Alma Llanera is one of the most popular songs from Venezuela. It belongs to the Venezuelan dance rhythm zarzuela which is based on the simultaneous combination of 3/4 and
This energetic piece from the Indian Himalayas has the lilt of a folk song and a message for the ages. Selected for the Elena Sharkova Choral Series and premiered in the U.S. at the ACDA National
Lively and upbeat, this African song will be fun to sing and great to hear.
This tremendously fun arrangement of a South African greeting song exclaims, "Iyo hlonolofatsa, Ka lebitso la ntate," which translates as, "Bless everything in the name of the Father." Featuring a soloist,
If you have a good soprano soloist, you'll enjoy performing this very authentic-sounding a cappella setting of the famous Chinese folk song. The melody is highlighted throughout by the use of thoughtfully
Morena Faceira is based on two different folk songs from the state of Sao Paulo in southeastern Brazil. The first song simply describes a beautiful and charming brunette woman; in the second
A meditation on the mystery and wonder of music, this Estonian tone poem is a little gem for a cappella choirs. With gorgeous harmonies that intensify the text, this will resonate deeply with your singers.
What a terrific festival piece for a cappella voices with drum! It's the traditional South African song, with lyrics (in Xhosa language) based on Psalm 23. In this authentic-sounding setting, the optional