Multicultural & World Music

From the Taroko and Tayal tribes in Taiwan, these three contrasting and fun-to-sing folk songs are arranged for a cappella mixed choir. The first is a harvest song capturing the sounds of people working in

Hear the sounds of a playful kitten chasing a mouse in this unique and engaging original concert work from Taiwan. Playful ostinatos in the lower voices support a delicate melody in the upper voices

Written and performed by a popular Cambodian artist, this song about leaving a loved one behind and longing to return to your homeland has a somber history. This a cappella arrangement is cinematic and

Feel the rolling of the waves in the flowing piano accompaniment that lies beneath the lyrical choral lines in this original concert work from Taiwan. The melodic writing is exceptional, and the harmonic

Impressive and fun to sing, this arrangement of the traditional Venezuelan folk song is a universal anthem for singers around the world. Thick divisi harmonies and rhythmic nonsense syllables help create

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

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

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

Dating back to the 1850s, this lively sea shanty is most likely inspired by the events of the Mexican–American War and combines elements of both contemporary music and Latin American rhythms. Opening

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

Exploring the sounds of the Hindustani classical tradition, this original work sets a dohe (couplet) about patience by the Indian mystic poet Kabir. This lyrical piece flows with a soothing quality and

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

Expressing the sentiments of profound sorrow and deep, inconsolable pain, this traditional Mexican folk song refers to "the one who weeps." Suitable for advanced high school or... view details

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