Santa Barbara Music Publishing

AFRICA
African Lullaby
arr. Joan Szymko
The arranger cleverly weaves together two folk lullabies of African origin: the soothing African American song, “Angels Watching Over Me” and “Abiyoyo,” from the Bantu people of southern Africa. Choirs of all ages will enjoy this beautiful arrangement.
SSA - piano, hand drum
duration: 2:00
difficulty level: easy
SBMP 809
see and hear the music: Scorch
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Bandari
Ben Allaway
A major work based on African themes. With choral parts well within the reach of a good high school choir, this marvelous work features four soloists who help tell the story. Accompaniment is provided by an ethnic percussion ensemble. Bandari has been performed by high school, college, church and professional choirs.
SATB - [percussion parts: congas, triangle, reco-reco, rattle, windchime, shekere, $15.00]
22 minutes duration
SBMP 66 [RENTAL ONLY - $4.00 per score] - request rental contract
movement 1: see the music - published separately
movement 2: see the music - published separately
movement 3: see the music
movement 4: see the music
movement 5: see the music - published separately available in SATB - SSAA - TTBB

hear the music - movements 1 & 2 movement 3 movements 4 & 5 - The Capital University Chapel Choir, Columbus Ohio, Dr. Lynda Hasseler, conductor CD recording available [order here]


Building Song
Ben Allaway
The first two movements of BANDARI are published separately for those who wish to do it as a stand alone piece, or paired with FREEDOM COME, or paired with FREEDOM COME'S sequel, FROM THIS HOUSE.
SATB - percussion
SBMP 240
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Luther College Choir, Tim Peters, conductor ORDER HERE

Freedom Come
Ben Allaway
In the style of a South African freedom song. Easy choral writing and a narrator soloist provide an uplifting experience. The words may be altered to suit the occasion, be it Christmas or a special celebration. The music builds to a dramatic climax. Wonderful way to close a program.
SATB - a cappella, conga drums
SBMP 67
see and hear the music CD recording available
hear the music [© all rights reserved] Capital University Chapel Choir, Dr. Lynda Hasseler, conductor ORDER HERE

Freedom Come
Ben Allaway

In the style of a South African freedom song. Easy choral writing and a narrator soloist provide an uplifting experience. The words may be altered to suit the occasion, be it Christmas or a special celebration. The music builds to a dramatic climax. Wonderful way to close a program.
SSAA - a cappella, conga drums
SBMP 133
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Freedom Come
Ben Allaway

In the style of a South African freedom song. Easy choral writing and a narrator soloist provide an uplifting experience. The words may be altered to suit the occasion, be it Christmas or a special celebration. The music builds to a dramatic climax. Wonderful way to close a program.

TTBB - a cappella, conga drums
SBMP 68
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It Takes a Village
Joan Szymko
The familiar African saying, "It takes a village to raise a child," is given African-style treatment. A great closer, this piece is a proven audience favorite.
SSAA - percussion
SBMP 328
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It Takes a Village
Joan Szymko
The familiar African saying, "It takes a village to raise a child," is given African-style treatment. A great closer, this piece is a proven audience favorite.
SATB - percussion
SBMP 331
see and hear the music CD recording available
hear the music [© all rights reserved] Stetson University Choir, Duncan Couch, conductor ORDER HERE

Kpanlongo
arr. Derek Bermel
A West African dance song provides a highly rhythmic center for this rousing piece. It builds from one part to a dramatic ending in six parts. To be sung in the native language.
TTBB - a cappella
SBMP 186
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Kpanlongo
arr. Derek Bermel
A West African dance song provides a highly rhythmic center for this rousing piece. It builds from one part to a dramatic ending in six parts. To be sung in the native language - there is extensive repetition of the words, so this is not too great a challenge.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 150
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] University of Michigan Chamber Choir, Jerry Blackstone, conductor ORDER HERE

