Betelehemu - African Noel - Siyahamba-Sally Albrecht combines three celebrated African folk songs into one exuberant arrangement for choirs of all levels from elementary through high school. Pulsating rhythms and a joyous layering of vocal parts build to an explosive finish. Sing this cross-cultural gem in Swahili and English for seasonal concerts or use the alternate 'Alleluya' text all year lon…

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!

Layered call and response vocals African percussion and optional movement all combine to create this cross-cultural celebration. Easily-learned with lots of repetition will make this an unforgettable concert experience. Available for SATB only. Performance time: Approx. 2:30.

Building from a quiet beginning to a celebrative finish this rhythmic anthem is unbridled fun. Perfect for Palm Sunday or any time during the year it combines portions of the traditional Latin Sanctus text with an Africanmelody. The result is a delightful anthem of joy. Add the optional percussion to enhance the presentation.

Abdullah Ibrahim aka 'Dollar Brand' is one of the true jazz greats. His cycle 'African Songs' celebrates the unmistakable atmosphere and cheerfulness of African music. This arrangement for alto saxophone and piano is a rather special performance piece. / Saxophone Alto

This original piece is in a style reminiscent of the music of the rich cultural heritage of the Appalachian Mountain area. Music is an important part of the Appalachian way of life. In fact, Appalachian music is one of the best-known manifestations of the culture. Traditional Appalachian music is derived primarily from the English and Scottish ballad tradition and Irish and Scottish fiddle music. …

From an a cappella opening to the final measure, this new rhythmic and energetic offering from Craig Curry is infectious and irresistible. Add the optional percussion to create a true celebration of the Incarnation! / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

Sing Alleluia Christ is Born! This repeated phrase spins into a Christmas celebration sure to capture singer and listener alike! The highly rhythmic piano accompaniment with optional percussion adds excitement to this proclamation of Christmas joy. Unforgettable! Available: SATB.

Transcriptions from Buckley's Banjo Guide of 1868. Par TWISS TIM. Early American Banjo by Tim Twiss provides complete banjo tablature transcriptions of the instrumental solos that first appeared in standard notation in Buckley's Banjo Guide of 1868. This modern tablature edition of over 100 mid-19th century jigs, waltzes, polkas, hornpipes and reels provides insight to the transition between the A…

A Musical Celebration of America's Multicultural Heritage - Perf./Acc. CD-“We are all one family from sea to shining sea.” Salute the unique differences that have shaped America's heritage and unite together in musical celebration of customs traditions and songs. This highly adaptablemusical revue for unison or two-part voices features songs and dances from around the world short con…

This amazing work opens with the sounds of distant villages as their drumming echoes through the African rain forests (or school gymnasium). As the players return to their “normal” seats in the band the variouselements of this composition gradually come together in a joyous unified celebration. Thoroughly researched to include authentic African patterns Michael Sweeney has created a …

'It's never right to play Ragtime fast.?(Scott Joplin)Most listeners associate 'ragtime? with the music of Scott Joplin, one of the earliest African-American composers to straddle the divide between classical and popular music. It was Joplin who brought this musical style to the pinnacle of perfection.The term 'ragtime? stems from 'ragged time? and describes the contrast between the sprightly sync…

An International Holiday Celebration-CELEBRATE December traditions center stage this holiday season as 'round the world we go! DISCOVER the special preparations for Chinese New Year Germany's St. Nicholas Day tradition of a hidden pickle in the Tannenbaum the sevenprinciples of Kwanzaa from our African ancestors the miracle and lights of Jewish Hanukkah the festive atmosphere of Mexico's Las P…