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.

Xhosa Prayer-A traditional Xhosa prayer that almost every black South African grew up singing in church. An authentic and medatative setting by the arranger. Duration: Approx. 3:30.

African Celebration is Stephen Hatfield's wonderful arrangement of tradition African folk songs which is scored for 3 Solo Voices and SSAA Choir a cappella. This edition includes a text translation and pronunciation guide.

Be quiet be still listen and hear far away a voice is calling this is the translation of this original work that evokes the wonder and beauty of the country of South Africa. The gentle declaration of the text with subtle movement background drum and rich harmony portray the dignity and culture of the music and the people.

When I Return Home-Here is a popular South African traditional song as arranged by Rudolf de Beer former conductor of the Drakensberg Boys Choir of South Africa. What a vivid connection to the people and culture of that part of the world! Includes percussion and pronunciation guide.

(We Are Marching for Freedom)-This stirring South African freedom song is a hymn of defiance against an unjust system. A powerful concert and festival selection!Available separately: 3-Part Mixed and 2-Part. VoiceTrax CD also available. Discovery Level 1. Performance Time: Approx. 2:40

From West Africa comes this celebratory chant honoring one's ancestors. It is an invitation for all to gather and bring their energy together in celebration. Beginning with a wash of vocal sound the solo takes over and a 12/8 dance rhythm begins setting a joyous mood. There are many opportunities for improvisation capturing the West African sound in both the vocals and the accompaniment.

Glory to God in the Highest-Now available for women's voices! 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 withthem making this selection a wonderful processional or concert opener. Percussion Yoruba translation and pronunciation are included. Available separately: SATB SSAA a cappella. Duration: ca. 2:30.

Zulu Mxhosa Msuthu-SATB. Arranged from a traditional Afriacan Folk song by Stephen Hatfield.

From Anders Nyberg's collection of South African folk songs this a cappella setting by Henry Leck is quite simple yet very powerful. It's a popular choice for festivals and combined choir events. Available: SAB a cappella 3-Part Treble a cappella.

This a cappella setting of a traditional South African praise song just bursts with joyful energy. Dynamic contrast percussion and a wide range of layered vocal textures make this an appealing concert choice. Available: SATB a cappella. Performance Time: Approx. 2:15.

Renowned composer Rosephanye Powell takes a traditional field shout and presents it with care for an authentic sound. There is great passion in this approach and will provide an excellent opportunity to teach the history of theAfrican American spiritual and its importance.

Songs of A Rainbow Nation comprises four great songs from South Africa arranged for soprano and alto with a straightforward piano accompaniment. Included are: Hamba Lulu - a wedding song with a gentle comforting rhythm; Jesu Ukukhanya - featuring a call-and-response structure where a simple solo line is followed by a choral answer; Si Njay Njay Njay - a joyfully exuberant song with an infectious rhythm which can also be performed a cappella with some optional percussion for greater effect; and Weeping - a South African pop song from the band Bright Blue whichuses as its chorus the refrain from the Zulu anthem N?kosi Sikeleli Africa (God Bless Africa). The arrangements form part of the Choral Basics series which has been carefully designed to provide rewarding varied repertoire for beginner choirs. Perfect for singers of all ages it offers attractive idiomatic arrangements with carefully considered vocal ranges and straightforward piano accompaniments that support the singers.  If you enjoy these songs try L?Estrange?s hit cantata Zimbe! Come sing the songs of Africa!

from Rhythm of the Pridelands-(from Rhythm of the Pridelands). This powerful African song will bring down the house. Available: SATB a cappella. Performance Time: Approx. 2:20.