compare the moon and its phases to

A cheerful folk song proclaiming "Sing, daughters!" is arranged in a contemporary a cappella style by a Latvian woman composer and member of the Latvian Singers, for whom this was originally set. Brimming

This tremendously fun arrangement of a South African greeting song exclaims, "Iyo hlonolofatsa, Ka lebitso la ntate," which translates as, "Bless everything in the name of the Father." Featuring a soloist,

Serving as an unofficial anthem, this beloved Korean folk song is creatively set by one of Korea's top female composers. This arrangement begins with beautiful, flowing unison vocal lines and simple

From the Italian word tutti, meaning all or everyone, and the Hindustani (northern Indian) term tarana, a musical form that allows solo singers to display vocal agility, this original work

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

This is a lovingly arranged piece whose lyrics (in Swedish) assure listeners that God will love and accept them whoever they are. The warm harmonies will wrap your audience in a blanket of acceptance.

A beautiful and strong message in Swedish promoting peace and love for the earth has been sweetly put to music.

This Latin pop song was written as a message of hope from young people to children to try hard, persevere, and never stop dreaming. This joyous song features a combination of Latin pop, Columbian cumbia,

A fast and furious piece depicting the fierce power and beauty of the pre-World War II trains in the Philippines. The lyrics (in Tagalog, the national language of the Philippines) combine vast landscape

Beginning softly with a rainstick, a soloist or small group, and simple background harmonies, this fun-to-sing piece picks up the pace with a rhythmic, nicely harmonized section accompanied by shakers, hand

Here's a flexible setting of a Ghanaian folksong that sparkles with energy. Whether it is sung a cappella or with piano accompaniment, the strong vocal pairings, handclaps, and active percussion parts

This exciting Hungarian-Romani folk song, originally arranged for Chanticleer, has been masterfully adapted in this arrangement which includes shouts, calls, claps, and spoken sounds in the tradition of