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).

Explore a full range of vocal rhythm and harmony with this set of three traditional South African songs. Perform with CD accompaniment piano and live percussion percussion alone or a cappella. Includes: Jikel' Emaweni (ThrowIt In The Slope) N'kosi Sikelel' I Afrika (African Nation) Singabahambayo (An Army Is Marching). Available: 3-Part Treble. Performance Time: Approx. 6:40.

Experiencing Music Expressing Culture-This book introduces the musical traditions of West Africa and discusses the diversity motifs and structure of West African music within the larger patterns of the region's culture. Drawing upon the author's extensive fieldwork it explores how the music's complex rhythmic combinations in fast-paced patterns and quick tightly orchestrated movements influence how West Africans understand themselves and their culture.

Discovery Level 1-Taking its text from African American poet Joseph S. Cotter the words and music of this tone poem combine to create a mesmerizing image of the earth as a drum and the rain as drumsticks beating down to create new life. Quiteaccessible for young male choirs this piece with optional hand drum and rainstick will help develop expressive singing. Available separately: TB VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:15.

Here is a vibrant tribute to the beauty and diversity that is the continent of Africa! It sings of the rivers the wonders of nature and the generous people offering thanks and gratitude in a rhythm-driven musical setting thatwill be colorful and impressive to perform. Optional bass and percussion. Available separately: SATB 3-Part Mixed ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:00.

The famed South African vocal group Ladysmith Black Mambazo led by Joseph Shabalala creates moments of transformative beauty with their unique sound and vivid imagery. Choirs will enjoy recreating this evocative work! Availableseparately: SATB TTBB. Duration: ca. 2:25.

Carl Wittrock's wide interest in global folk-music resulted in this concert-piece based on original African rhythms. Obviously the percussion section has a conspicious role to play but the band too may indulge itself in moments of thoroughly delightful excitement. The introduction depicts the awakening of nature and develops into a dance. The (main) motif of this dance is from a dance entitled Apollo and comes from Gambia. Its accompaniment consists of an ostinato pattern by balaphon-master Maudo Susa. The quiet middle movement is based on the rhythm of the 'gigbo' : a traditional dance from Ghana. In the final movement -which also bears a slight resemblanceto a theme from 'The Lion King'- the so-called 'Kono' rhythm is used. The work is played most advantageously using djembes. Challenge and please your percussion section with 'The African Connection'. Carl Wittrock's brede interesse voor de wereldmuziek resulteerde in dit op originele Afrikaanse ritmes gebaseerde concertwerk. Het slagwerk speelt uiteraard een opvallende rol maar ook het orkest kan zich op een heerlijke manier uitleven. De inleiding schildert het ontwaken van de natuur welke overgaat in een dans. Het motief van deze dans (Apollo) is afkomstig uit Gambia. De begeleiding bestaat uit een ostinaatpatroon van de balafon-meester Maudo Susa. De basis van het rustige middendeel is gelegen in het ritme van de Gigbo een traditionele dans uit Ghana. Het laatste deel (met enige gelijkenis met The Lion King) maakt gebruik van het zogenaamde Kono ritme. Het werk komt het best tot zijn recht als er gebruik wordt gemaakt van djembes.Daag uw percussie sectie uit en doe ze een groot plezier met: The African Connection!

(Tuimbe Masicule) Discovery Level 3-This very rhythmic and joyous African-style song incorporates the phrase ?let's sing? in three languages: English Swahili and Xhosa. The instrumental accompaniment consists of layered hand percussion (drums andshaker) as well as a bass instrument of choice. A lively addition to any concert. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:45.

Together We Sing Series-Harambee! is a Swahili word that literally means let us all pull together. This original work has a distinct African beat and feel with its rhythmic vocal writing creating a sense of passion and call to action for performers and audience. Available separately: SATB SSAB StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 4:17.

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.

The South African folk song Thula Thula Ngoana arranged by Greg Gilpin for 2-Part choir.

This song is the signature hit of South African singer Miriam Makeba. It's in the Xhosa language and with its irresistible groove you can't help but get on your feet!

This song is the signature hit of South African singer Miriam Makeba. It's in the Xhosa language and with its irresistible groove you can't help but get on your feet!

From the Republic of Congo this wonderfully rhythmic traditional African folk tune is sung in the Lingala language. The lyric joyfully expresses the angelic announcement of the birth of Emmanuel and conveys a message of hope for the world. Percussion is included in this great multicultural selection for Christmas.