Unison and Two-Part Multicultural Choral Music

This is a wonderful multicultural selection based on a Nicaraguan folk song that reminds us that all the nations like bananas! With alternating sections of Spanish and English text, this charming

Based upon a popular Liberian folk song, this easy-to-learn arrangement depicts a caring relative or friend consoling a young child who misses her family. The vocal parts are equal in range and sung in

This vibrant partnering of two popular African folk songs features easily learned vocals with rhythmically supportive piano. Add percussion to complete this musical celebration of life. The Swahili text,

Here is the popular Mexican folksong with English and Spanish texts, sparkling vocal parts, and a mariachi-flavored accompaniment with a few rhythmic surprises - you won't be disappointed! Performance time:

Sung completely in Hebrew, this delightful Israeli song, with its text based on a song from the Tanakh (Old Testament) Song of Songs, is an excellent multicultural experience for young singers. It is a

This traditional Puerto Rican song is a whimsical tune about a small nocturnal tree frog. Accessible and interesting two-part writing and the use of percussion instruments including a "croaking frog" guiro

This festive piece is one of the most well-known and popular songs to celebrate Chinese New Year. Originally composed to celebrate the end of the Second World War, it simply means "congratulations," making

Slow and lyrical, this ancient Hebrew text about unity still resonates in our world today. The very nature of the Hebrew language as expressed through this hauntingly beautiful melody lifts both performers

Incorporating partner melodies, echo, and simple two- or three-part singing, this soothing, gentle setting is a diverse choice for teaching soft, lyrical singing. The repetitive chorus is in Iroquois, while

Inspired by a wonderful text from the Sioux Nation, this piece offers numerous educational opportunities for young choirs. Utilizing the Dorian mode and intervals of open fourths and fifths creates an

This easy-to-learn, call-and-response-based West African folk song setting is a very effective program opener. Comfortable ranges with age-appropriate voice leading makes this a great choice for developing

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

This setting of a lovely traditional Japanese song provides a marvelous multicultural and creative programming gem for developing choirs. A pronunciation guide and translation are provided for the Japanese

Adapted from an African proverb, this up-tempo original teaches the positive life message of togetherness. With lively rhythms and joyful harmonies, this is an ideal concert opener or closer for young

Invigorating and uplifting, this arrangement of the traditional Hebrew folk song is based on the Sabbath greeting. With creative vocal layering, unison lines, repetition, and limited ranges, it is an easily

A combination of the traditional Lesotho lullaby and original words and music, this arrangement pairs a simple African text with English lyrics. All parts sing in unison first, laying the groundwork for the