Multicultural & World Holiday Choral Music

Accompanied by piano and oboe, this beautiful traditional Finnish carol affords treble choirs an opportunity to explore the beauty of this style and offers each voice part the opportunity to lead as well as

Layered choral entrances in a fanfare-like introduction set up the entrance to the traditional French carol Noel Nouvelet. Conservative ranges for each part are supported well by the driving piano

This is one of the classic carols sung worldwide each Christmas. The original voicing of this arrangement is for SATB divisi choirs. A recent voicing cleverly simplifies the parts so there is no divisi and

This arrangement of the popular calypso carol from the West Indies reflects all the energy of the original, complete with piano and optional notated percussion for djembe and congas. Everyone is sure to

Here's a traditional Andalusian villancico that works at any time of year. The Spanish text talks about celebrating with tambourines and rattles, and the lively a cappella texture is both rhythmic and

A unique selection, this work includes three pieces: We Look for You; The Year's Midnight and The Unexpected Early Hour, each based on an Indian classical raag or raga:

Add to your holiday celebrations with this charming song from the Mexican/Latin American holiday Las Posadas. The traditional song is presented in Spanish (with a phonetic pronunciation underneath), and

From the Mexican/Latin American holiday tradition of Las Posadas, this sweet lullaby is sung by children to welcome the birth of the baby on Christmas eve. Presented here in an accessible arrangement that

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.

This Mexican folk song is combined with a countermelody for a showcase that is easy and fun at Christmas or any time of year. It weaves Spanish and English together seamlessly with a light, bouncing melody

A joyously contrapuntal concert treatment of one of the world's most endearing carols! French and English lyrics weave in and out, with limited ranges and a bit of divisi for your developing singers. Hand

This delightful setting really sparkles! With French or optional English lyrics, simple harmonies, and a very nice, bouncy piano accompaniment, this is a strong choice for young voices!

This beautiful Spanish carol is a tender lullaby that shifts seamlessly between minor and major, reflecting the text that moves from quieting the baby to a rushing fountain and singing birds. The harmonies

A very popular Christmas song from Venezuela, this Spanish-language selection is fun to sing for all voice parts. Lively and syncopated, the vocals are accented by optional wood block and drum parts which

This traditional Catalan Christmas song is a great introduction to strophic form. A detailed IPA pronunciation guide is provided along with excellent teaching strategies.

This happy Christmas medley incorporates three beloved carols in a rhythmic setting that includes both Spanish and English text. The Spanish villancico Riu, Riu, Chiu is combined with the English

Accompanied by a light rhythmic drum and melodic flute, the otherwise unaccompanied voices sing the playful text. Layered ostinatos and interesting interplay between the voices makes this arrangement of the

This festive holiday song combines the traditional Mexican folk song Dale, Dale, Dale with an original tune all about swinging at the pinata. With a choice of English or Spanish text and perfectly

Tambourine and hand drum enhance the dance-like character of this Spanish villancico that dates back to the Renaissance era. This arrangement makes brilliant use of varied a cappella textures, from soloists

A cappella choirs rejoice! This creative setting of the festive French carol hits all the right notes. Rhythmic ostinatos, added "fa-la-las," optional body percussion, and some divisi to really broaden the

Young singers will adore singing this Spanish carol! They can explore beginning harmony-singing with well-crafted independent parts that will help to hear and hold the two-part texture. They can also

This traditional French carol is set in an arrangement that sparkles with rhythmic vitality and mixed meter. Utilizing just one verse, the French text is simple to learn and makes for a wonderful

This joyful Philippino Christmas carol, masterfully arranged in a simple SATB a cappella setting, is a welcome addition to the season and will be thoroughly enjoyed by performers and audiences alike.