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Music from Africa
Bawo
isiXhosa (South Africa)/arr. Michael Barrett & Ralf Schmitt This beautiful Xhosa prayer has been set with care. The flowing vocal lines are achievable by a variety of levels, while the addition of the two soloists adds great forward momentum. This would work well in concert or in church. Cameron LaBarr Choral Series SATB with Percussion WW1796 - $2.85
Michael Barrett
Mzwandile Mabuza
Ndangero
Otjiherero (Namibia)/arr. Eslon Hindundu Sounding both other-worldly and peaceful, this interesting work has great appeal for a wide variety of audiences. The repetitive nature of both the music and the text will make Ndangero easy to learn for many levels. Cameron LaBarr Choral Series SATB with Solos and Percussion WW1784 - $2.60
Wena Wedwa
isiZulu (South Africa)/arr. Daniel Jackson A tremendous song of praise! The vocal parts are accessible and repetitive, so learning the initial rhythms and texts is well worth the effort. Add a soloist and percussion to take this song to the next level. Would make an excellent opening or closing song. SATB with Solos and Percussion WW1816 - $2.65
Modimo
Sesotho (South Africa)/arr. Michael Barrett A fantastic song of praise and celebration. Improvised percussion and a traditional Sesotho melody make for a grounded and deep sound with which singers will immediately connect. A quick learn with a huge impact. NEW! TTBB with Percussion: WW1702 $2.75 SATB with Percussion: WW1733 - $2.75
Akekho Ofana No Jesu
Numerous languages (Africa)/arr. Daniel Jackson An African tradition song sung by congregations across the African continent. Extremely dynamic with solos and improvised percussion. The middle section repeats material that has already been sung, making it achievable for a wide variety of levels. NEW! SSAA with Percussion: WW1703 - $2.65 NEW! TTBB with Percussion: WW1787 - $2.65 SATB with Percussion: WW1683 - $2.75
Phind’ukhulume
isiZulu (South Africa)/arr. Mzwandile Mabuza A beautiful Zulu prayer that speaks to themes of gratitude and hope. Very moving, with a dramatic rise and fall. Achievable by many levels. Cameron LaBarr Choral Series SATB with Percussion WW1741: WW1741 - $2.85
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Eslon Hindundu
Ngothando
isiZulu (South Africa)/Mbuso Ndlovu An original composition written in isiZulu, Ngothando is a message to the world that it is only through love that we can conquer the barriers that stand between us. Beautiful and accessible, this is a moving work especially meaningful for our times. Cameron LaBarr Choral Series SATB with Percussion WW1724 - $2.60
Thixo Onothando
isiXhosa (South Africa)/arr. Michael Barrett An uplifting song of praise led by a group of soloists who portray the roles of religious leaders. The use of percussion and movement adds a great deal. As performed by the University of Pretoria (TUKS) Camerata. Cameron LaBarr Choral Series SATB with Solos and Percussion WW1705 - $2.60
Kwaxabana Oxamu
isiXhosa (South Africa)/arr. Michael Barrett & Mbuso Ndlovu Kwaxabana Oxamu is a celebration of the isiXhosa language. It uses the various click sounds found in the Xhosa language to a stunning effect. The language will be a challenge, but the work will be well worth it for the end result! Cameron LaBarr Choral Series SATB with Percussion: WW1840 - $2.75 TTBB with Percussion: WW1841 - $2.75
Bonk’abaphandle
isiZulu (South Africa)/ arr. Michael Barrett & Mbuso Ndlovu This celebratory isiZulu song is a quick learn that will pay dividends for audiences and choirs! Add percussion, clapping, and ululations to make the most of this work. Cameron LaBarr Choral Series SATB with Percussion: WW1842 - $2.75 SSAA with Percussion: WW1843 - $2.75 TTBB with Percussion: WW1844 - $2.75
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