Kumbaya
arr. Neil Ginsberg
A fun, upbeat, different treatment of this favorite campfire song. The piano gives it real oomph. Enjoy!
SATB - piano, percussion (conga, shaker, triangle)
SBMP 405
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Two South African Folksongs
arr. Bruce More
Arranger More brought these home from a trip to South Africa. Genuine ethnic flavor abounds in these two folksongs.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 411
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] University of Victoria Chamber Singers. Bruce More, conductor ORDER HERE Wana Baraka
Kenyan folk song, arr. Shawn L. Kirchner
An upbeat Kenyan religious folk song that will be a concert favorite. The arrangement builds with great excitement leading to an extensive rhythmic play on the word alleluya.
SSATBB - a cappella
SBMP 482
see and hear the music: Scorch singers learn the music CD recording available
hear the music [© all rights reserved] Rockefeller Chapel Choir (U. of Chicago), guest cond. Shawn Kirchner ORDER HERE Wana Baraka
Kenyan folk song, arr. Shawn L. Kirchner
An upbeat Kenyan religious folk song that will be a concert favorite. The arrangement builds with great excitement leading to an extensive rhythmic play on the word alleluya. Also available for SATB.
SSA div. - a cappella
SBMP 554
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Wana Baraka
Kenyan folk song, arr. Shawn L. Kirchner
An upbeat Kenyan religious folk song that will be a concert favorite. The arrangement builds with great excitement leading to an extensive rhythmic play on the word alleluya.
TTTBBB - a cappella
duration: 3:00
difficulty level: medium
Series: Daniel Hughes
SBMP 807
see and hear the music: Scorch
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Ye Jaliya-o
Joan Szymko
From the notes by the composer:
I am an admirer of traditional West African music, with its direct simplicity and wonderful rhythmic complexity. I have composed an original piece of music with text excerpts from “The Pulse of Life” by Catherine De Vinck interwoven with the dominant Lambango lyric:
“Ye Jaliya-o, Allah le ka Jaliya da”
Oh music, God created music.
The “you are the heart, you are the sound....” “Pulse of Life” chant begins as an undercurrent that rises and falls until it overtakes the piece. The rhythms in this piece are clearly African influenced, as is its tonality. The raised fourth (C sharp) is characteristic of Sauta, one of the kora traditional tunings. The kora is a 21 string harp-lute played by the griots as a lead instrument.
SATB - percussion
Duration: 4:15
Difficulty level: medium
Series: Joseph Ohrt
SBMP 726
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Central Bucks High School-West Chamber Choir, Joseph Ohrt, conductor
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Ye Jaliya-o
Joan Szymko
From the notes by the composer:
I am an admirer of traditional West African music, with its direct simplicity and wonderful rhythmic complexity. I have composed an original piece of music with text excerpts from “The Pulse of Life” by Catherine De Vinck interwoven with the dominant Lambango lyric:
“Ye Jaliya-o, Allah le ka Jaliya da”
Oh music, God created music.
The “you are the heart, you are the sound....” “Pulse of Life” chant begins as an undercurrent that rises and falls until it overtakes the piece. The rhythms in this piece are clearly African influenced, as is its tonality. The raised fourth (C sharp) is characteristic of Sauta, one of the kora traditional tunings. The kora is a 21 string harp-lute played by the griots as a lead instrument.
SSA div. - percussion
Difficulty level: medium
SBMP 734
see the music - PDF file
CD recording available
hear the music [© all rights reserved] Pleiades, Joan Szymko, conductor
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ARMENIA

Loosin Yelav
Armenian folk song, arr. Paul Carey
The colorful, melodic song tells of the rising of the moon. Made famous by Dawn Upshaw, it is given artistic treatment in this arrangement and offers much opportunity for dramatic expression. The text is Armenian with the transliteration under the notes; the original Armenian is above the notes for easy reference.
SA - piano
dudration - 4:00
SBMP 679
see the music - PDF file
hear the music [© all rights reserved] Performed by The Michigan State University Treble Choir, Mary Alice Stollak, conductor
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Loosin Yelav
Armenian folk song, arr. Paul Carey
The colorful, melodic song tells of the rising of the moon. Made famous by Dawn Upshaw, it is given artistic treatment in this arrangement and offers much opportunity for dramatic expression. The text is Armenian with the transliteration under the notes; the original Armenian is above the notes for easy reference.
SATB - piano, violin
duration - 4:00
SBMP 698
see the music - PDF file
CD recording available
hear the music [© all rights reserved] Performed by Western Michigan University Chorale, James K. Bass, conductor
hear the music - midi recording
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BRAZIL

