Multicultural & World Music

"We come with song ... may music lead the way." These welcoming words in this Swahili text make this an ideal opener or music-themed piece. The a cappella harmonies are extremely accessible, fun to sing,

Choose to sing this traditional Botswanan song in either Setswana, Swahili, or both. An underlying rhythmic energy and solid stacked harmonies support the solo lines in the opening and closing sections and

Utilizing the expressive nature of vowels and consonants, this piece is an extraordinary exercise in musical expression through diction and choral technique. The text consists of made-up words that are

Originally a folk song from South Africa, this song of hope is arranged in both English and Xhosa. The positive message of "never give up" swings with energy and is easy to learn with its anticipated

From Season 1 of the hit HBO series The White Lotus, this stunning theme song is arranged for a cappella voices with optional percussion. The Pacific Island sound is flavored with mystery and rhythmic vocal

In Southern Philippine culture, legend tells of the lion/dragon Arimaonga living in the skies and playfully swallowing the moon. The tradition of the Maranao people was to force the creature to release

With a text that includes both Swahili and English phrases, this energetic a cappella original piece celebrates our Mother Earth. The shaker and hand drum provide a perfect rhythmic accompaniment, and the

Here's an exciting Celtic-flavored a cappella original for tenor-bass voices that encourages hope and unity. The optional Irish bodhran part enhances the driving energy and sense of determination. The

Don't miss this unique setting of a traditional Israeli folk song scored for a cappella voices, flute, and hand drum. Inventive with spoken chants woven throughout, this is accessible with limited ranges

This traditional huayno from the Andes region is arranged here with the constitutive elements of the original folk song in mind. Andean percussion and pan pipes, or siku, along with

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

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

Originally sung by mothers to heal and calm sick children, this lovely lullaby is a traditional folk song from the Republic of Georgia. A smooth a cappella texture surrounds the modal melody, and a helpful

A beautiful lyrical selection, this arrangement of a traditional Ukrainian lullaby offers both flexibility and the opportunity to study the language, culture, and style. With options to perform a cappella

Here is a lively and energetic selection from Bulgaria. With an asymmetrical meter and some nice cluster chords, this traditional folk song also includes hand clapping for a rhythmic piece that is both

Arranged for the University of Cape Town Choir, this arrangement features a solo that soars over the choir. The traditional Sesotho folk song is faithfully maintained, and a pronunciation guide is provided.

This cheerful a cappella original reimagines the sound of bagpipes with vocables, making it really fun to sing. After a hearty opening statement, the piece becomes an up-tempo 6/8 Celtic dance in minor.

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

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 is a popular Indonesian folk song about the game of tug of war from the island of Maluku in the Moluccas. It is a call to live in togetherness, even though there are differences that attract each

This lovely choral in Yiddish features a solo with backing chorals that will enchant choirs and audiences alike.

This entertaining and straightforward arrangement for choirs was written by master arranger Philip Lawson and will be popular with choirs and audiences alike. This a cappella piece has an authentic and

A fast and furious piece depicting the fierce power and beauty of the pre-World War II trains in the Philippines. The lyrics (in Tagalog, the national language of the Philippines) combine vast landscape

Sing in either Setswana, Swahili, or both with this traditional Botswanan hymn arrangement for mixed choirs. Rhythmic energy and solid harmonies support the solo lines in the opening and closing sections