Unison and Two-Part Multicultural Choral Music

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

This joyous and rhythmic a cappella celebration of hope, joy and peace is perfect for developing choirs. Your students will appreciate the high performance value, and you'll love the easy harmonic layering

With a multicultural flair, this energetic and rhythmic work conveys a singular force for change. Combining texts from Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Matthew 5:15 with original lyrics, the

This traditional South African song is used to accompany a children's stick passing game. This lively arrangement, which includes entertaining choreography using rhythm sticks, will make an exciting

Sizzling with celebratory rhythmic energy, this Zambian folk song loosely translates as: "Those who sing have the right to be called the children of God." The only accompanying instruments are hand drum

With lots of clapping and other body percussion, this entertaining arrangement of a traditional Venezuelan song is sung in Spanish throughout.

Lively percussion and rhythmic choral phrases reflect the urgency of a parent seeking healing herbs for a sick child. Sung entirely in Creole, this song is well known across Haiti and beyond. The

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

Performed a cappella or with the simple piano accompaniment, this traditional East African song has options for improvised percussion and handclaps, too. It begins in unison, then easy harmony with simple

With lively percussion parts and call-and-response-style writing, this engaging and easy-to-learn piece will make a terrific concert opener! The a cappella harmonies are so fun to sing and include plenty of

The music of Kenya reflects the joyful spirit of the people, as heard in these three a cappella selections collected and arranged by ethnomusicologist and educator Tim Gregory. They will be easily learned

With lively percussion parts, handclaps, and a straightforward call-and-response style, this authentic West African folk song arrangement pulls together in a snap. A cappella, with solo or duet

A trio of African percussion instruments lays down an ostinato groove in this otherwise a cappella arrangement of the authentic Congolese folk song. Easy-to-sing melodic and harmonic patterns accompany the

Rhythm abounds in the vocal and percussion sounds of this a cappella arrangement of a Kenyan folk song. With a simple, delightful text, energy-filled vocals, rhythmic hand claps, small percussion and body

This not-to-be-missed a cappella setting of a Ghanian folksong sparkles with energy and excitement. Strong vocal pairings, handclaps, and active percussion parts for shakers, djembe, and bass drum combine

Flexible enough for literally any ensemble, this traditional African folk song is arranged with English text throughout. With the option to perform with or without the piano accompaniment, percussion, and

From the Torres Strait Islands, this traditional folk song is built on a simple melody that adds more harmonic texture with each repetition. This arrangement is a cappella with authentic world percussion

Fun to sing and surprisingly rehearsal-friendly, this South African musical celebration of freedom and hope is sure to have instant appeal. Lending itself to simple stage choreography and with an exciting,

Exuberant rhythmic energy abounds in this African-style original! The Swahili text of only four words translates: "We will dance! We will sing! We will be glad!" The only accompanying instruments are

This two-part a cappella setting of a South African folk song lullaby features treble voices plus easily playable percussion. Simple rhythms and harmonies, along with the included pronunciation guide

This traditional canoe song from Polynesia sounds very impressive with handclaps and percussion instruments adding to the choral texture. The echoing voice parts suggest people communicating from canoe to