Eu e Você
Brazilian folk song - arr. J. Edmund Hughes
Great rhythmic fun and involvement are possible in this delightful arrangement. The voices play a big part in the quasi-instrumental rhythm, and are joined by finger snaps, lap slaps, and hand claps in a rhythmic interlude that could also incorporate the audience and rhythm instruments.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 379
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Eu e Vocé
Brazilian folk song, arr. J. Edmund Hughes
Great rhythmic fun and involvement are possible in this delightful arrangement. The voices play a big part in the quasi-instrumental rhythm, and are optionally joined by finger snaps, lap slaps, and hand claps in a rhythmic interlude that could also incorporate the audience and rhythm instruments.
SSA - piano
Duration: 3:10
Difficulty level: medium
SBMP 710
see the music - PDF file
hear the music - MIDI recording sans percussion
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Ja' vem a Primavera!
Henrique de Curitaba
A graceful contemporary madrigal welcoming spring. By a Brazilian composer, it is to be sung in Portuguese. A transliteration appears in the score under the Portuguese.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 453
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] San Francisco State Chamber Singers, Joshua Habermann, conductor ORDER HERE

CANADA
Un Canadien Errant
French Canadian folk song, arr. Donald Kendrick
This beautiful French Canadian folk song receives special treatment here by composer Kendrick who grew up in bi-lingual Canada. Sing the piece in French, or use the optional English SATB - piano
SBMP 284
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Sacred Heart's Schola Cantorum, Donald Kendrick, conductor ORDER HERE


CHINA
Moh lee hwah (Lotus flowers)
Chinese folk song arr. B. Wayne Bisbee
Composer Bisbee has painted a beautiful picture of a Chinese garden. The gentle finger cymbals set the tone, the piano adding embellishment like a colorful blossom in the garden. To be sung in Chinese, there is a pronunciation guide for this easy text.
SA - piano, finger cymbals; opt. hand chimes
duration - 2:50
SBMP 677
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Performed by the South Bay Children’s Chorus, Diane Simons, Artistic Director
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CZECH REPUBLIC
Ave
Jirí Teml
Ave Maria like you have not heard it before. The Czech composer has created a mini choral symphony on this text. Listen to a marvelous performance of it by a Czech choir on the Santa Barbara Music Publishing promotional CD titled MultiCultural.
SSAATTBB - a cappella
SBMP 307
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Kühn Mixed Choir, Pavel Kühn, conductor (Prague, Czech Republic) ORDER HERE

Broskvicka (The Little Peach)
Ctirad Kohoutek
Winner of an International composition contest, this piece is for the advanced choir looking for an extraordinary piece of music. Listen to an exquisite performance by a Czech choir on the Santa Barbara Music Publishing promotional CD titled MultiCultural. May be sung in Czech or English.
SATB - piano, percussion
SBMP 309
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] The Academic Choir of the Ostrava University, Lumír Pivovarsky, conductor ORDER HERE

Miraculous Music
Veroslav Neumann
An extraordinary children's piece by an esteemed Czech composer. The text relates the glory of music created by instruments. The music is clever, the piano part highly artistic. In four movements, the first movement repeats to close the piece; ten minutes duration. Not too difficult for the children's choir that has some ability. English and Czech texts are provided. Listen to a fine Czech children's choir sing the piece in Czech on the Santa Barbara Music Publishing promotional CD titled MultiCultural.
SA - piano, recorder
SBMP 311
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Sumpersky Children's Choir, Alis Motyl, conductor ORDER HERE


ESTONIA
Sulle Mulle
Alo Ritsing- ed. Vance Wolverton
The last thing I expected to find in Estonia was Barbershop-style singing, but that is exactly what "Sulle Mulle" is. The infectious dotted rhythm of the soprano melody is underlaid by an equally infectious rhythmic ostinato in the alto parts. "Sulle Mulle" should be sung with great gusto and highly exaggerated pronunciation for optimal effect. (Also available for TTBB.)
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 190
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] CSUF women's Choir, Vance Wolverton, conductor ORDER HERE

