Multicultural & World Music

Dvorak's V Prirode ("From Nature") is a five-song set of Romantic-era part-songs on Czech texts by Vitezslav Halek. These two songs are part of that set and can be performed as a set or as

Partnered with Nguoi O Dung Ve (Do Not Leave Me) in a set of two traditional Vietnamese folk songs, this gentle piece tells the story of two young lovers who must meet in secret at a bridge where

This Pakpaknese folk song from North Sumatra, Indonesia is commonly performed at wedding celebrations, opening ceremonies, and cultural events in the region, often accompanied by traditional dancing. By

Sing in either Setswana, Swahili, or both with this traditional Botswanan hymn arrangement for mixed choirs. Rhythmic energy and solid harmonies support the solo lines in the opening and closing sections

Based on three Maori whakataukil (proverbs) found hanging in the Christchurch Cathedral in New Zealand, this piece has taken on significance as a lament both for the composer's father and the

One of a large body of songs attributed to Purandara Daasa Vitthala, a key figure in the history of South Indian music. He wrote thousands of devotional songs, many of which address social and moral

This colorful upbeat song brings joy to both musicians and listeners with syncopated rhythms that make you want to move. Includes Haitian creole and Swedish lyrics with an English translation, and fun

This captivating selection is a ritual song celebrating the saints (the lesen) in a hallelujah (ayibobo). With lyrics in Haitian creole, Swedish, and English, an uptempo world beat, and a

Tenor-bass choirs will enjoy this dynamic a cappella arrangement of the traditional South African folksong. Your second basses and baritones will love that they are featured on the melody in this

From the artistic director of the University of Pretoria Youth Choir, this traditional South African Xhosa folk song arrangement is a shining example of the important and dramatic music from this wonderful

"Take time in life, better take time in life, 'cause you got far way to go." This authentic Liberian folk tune presents a positive message for living in this spirited piece. The text is in English, as that

Fun to sing and surprisingly rehearsal-friendly, this South African musical celebration of freedom and hope is sure to have instant appeal. Lending itself to simple stage choreography and with an exciting,

Celebrating the relationship between Estonian and Latvian folk music, this was written in honor of Estonia's 100th anniversary. This contemporary a cappella setting for mixed voices features a fresh vibe,

Fasten your seatbelts for this showstopper! From Haiti, this piece is an excellent festival selection for advanced choirs. It tells a tale of three drums in playful competition through a text by Louis Marie

Here's a dynamic song about joy for more advanced choirs. It expresses how joyfulness can exist even in the midst of trial and tribulation. The choral texture is divisi with full harmonies that ring out in

This tremendous work will make a fantastic concert opener! The dramatic solo opening is followed by an up-tempo traditional-style choral arrangement of this South African song with djembe and handclaps.

Young choirs will enjoy this traditional Haitian folk song arranged with engaging, repetitive choral lines and body percussion. Perform a cappella, or use the optional piano accompaniment and added

With texts taken from the Kokin Wakashu, a collection of Japanese waka poetry compiled from various poets in the early tenth century, these four short songs of spring show the passing of the season from the

Birds have always been a popular theme of many Samoan folk songs, so it comes as no surprise that the American Sunday school song Little Birdie in the Tree was adopted and taught widely to Samoan

The isiZulu and Sesotho languages of South Africa are utilized in this traditional song that illustrates the idea of the joy of an eternal home. This arrangement uses repetition and call and response,

Moving and dynamic, this largely traditional arrangement of a South African song uses both the isiZulu and Sesotho languages to speak of the hope that can be found in God. Alto and tenor solos add great

This high-energy piece for a cappella treble choir with optional body percussion and spoons is fun to sing and dynamic to perform. Written in the style of an Acadian folk song, the words of Vichten

Lively and engaging, this arrangement of an Acadian folksong features the quintessential elements of the tradition: podorythmie (seated foot-tapping), diddlage (mouth music), and the spoons. With playful

A traditional working song from the north of Ireland, made famous in the 1970s by the legendary Irish group Clannad. The word "dulaman" means seaweed, and the song references two different types - one for