Text is by Sara Teasdale (1884-1933)Commissioned by the Salt Lake Vocal Artists / Salt Lake Choral Artists, Brady Allred, Conductor.Male choir arrangement commissioned by Michaelhouse Chapel Choir and William Silk, South AfricaFor more on Eriks Esenvalds, please click on his name, above ... / Choeur Mixte (SSSSAATTBB) A Cappella

In a time of increased multicultural awareness Bwana Awabariki offers an ideal piece of African culture for both churches and schools. The song emphasizes rhythm blend and African-style vocalism with broad open chordsand the familiar low low bass part. This warm a cappella blessing would be especially effective with added percussion. Well suited for World Communion mission emphasis or any multicultural gathering Bwana Awabariki isfun for SATB or TTBB ensembles.

Written for the inaugural 2005 Florida TTBB All-State Chorus Tshotsholoza (Go Forward) can be performed effectively as a processional. A hopeful upbeat South African freedom song that continues to motivate singers and listeners.

All Creatures of Our God and King-(All Creatures of Our God and King). Now available for 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 for soloists and a full complement of percussion instruments. Awesome! Available for SATB SAB TTBB 2-Part Instrumental Pak (parts for Guitar Bass Drums and Percussion) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 4:25

Your singers will love rehearsing and performing this rhythmic celebration based on traditional African music. Layered vocal lines call and response and the vitality of the conga claves and djembe will bring freshness and energy to your concert!

With insightful program notes an easy to read pronunciation guide how to utilize the percussion and an elegant score here is a wonderful introduction for your men to sing a high energy folk song from Africa.