HEBREW
Avinu Malkeinu
Hebrew folk song arranged Ron Kean and Jill Egland
The piece, taken from the Jewish High Holy Day liturgy, is a passionate, dramatic song; the arrangement beautifully highlights all its inherent color and drama.
SATB - piano
duration: 2:40
difficulty level: medium
SBMP 766
see and hear the music: Scorch
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Bakersfield College Chamber Singers, Ron Kean, conductor
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Hanerot Halalu
Traditional Chanukah song
arr. Neil Ginsberg
An upbeat piece that is fun to sing and to hear with the klesmer style clarinet adding great color. A short Hebrew text is joined by an English text by the composer.
SA - piano, clarinet
SBMP 587
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Hanerot Halalu
Traditional Chanukah song
arr. Neil GinsbergAn upbeat piece that is fun to sing and to hear with the klesmer style clarinet adding great color. A short Hebrew text is joined by an English text by the composer. The recording features brass and a tambourine along with the piano and clarinet; the brass parts were adapted from the piano part by the conductor, Tina Johns Heidrich, and are available from SBMP.
SATB - piano, clarinet, [optional] brass/percussion parts [3 trumpets, trombone, tuba, tambourine]
SBMP 595
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Connecticut Master Chorale, Tina Johns Heidrich, conductor

hear the music - Midi Recording ORDER HERE clarinet part- SBMP 595.1 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE Instrument conductor's score - SBMP 595.2 - $10.00 - ORDER HERE brass/percussion parts - SBMP 595.3 - $15.00 - ORDER HERE

Hine Ma Tov
Hebrew song, arr. Neil Ginsberg
A flowing piano accompaniment joined by a flute obligato add great color to this piece. Easy, tasteful, sing it in the original Hebrew or in English.
SATB - piano, flute
SBMP 286
see the music hear the music [© all rights reserved] University of Miami Frost Chorale, Jo-Michael Sceibe, conductor
hear the music - Midi Recording ORDER HERE flute part - SBMP 286.1 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE

Torah Orah
Hebrew folk song - arr. Brant Adams
The minor mode colors the excitement of this Hebrew folk song. The two-sentence long text is to be sung in Hebrew. The optional clarinet and bass parts will lend to the drama of this fine arrangement. Easy with much unison; the two-part writing is antiphonal, or melodic for both parts, making the learning of the piece great fun for all. Conservative ranges.
SA - opt. clarinet and bass
SBMP 324
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Stillwater Boys Choir, Robert J. Ward, conductor ORDER HERE cl and bass parts - SBMP 324.1 - $10.00 - ORDER HERE Unending Flame Paul Carey An exciting new song for Hanukkah. The clarinet stylishly opens the piece, leading to a haunting choral melody in the minor mode. A rousing concluding section celebrates the bright Menorah and the joy of Hanakkah. SA - piano, clarinet; optional orchestra duration: 3:40 difficulty level: easy Series: Mary Alice Stollak SBMP 788 see and hear the music: Scorch hear the music [© all rights reserved] piano version: Michigan State University Children’s Choir, Mary Alice Stollak, conductor hear the music [© all rights reserved] orchestral version: Michigan State University Children’s Choir, MSU Orchestra, Mary Alice Stollak, conductor ORDER HERE clarinet part - SBMP 788.1 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE Unending Flame Paul Carey An exciting new song for Hanukkah. The clarinet stylishly opens the piece, leading to a haunting choral melody in the minor mode. A rousing concluding section celebrates the bright Menorah and the joy of Hanakkah. SAB - piano, clarinet; optional orchestra duration: 3:40 difficulty level: easy SBMP 791 see and hear the music: Scorch ORDER HERE clarinet part - SBMP 791.1 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE


HISPANIC

A la Nanita Nana
arr. Ed Henderson
The piano imitates a guitar rhythm. Three-part choral writing adds an ethnic feel to this Hispanic carol. For more color, add the instruments.
SATB - piano; opt. guitar, churango, bass, percussion + opt. strings - $1.45
SBMP 374
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Vancouver Chamber Chorus, conductor ORDER HERE

