Moto Umewaka! (The Fire Is Burning!), arr. Robert J. Begisen

Moto Umewaka! (The Fire Is Burning!) [level: Easy]
Traditional Kenyan Melody, arr. Robert J. Begisen: Bio and other works

RELEASED: March 2026

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP1884 | duration: 2'48" | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella, opt. percussion

This traditional Kenyan melody has been sung for generations and is full of energy and spirit. The text celebrates an inner fire and joyful vitality, making it a vibrant piece for any performance. The optional percussion adds excitement, and synchronized movement or dance is highly encouraged by the arranger. Perfect for mixed ensembles of all ages and levels, this fun and accessible work is sure to engage performers and audiences alike!

performance by: Friends Church (Quakers) Langata Monthly Meeting Youth Choir - Prudence Nangira, director [© all rights reserved]

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Translation

Fire us burning Jesus
In the heart Spirit
Has descended In Heaven
They are singing
Let’s Sing with Joy/happiness

Traditional Kenyan Melody Arr. Robert Jim Begisen

CLICK HERE: Choral Tracks (Practice made simple)

Moto Umewaka! (The Fire Is Burning!) choral track bundle contains a part dominant track for each voice part, a balanced voices track, and an accompaniment track if the work is not a cappella (the accompaniment is also included with the part dominant and balanced voices track). Get more information and listen to samples HERE. Please note that the choral score is not included in the bundle and needs to be ordered separately.

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