SATB Multicultural Choral Music

Pedro Flores' classic Spanish song returns in an updated version arranged for the BYU Singers of Brigham Young University. The a cappella divisi setting also includes optional percussion parts for claves,

This setting of a traditional Ghana folk song tells of using a tropical gourd, called a calabash, as a bowl for porridge. The a cappella vocals begin simply and build harmonically throughout. Rhythm parts

Here is a traditional Yorta Yorta folk song from Australia that is full of energy and style. A cappella divisi harmonies surround this melody and will invite discussion of the language and cultural context

Setting the powerful Hebrew text by the prophet Amos, this piece is lively and full of optimism. Contemporary harmonies, optional handclaps, and a rhythmic ostinato set the joyous tone of the work. "But let

This work, whose title translates as "Even though a power dominates"  was composed for one of the girl's barracks in the Theresienstadt Concentration Camp during the Holocaust.  Its intent was

This eight-minute journey around the world will take you from the kulokk calls of Norway to the bira ceremonies of Zimbabwe. This powerful and inspirational work with lyrics by Brian

This lovely Welsh melody, almost considered the national anthem of Wales, became associated with the Welsh Rugby Union and is sung before all rugby matches, much as The Star Spangled Banner is sung

"Can you hear my cries? I am calling out to you." The global community of children speaks together in this dramatic call for a better future that uses worldbeat sounds, unified chordal harmonies, and

Made popular in performances by the famous choral ensemble Chanticleer, this music is original although its connection to Scottish Celtic music is undeniable and quite intentional. The words have no meaning

This longtime choral standard is now available in a version with Spanish text. Otherwise identical to the English version, this lyrical and harmonically expansive piece can be used as a beautiful memorial

Featuring alternating English, Basque, and Latin text, this thrilling setting proclaims the joy of singing to God. Already much-loved around the world due to performances at the 2011 World Choral Symposium

This moving selection features a smoothly flowing harmonic texture that courses throughout the piece. Warm and enveloping, The Song You Loved will be the song you love singing, whether it be for

Composed in the Afro-Puerto Rican bomba style, one of the oldest musical traditions of Puerto Rico, this song of hope comes with an invitation to free ourselves of hate and prejudice. The music is pattern

Layered harmonies and invigorating vocal percussion bring life and energy to this Brazilian children's song. Rhythmic and syncopated, this a cappella piece is an excellent world music selection for mixed

Inspired by the composer's daughter Carmine, this inspiring arrangement will be a favorite for choirs and audiences alike. It features an opportunity for students to rap their own affirmations and encourage

Here is an awesome a cappella arrangement of a Bolivian folk song that is rhythmic and a bit of a challenge, but well worth the rehearsal time. Vocal percussion and body percussion as well as simple choral

The patron saint of music, St. Cecilia, receives an energetic tribute with this delightful piece featuring a blend of styles and optional percussion.

With a Portuguese text and rhythms in the popular Brazilian groove known as Capoeira, this song of celebration begins with all voice parts emulating rhythm instruments utilizing elements of contemporary a

A cappella vocal jazz meets traditional Irish dance music in this innovative piece, sung entirely with vocables. Though it sounds complex and requires vocal agility, ostinatos make this work approachable,

Written and performed by a popular Cambodian artist, this song about leaving a loved one behind and longing to return to your homeland has a somber history. This a cappella arrangement is cinematic and

Here is a traditional Lakota lullaby sung by mothers to their young boys. The Lakota language has become nearly extinct, but composer/arranger Linthicum-Blackhorse has made it his life's work to bring the