A La Ru
Hispanic Christmas Carol, arr. Paul Stuart
Treble choirs young and old will enjoy this setting of the Hispanic folk song. The text is in Spanish with an optional English version. In unison and two parts, the middle three-part a cappella section may be sung by the full choir, a smaller group, or a trio. A sprightly piano accompaniment lends great flavor to this arrangement.
SSA - piano or organ
SBMP 283
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Eastman Bach Children's Chorus, Karla Krogstad, conductor ORDER HERE

HOLLAND
Sarasponda
Dutch folksong - arr. Ruth Boshkoff
Great fun for the children's chorus, this easy arrangement will have great appeal for singers and audiences.
2 part - piano
SBMP 303
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Indiana University Children's Choir: Chamber Choir, Ruth Boshkoff, conductor ORDER HERE

HUNGARY
Ave Maria
László Halmos (Hungary)
An eloquent setting of the familiar Ave Maria text. Halmos wrote this setting of the Ave Maria in homage to Zoltán Kodály to commemorate the centenary of the composer's birth. Latin text only.
SSA - a cappella
SBMP 25
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] San Jose State University Choraliers, Charlene Archibeque, conductor ORDER HERE

Cantate Domino
László Halmos
Written in the pentatonic mode with a chantlike Alleluia opening, and much imitation among the parts.
SATB - a cappella
POD 102 - See print on demand
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Erik a Som
arranged Lajos Bárdos (Hungary) - ed. Charlene Archibeque
A delightful Hungarian folksong arranged here in two parts except for brief refrains. A pronunciation guide to the Hungarian text is underlayed and an English text is provided.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 47
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Jubilate Deo
László Halmos (Hungary)
"Sing joyfully to God, all the earth" - the text describes the mood of the piece. In four parts with no divisi and a conservative range, with a Latin text that is not difficult - this dramatic piece can serve many types of choirs. Easy.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 24
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IRAQI
Iraqi Peace Song
traditional Iraqi song, arr. by Lori Tennenhouse (based on a vocal setting by Norwegian performer, Knut Reiersrud)
The song is a lullaby, that universal culture of feeling shared between mother and child. Accompanied by a cello, the piece opens with a hauntingly beautiful solo sung in the original Arabic (a transliteration is in the score.) The piano joins and then the choir, singing first the theme about international peace in English, then moving on to the Arabic. A listen to the recording will quickly demonstrate the intrigue of this piece.
SA/alto solo - cello, piano, dumbek
duration: 5:30
difficulty level: easy
SBMP 794
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read the text
hear the music [© all rights reserved] Grand Rapids Women’s Chorus, Lori Tennenhouse, conductor
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IRELAND

Agnus Dei
Rhona Clarke
Written for a choir of 600, the MISSA in all its sections can be sung by any size choir with a core group drawn from within the group. Fresh and artistic, the music is easy enough for a young choir, interesting enough for any age group.
SSA - piano
SBMP 423
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Christus Factus Est
Martin O'Leary
Dublin, Ireland's Martin O'Leary sets this text in elegant style. Melodic vocal lines provide interesting polyphony and combine to create a dramatic harmonic palette.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 413
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Credo
Rhona Clarke
Written for a choir of 600, the MISSA in all its sections can be sung by any size choir with a core group drawn from within the group. Fresh and artistic, the music is easy enough for a young choir, interesting enough for any age group.
SSA - piano
SBMP 421
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Fiddler of Dooney, The
Daniel J. Hall
Set to a colorful poem by one of Ireland’s most beloved poets, William Butler Yeats, the composer dramatically brings the text alive with strong hints of Irish flavor along the way.
SATB - a cappella
duration: 3:10
difficulty level: Medium
Series: Jo-Michael Scheibe
SBMP 748
see and hear the music: Scorch
see the music: PDF
read the poem
CD recording available
hear the music [© all rights reserved] West Texas A&M University Chorale, Daniel J. Hall, conductor
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Gartan Mother's Lullaby, The
Irish folksong - arr. Neil Ginsberg
A jewel from the folk heritage of Ireland. The text generated great curiosity and a bit of research to uncover its unique meaning. A favorite of many Irish singers, choirs will love the melody, revel in the beauty of the haunting flute opening, the sweeping piano accompaniment, and the special meaning of this piece. Easy.
SATB - piano, opt. fl or vln
SBMP 314
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] San José State University Choraliers, Charlene Archibeque, conductor ORDER HERE fl or vln part- SBMP 314.1 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE
Gartan Mother’s Lullaby, The
Irish, arr. Neil Ginsberg
Not your typical lullaby, the Irish folksong is full of interesting Irish folklore. A lovely melody, and a charming accompaniment. Children will love this piece.
SA - piano
duration: 2:50
SBMP 654
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hear the music - midi recording
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I Know Where I'm Goin'
Irish folksong - arr. Neil Ginsberg
Requested by many, the treble arrangement has grown to include men who join the women with a clever, rhythmic drone; on occasion they join the women for key words of the text. Bound to be a favorite
SATB - piano
SBMP 308
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] San José State University Choraliers, Charlene Archibeque, conductor ORDER HERE

