Collection-These songs first became known in the U.S. when Pete Seeger and a group of New York City teenagers called the Song Swappers recorded some of them for Folkways Records in 1955.In 1960 G. Schirmer published a collection ofthe songs which made it possible for choral directors and song directors to introduce their singers to this music. Long out of print the collection has now been reissued with several new songs included. The music can be adaptedand used with young children as well as high school and adult singers. A Piano accompaniment is included for rehearsal purposes as well as introductory notes and English lyrics by Pete Seeger.Songs include Abiyoyo Babevuya Bayandoyika Bayeza (Oonomot'hot'holo) Father Father Goodbye Here's To The Couple; Hey Motswala (Wedding Song) Hey T'hola T'hola Hey Tswana and Icamagu

This latest selection from the Henry Leck Creating Choral Artistry series was debuted by the ACDA Junior High Honor Choir in February 2003. Based on the Kenyan phrase for ?the voice of the dove? this compositioncombines the imagery of the African landscape and its musical essence.Available separately: SATB SAB and SSAA. Performance Time: Approx. 3:40.

The anticipation of the coming Messiah is captured with the African percussion and choral writing in this exciting new choral from Michael Barrett. The African folk song Kum Ba Yah is the pivotal point within this carol. Not to be missed!

Glory to God in the Highest-Here is an exuberant celebration of the birth of Christ through layered African polyrhythms and call-and-response vocal phrases. The singers encourage the audience to rejoice shout and clap with them making this selection awonderful processional or concert opener. Percussion Yoruba translation and pronunciation are included. Duration: ca. 2:45. Recorded by Baltimore Choral Arts Society Tom Hall conductor courtesy Gothic Records.

Here is the much anticipated follow up to Michael Barrett's smash hit African Advent Carol. Hear the morning break forth with a joyous affirmation that the music of light will shine in our lives forever. Incorporating thetraditional South African tune ?Siyahamba ? this amazing choral will be an unforgettaable song for post-Christmas services or for any time of the year when joy is lifted to the skies!

African Mass by Norman Luboff for SATB choir. Latin text. Available: SATB Percussion Part.

All Creatures of Our God and King-Now available separately: men's chorus this exciting work was recorded by First Call. Based on All Creatures of Our God and King and paired with a powerful African chorus it features fiery syncopations opportunities forsoloists and a full complement of percussion instruments. Awesome!Available separately: SATB SAB TTBB 2-Part Instrumental Pak (parts for Guitar Bass Drums and Percussion) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 4:25

This exciting setting of the African-American spiritual is inspiring. Keep your hand on that plow - hold on! Performance Time: Approx. 2:30. Available separately: SATB and SSAA/SSAA a cappella.

This exciting collection presents choirs with a terrific opportunity to experience the excitement and energy of African music! Building on the success of Hamba Lulu this volume taps into a rich seam of African culture and includes the festive song Banuwa alongside the Zulu 'bird' song Izintakana and a new arrangement of the South African wedding song 'Babevuya' coupled with the infectious 'Walamba'.

Traditional Xhosa Folk Song-Dubula is a folk song of the Xhosa people of South Africa. The style is boisterous party-hardy and open-throated. For mixed choir (SATB).

We Are Walking-In the style of a South African Freedom song this original has a great message and a wonderful percussion accompaniment. Available: SATB a cappella SSA a cappella ShowTrax Cassette. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Seven traditional African songs arranged for Mixed choir by Rikke Forchhammer. Includes full lyrics and performance notes.

Prayer for Africa-This dignified song by Enoch Mankayi Sontonga (1860-1904) and Sek Mqhayi (1875-1945) is the Pan-African Anthem and is sung throughout the continent. This setting may be sung a cappella or with chimes and layered percussion.