Multicultural & World Music

This easygoing arrangement of a Congolese folk song is accessible and satisfying to sing. The joyful, gently syncopated melodies combine to create full harmonies while the piano and optional percussion

Hear the steady sound of the mill wheel in this brisk setting of the French Canadian folk song, which uses alternate French and English text. "I hear the windmill, tick-a tick-a tack-a..." Use the

This gentle, flowing piece combines thematic elements of two popular Korean folk songs, Doraji and Arirang. The selection is performed in English and Korean, with the Korean

Based on a folk song from Ghana, this is a happy song of welcome that will make a wonderful, upbeat opener to your concert. Carefully considered ranges and simple stacking harmonies that are fun to

The title of this Yiddish folk song informs us that a Balalaika will at least be inferred in the music. This wonderfully authentic arrangement does just that. It also includes a clarinet obligato (included

A traditional Thai folk song is beautifully arranged for developing treble or mixed choirs. Gentle melodies are interwoven into a lyrical canon-like texture that is expressive and compelling. Written with a

Young singers can discover the sights and sounds of the Scottish Hebrides and an ancient chant sung by the people of that remote location. This setting includes original music that frames the chant and

A whirling, twirling Andalusian dancer is vividly portrayed in this setting of a traditional Spanish folksong. Well-crafted vocal lines over a colorful piano accompaniment make this an excellent choice for

This song from the Yiddish theater also found popularity in the folk movement of the 1960s after it was recorded by Joan Baez. In this charming arrangement for young and developing voices, an optional

Here is the perfect way to introduce your young singers to the Brazilian jazz samba, or bossa nova. Just enough repetition, some simple scat singing, and English subtext are a recipe for success. There's

With alternate Spanish and English words, this vibrant Colombian folk song accompanies a popular folk dance, the Cumbia. With hand claps, a "la la la" descant and a "Hey!" at the end, the arrangement is

Expand your students' horizons with this arrangement of a popular Turkish folksong that depicts the colorful, energetic music of the Middle East. Well crafted and effective in performance, it includes an