In Dublin's Fair City
James Yorkston, arr. D. Shawn Berry
Let's all go to Ireland and look for Molly Malone wheeling her wheel barrow! This delightful arrangement of this favorite gives each part a chance at the melody, and when there are two parts, each part is melodic in itself making the piece easy to teach. The piano keeps the wheel barrow moving throughout the piece.
SA - piano
SBMP 515
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Jubilate Domino
Rhona Clarke
The creative Irish composer has created a stunning setting of Psalm 100. In Latin and English, both advanced children's choirs and women's choirs will love this piece.
SSA/SA duet - organ or piano
SBMP 410
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Kyrie and Gloria
Rhona Clarke
A fresh take on the Kyrie and Gloria by the renowned Dublin, Ireland composer. Great drama not usually found in treble pieces. English and Latin text. Not difficult. The piece was written for a huge choir with sections to be performed by a core group from within the larger group. It can easily be performed tutti throughout. Give the midi file created with oboes and piano a listen.
SSA - piano
SBMP 420
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Minstrel Boy, The
Irish air, arr. Michael Mauldin
The drum-cadence rhythms of the piano set the mood. The choral ranges are suitable for the young choir, however any choir may enjoy this easy, effective arrangement.
SATB - piano
SBMP 469
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Minstrel Boy, The
arr. Joshua Shank
The Irish aire comes to dramatic life in the hands of composer Shank. Often in four parts, the divisi when in occurs, is not difficult.
SSAATTBB - a cappella
Duration - 4:30
SBMP 633
see the music - PDF file hear the music - [© all rights reserved] University Choir, University of Colorado at Boulder, Lawrence Kaptein, conductor
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My Lagan Love
Irish folk song, arr. Paula Tillen
The hauntingly beautiful melody is enhanced by a dramatic, flourishing violin, with harp-like chords coming from the piano. The melody is first stated by the soprano soloist, and in conclusion, by the choir.
SSAA/sop. solo - piano, violin
Duration: 3:00
Difficulty level: medium
SBMP 720
Series: Sharon Hansen
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Oro My Currach
Irish folk song - arr. Neil Ginsberg
The Irish "currach" is a primitive, small but sturdy boat. This beautiful, expressive song expresses the boatman's love for this precious boat and the sea on which he sails.
SATB - piano - $1.45
SBMP 369
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Red is the Rose
Robert Sieving
Set to a traditional Irish lyric, the opening pentatonic melody evokes the feel of an Irish folk song; authentic Irish color is added by the accompaniment.
TTB - piano, penny whistle or sopranino recorder
duration: 3:50
difficulty level: medium
Series: Peter A. Eklund
SBMP 795
see and hear the music: Scorch
hear the music [© all rights reserved] University of Nebraska Varsity Men’s Chorus, Peter Eklund, conductor
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Sanctus
Rhona Clarke
Written for a choir of 600, the MISSA in all its sections can be sung by any size choir with a core group drawn from within the group. Fresh and artistic, the of 600, the MISSA in all its sections can be sung by any size choir with a core group drawn from within the group. Fresh and artistic, the music is easy enough for a young choir, interesting enough for any age group.
SSA - piano
SBMP 422
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Wren Song, The
Irish folk song - arr. John Campbell
Expertly arranged in two parts with a colorful piano accompaniment, The Wren Song tells a fabulous tale with historic significance. Young choirs will find this a delight.
2 pt. - piano
SBMP 366
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JAMAICA
Back to Ethiopia
Jamaican Folk Song - arr. Paul Rardin
A poignant, hymn-like setting that is beautiful for the men's chorus. Written as a companion piece for Hol' You' Han', the piece can also stand on its own .
TTBB - a cappella
SBMP 155
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] University of Michigan Men's Glee Club, Jerry Blackstone, conductor ORDER HERE

