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Perfect for holiday concerts or any time of year, this original a cappella piece is great fun and quick to learn. Written in Kiswahili, in the Maasai idiom in East Africa, it includes a phonetic

A joyful melody conveys the contemplative text while a fluid piano accompaniment adds color and drama to this enchanting work. Singers of all ages will appreciate this charming addition to their repertoire.

Following on the heels of his wildly popular Sisi Ni Moja, Jacob Narverud returns with another show-stopping piece in a similar style. With influences from world music and an upbeat rhythmic style,

This lovely piece pairs two beloved poems by Rossetti with a traditional Irish melody and offers many presentation possibilities. It can be performed with piano accompaniment or with strings and harp. The

Your tenor-bass choir will love to sing this rollicking sea shanty! Strong harmonic progressions in the piano accompaniment give this traditional song a modern feel, and solo and unison sections make this a

This animated arrangement of a traditional Irish folk song is very accessible to changing voices, and particular attention is paid to appropriate ranges for singers in any stage of their voice change. A

Abounding with energy and optimism, this contemporary concert work setting of James Weldon Johnson's text evokes hope and youthful exuberance. With speech-driven rhythms, a driving piano accompaniment, and

Following in the footsteps of his popular Hands Are Knockin', the composer returns with another original containing a positive and uplifting message. With a fun piano part and speech-driven rhythms

This Hebrew folk song is set in an easy, tasteful lyrical arrangement with a flowing piano accompaniment and flute obbligato. Sing in the original Hebrew or with the singable English lyrics included. The

This very accessible piece pairs a beautifully written vocal and piano score with the Langston Hughes poem that warns us to "Hold fast to dreams... for when dreams go, life is a barren field frozen with

This traditional South African song celebrates life and the paradise that is to come. An upbeat a cappella texture is punctuated with the rhythmic text and singable melody in a dynamic world music selection

This piece explores the simple but incredibly powerful act of holding someone's hand - and the text and pop feel will resonate with singers and audiences alike. It can be performed with piano, guitar, or

This highly dramatic traditional South African song is a true musical gem, presented a cappella at a slower tempo. Arranged by two South African composers who are experts in this genre, the arrangement is a

Kenyan composer Teddy Kalanda Harrison and his group Them Mushrooms received worldwide recognition with their platinum-certified recording of this piece. With a fun percussion accompaniment, Jacob Narverud

Great melodic interest, rhythmic drive, and a worthy message work together to create something extra special. The slow pace of the opening sets up an energetic and uplifting portrayal of the text. Not to be

A spiritual song from the Luo people of Kenya, this arrangement is highly accessible and authentic. With or without percussion, it has simple harmonies, plenty of repetition, conservative vocal ranges, and

Heartfelt original lyrics about accepting change, finding peace, and enjoying each day while anticipating the future grace this concert work that is especially appropriate for year-end concerts or

This gently rocking lullaby incorporates a charmingly beautiful melodic and harmonic idea with original text for two verses, then brings in the traditional text of Silent Night for verse three

Beautiful, lush choral harmonies, soaring melodies, and a supportive piano accompaniment that offers constant motion and contrast to the choral parts set off an imaginative text that tells of the "celestial

This piece is a traditional praise and worship song from the Zulu culture and is written in the isicathamiya style - a cappella singing with close harmonies - that originated among Zulu mine

This newly composed a cappella spiritual has elements of gospel and bluegrass in an up-tempo texture that is plenty of fun to perform. The positive text and body percussion for handclaps and heel taps

The opening Hindu chant translates as "peace be with you." The lyrics then move to English, maintaining peace as the central theme. The music is vibrant, with tabla drum and harmonium accompaniment - this

With plenty of rhythmic energy and dynamic contrast, this lively arrangement of the traditional spiritual by one of the top names in the choral world is sure to be a concert highlight for your mixed or