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,

Two original songs under one cover, one for winter and one for fall, these beautiful songs can be performed separately or as a set. Featuring poems by Secretary Shotetsu, a Japanese poet and monk, these

When developing choirs delve into this fresh a cappella setting of the Israeli folk song, they can be assured of enjoying a successful rehearsal and performance experience! The only accompanying instruments

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

Beginning with a solo or small group of singers, this choral setting of a moving Hebrew prayer from the Shabbat morning service provides ample opportunity for expressive singing and melodic artistry for

An energetic original work with a text from Alejandra Martinez, this two-part treble piece uses both English and Spanish text. Included in the singer's lines are opportunities for rhythmic speech. The piano

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,

Infuse your audiences with the vibrant spirit of Mexico with this jubilant and uplifting arrangement of a traditional birthday song. Radiating the essence of the region's style, the choir beautifully

Begin your performance or concert with this festive, rhythmic processional that features layered African drum ostinati and homophonic chordal harmonies. The Swahili text is easy to learn, and the setting is

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

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

Translated as "Let's sing with joy," this cheerful a cappella original can be performed with optional percussion (drum and shaker). The Swahili text comes complete with a phonetic pronunciation guide and

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

Opening plaintively with a few solo lines, this joyful original song of peace picks up in tempo and excitement when the optional djembe and handclaps are added in. Using both Hebrew and Arabic phrases that

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

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

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

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

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