Hol' You Han'
Jamaican Folk Song - arr. Paul Rardin
A show-stopping hit. Much rhythm and action in this piece.
TTBB - a cappella
SBMP 123
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] University of Michigan Men's Glee Club, Jerry Blackstone, conductor ORDER HERE

JAPAN
Fuji
David N. Childs
Set to an ancient text that lauds the wonder of Mt. Fuji, composer Childs has created a majestic setting worthy of the glorious mountain and of men's choral groups.
TTBB - piano
Duration - 4:20
SBMP 636
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] St. Mary's International School, Tokyo, Japan, Varsity Ensemble, Randy Stenson, conductor ORDER HERE

Shojojee
arr. B. Wayne Bisbee
Shojojee is the name of a Japanese temple. It is also the name of a raccoon-like animal with a big stomach! This traditional Japanese piece is easy and very effective. The repetitive Japanese text is not difficult to master. Handbells, hand chimes or any pitched mallet instrument add color along with a small drum.
SATB - opt. finger cymbals/tambourine
SBMP 276
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Shojojee
Japanese folk song arranged by B. Wayne Bisbee
This charming Japanese folk song tells the story of a temple in Shojojee where racoon-like animals would dance and beat their big stomachs like drums to compete with the music from the temple monks. The repetitive Japanese text is not difficult to master; the text underlay is a phonetic transliteration. The instruments add authenticity and color.
SA - piano, finger cymbals, 2 temple blocks, hand drum
duration: 1:30
difficulty level: easy
SBMP 741
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Three Japanese Folksongs
arr. Misuzu McManus
The Japanese American composer chose three delightful, contrasting folksongs. Beautiful melody, fun rhythms, and humor all are present. A bit of staging, perhaps a dancer, could add an additional dimension to this excellent set.
SATB - piano, fl or ob, bell
SBMP 440
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arr. Misuzu McManus
The Japanese American composer chose three delightful, contrasting folksongs. Beautiful melody, fun rhythms, and humor all are present. A bit of staging, perhaps a dancer, could add an additional dimension to this excellent set.
SSAA - piano, fl or ob, bell
SBMP 523
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KOREA
Blue Bird
Korean folk song arranged by Jungsun Lee
A beautiful song with a short, but powerfully symbolic text. The Korean is written out as a transliteration making it easy to sing. There is no divisi and a conservative range, inviting choirs of all abilities to enjoy this special piece.
SATB - a cappella
Duration: 2:45
Difficulty level: easy
SBMP 730
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LATVIA
Melodijas
Peter Barisons - ed. Vance Wolverton
The low altos are prominently featured both melodically and harmonically in this lush, a cappella setting that is strongly reminiscent of Brahms. In the text by J. Sudrabkalns musical concepts become metaphors for the complexities of life. Barisons's musical treatment enhances the meaning of the text while simultaneously evoking rich, warm tone and expressive delivery.
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 167
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Smieklis Man
Aldonis Kalnins- ed. Vance Wolverton
The lively music and amusing text of Smieklis Man will appeal to children of all ages. As you might surmise from the title, the piece is punctuated by outbursts of laughter, but it also contains a nasty little secret about "Johnny's boots" that gives rise to various animal sounds! File this little gem under "choral scherzo."
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 165 see the music CD recording available
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LITHUANIA
Diffusa est gratia
Vytautas Miskinis
The Lithuanian composer has created a beautiful contemporary motet featuring chant-like melodies, a dramatic climax, and a hushed ending.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 521
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MISSA BREVIS
Kristina Vasiliauskaite, Lithuania
Treble choirs will delight in this marvelous Missa Brevis by Lithuanian composer Kristina Vasiliauskaite. Conservative ranges, melodic choral writing, fresh, tasteful settings of the texts that only someone as talented as this writer from the Baltic region could produce make this Missa Brevis a treasure. Medium difficulty.
SSAA - keyboard
Kyrie/Gloria
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Sanctus/Agnus Dei
SBMP 264 - ORDER HERE
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MISSA BREVIS BEATAE MARIA (movements published separately)
Kristina Vasiliauskaite, Lithuania
SATB - a cappella
Any choir experiencing one movement will want to sing them all. Absolutely gorgeous describes them. This is extraordinary music written by a talented Lithuanian composer. Perfect for the cathedral. Medium difficulty.
Kyrie
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Gloria
SBMP 266 - ORDER HERE
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Sanctus, Benedictus
SBMP 267 - ORDER HERE
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Agnus Dei
SBMP 268 - ORDER HERE
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Varpas
Kristina Vasiliauskaite - ed. Vance Wolverton
The singer in "Varpas" is filled with sadness from an unspoken cause. She believes that her depression will be dispelled if she can only ring the bell in the tower. The composer has utilized an undulating melody in common time supported by unexpectedly rich triadic progressions to portray the tolling bell.
SSAA - piano
POD 142 - ORDER HERE
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MEXICO
A La Ru
Hispanic Christmas Carol, arr. Paul Stuart
Treble choirs young and old will enjoy this setting of the Hispanic folk song. The text is in Spanish with an optional English version. In unison and two parts, the middle three-part a cappella section may be sung by the full choir, a smaller group, or a trio. A sprightly piano accompaniment lends great flavor to this arrangement.
SSA - piano or organ
SBMP 283
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Cielito Lindo
Mexican folk song - arr. Barbara Harlow
A favorite in Mexico and also in the United States, this folk song is to be sung in the original Spanish. The piano accompaniment strives to imitate the upbeat, rhythmic sound of a mariachi band. An optional scoring for mariachi band accompaniment is available. Also available for SSA.
SATB - piano; opt. 3 trpts., 3 guitars, bass
SBMP 566
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Cielito Lindo
Mexican folk song - arr. Barbara Harlow
A favorite in Mexico and also in the United States, this folk song is to be sung in the original Spanish. The piano accompaniment strives to imitate the upbeat, rhythmic sound of a mariachi band. An optional scoring for mariachi band accompaniment is available.Suitable for any age treble choir. Also available for SATB.
SSA - piano; opt. 3 trpts., 3 guitars, bass
SBMP 567
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NATIVE

