Multicultural & World Music

A stellar setting for developing singers of the well-known South African folk song, with logical part-writing, stylistic rhythms, and an energized accompaniment! The optional percussion parts for shaker,

India's annual festival of lights is celebrated in this original song that details various traditions associated with the celebration, including the food, fireworks, and colorful rangoli patterns made of

Drawing on a variety of primary sources based on extensive field research, this set of three indigenous melodies from the island of Bali is presented in a charming suite for treble choirs. The piano

This lovely arrangement of a Japanese folk song traditionally sung during the annual Star Festival, when trees are decorated with wishes written on colorful strips of paper, pairs an original countermelody

With only ten words of Spanish text, this traditional Spanish folk song is easy to learn for any choir. The small-range melody is presented first in unison and then in canon before a simple ostinato adds

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

With original English text, this arrangement of a Ukrainian folk song is beautiful and delicate. An optional cello may be employed to enhance the warm lyrical nature of this piece, and you also have the

Introduce young choirs to singing in Japanese with this accessible arrangement of the well-known children's song about loving and longing for home. Already beautifully lyrical and harmonically rich, you can

Lend a Latin-American flair to your concert with this exuberant original piece about the joys of singing. The title phrase is the only Spanish text. The combination of catchy melodies that are easy to

Hauntingly beautiful, this selection for voices, piano, and flute has a lovely pentatonic melody that is elegantly crafted. With simple, easy ranges for inexperienced singers and the pure vowels that the

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

This well-known Japanese children's song found worldwide appeal when performed at the closing ceremony of the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano. Opening with the original Japanese text, this arrangement also

A la Nanita Nana and Coventry Carol sing one after another in this gentle choral setting. The piano rocks sweetly below the lilting text, creating a unique pairing of the familiar carols.

Two beloved French folk songs, J'entends le Moulin and Au Clair de la Lune, are arranged with developing treble choirs in mind. With a French pronunciation guide and a spoken recording

Set in a lively compound meter, this traditional Irish folk song expresses the cheerful optimism of a budding relationship. The Irish text is easy to learn and the melody is memorable, making this song

This lively welcome song traditionally accompanies the West African fanga dance. The familiar tune is fully developed into an accessible choral arrangement including scattered handclaps, syncopated

The traditional Hebrew folk song Tum Balalaika is partnered with an original countermelody in this engaging choral work that can be performed by any combination of voices. The heartfelt message of

Widely known as the Mexican Hand Clap Song, this spirited waltz is a joyful song of celebration that is lots of fun to sing! The unofficial state song of Chiapas, it can be performed here in both

This French marching song from the 1800s, also known as Chanson de l'Oignon or "Song of the Onion," uses compound meter in the storytelling verses and duple meter in the refrain to keep soldiers in

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

"Eneza upendo uendako, umoja ni upendo" translates to "Spread love everywhere you go, unity is love." This piece celebrates the hopeful sentiments of unity and love through both Swahili and English lyrics

This Korean folk song displays the connection of the farmer to the animals that share their habitation, calling to the birds to not disturb the crops in a tender and caring way. Appropriate for treble

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

A charming setting of a traditional Japanese folk song about the arrival of spring, this shimmering arrangement features a lovely pentatonic melody and sparkling colors added by the piano, glockenspiel or