SATB Multicultural Choral Music

Based on a traditional Brazilian song for Dia dos Reis (Day of the Kings, i.e. Epiphany) that accompanies the folk celebration known as Queima da Lapinha in which people disassemble their Nativity scenes

This Sufi song is based on a poem by Sufi mystic, poet, and philosopher Ibn 'Arabi on the nature of love: "I believe in the religion of love, wherever love is found." The chantlike melody incorporates

Gabriela Martínez's poetry about the loss of her beloved is crafted into a lilting a cappella number with lush harmonies. Resolving dissonance and a soprano solo further bring the poem's meaning to

Extracted from O'Riada's Ceol an Aifrinn (Mass), this beautiful traditional Irish hymn is arranged for mixed or treble choirs in a shimmering a cappella setting that brilliantly showcases the

Also known as The Quiet Land of Erin, this well-known Irish song tells the story of an emigrant who remembers with fondness their homeland, yearning to return one day to be buried there.

Part of the Jace Saplan Indigenous Composer Series, the text is in Hawaiian and carries a message of love and appreciation. It pairs naturally with the second piece in the series, Mahalo Piha.

A dynamic a cappella world music selection featuring a call and response solo, optional improvised percussion and movement, and a divided choir option. The song is a traditional South African celebratory

A setting of a South African hymn in the isiZulu language. Written for solo and choir, the solo sections may be sung by a small group. Djembes may be included for concert performances, and body movement is

A poem from Mexico's pre-Columbian era and translated into Spanish is presented here in a highly interesting and rhythmic original setting that retains its cultural feel. With percussion and opportunities

This selection is a gentle lullaby based on an old Welsh folk song. With limited divisi towards the end, it has beautifully lyrical writing and will be a warm and welcome addition to any concert.

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

From Season 1 of the hit HBO series The White Lotus, this stunning theme song is arranged for a cappella voices with optional percussion. The Pacific Island sound is flavored with mystery and rhythmic vocal

Choirs will love the rhythmic drive and energy of this meaningful composition. The Ojibway text means "Come in, two-legged beings. Come in all people. There is good life here." A wonderful opening

This work for unaccompanied mixed voices and two soloists is a setting of a traditional Holocaust melody for a moving tribute to those who perished. A powerful and dramatic selection for remembrance and

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

Made popular by the award-winning group Sweet Honey in the Rock, this South African folk song was shared with the arranger by the group using the text that they had learned from an indigenous South African.

This beautiful Xhosa prayer from South Africa has been set with care, retaining the authentic feel in a mid-tempo ballad. The flowing vocal lines are achievable by a variety of levels, while the addition of

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.

A tremendously fun arrangement by South African musicians Michael Barrett and Mbuso Ndlovu. This celebratory isiZulu song is a quick learn that will pay dividends for audiences and choirs! Add percussion,

Here is an exuberant a cappella number that's loaded with African atmosphere! The traditional Zambian words are sung throughout with such a buoyant, rhythmic feel that you are transported into the center of

Here is a traditional Yorta Yorta folk song from Australia that is full of energy and style. A cappella divisi harmonies surround this melody and will invite discussion of the language and cultural context

Setting the powerful Hebrew text by the prophet Amos, this piece is lively and full of optimism. Contemporary harmonies, optional handclaps, and a rhythmic ostinato set the joyous tone of the work. "But let

Made popular in performances by the famous choral ensemble Chanticleer, this music is original although its connection to Scottish Celtic music is undeniable and quite intentional. The words have no meaning

Featuring alternating English, Basque, and Latin text, this thrilling setting proclaims the joy of singing to God. Already much-loved around the world due to performances at the 2011 World Choral Symposium