These Beads
Clyde Thompson
Set to a text by two Indian chiefs, this is a most unusual piece for the men’s choir. An enchanting melody, an inspirational text, and flute and piano that together add great artistic and ethnic interest to the piece. Worth a listen!
TTBB - piano, flute
duration: 3:20
SBMP 656

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PUERTO RICO
A la Media Noche
Puerto Rican folksong - arr. Joan Szymko
The gals can really ring out on this festive arrangement. To be sung in Spanish, it will add a special merriment to the holiday concert.
SSAA - piano, flute, percussion
SBMP 304
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ROMANIA
Chindia (pronounced keen-DEE-ah)
Alexandru Pascanu
A Romanian folk dance tune, this piece has been a best seller with junior high through college groups. The text is all on syllables like "Tra la la "so there are no language difficulties.
SATB - a cappella
SBMP 44
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RUSSIA

Little Birch Tree
Russian folk song arranged by Sue Bohlin
The voices sing the melody throughout, with one short section where it is treated as a canon. The piano accompaniment captures the exciting movement of the dancing leaves of the birch tree. This folk melody was made famous by Tchaikovsky who used it the fourth movement of his Symphony no. 4.
SA (For two equal voices), piano, wood block, optional cello
SBMP 757
duration: 2:00
difficulty level: easy
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Ancora of Piedmont Children’s Choir, Robert Geary, conductor
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Tum Balalaika
Russian Yiddish Song - arr. Jay Broeker
A favorite piece of treble choirs, the arrangement captures all the magic of this famous song, the violin or clarinet adding a feeling of authenticity. SA or unison - piano, violin or clarinet
SBMP 228
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Tum Balalayka
Russian Yiddish folk song, arr. Marjan Helms
A stirring arrangement of the famous folk song. Helms has added the option of strings bringing even greater drama to the piece.
SSA - piano, optional string quintet (vln. 1, 2, vla., cello, bass)<