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Latin American Choral Music Arrangements
| A collection of traditional Latin American choral music arranged for harmony voices |
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Ariel Ramirez : Navidad Nuestra Composed by Ariel Ramirez, this folk drama of the Nativity is based on the rhythms and traditions of Hispanic America. It includes standard choral notation for SATB choirs, solos for tenor and baritone, piano (or harpsichord) accompaniment, chord names, standard guitar notation, percussion parts, and introductory text. 
Astor Piazzolla : Tangos in Vocal Harmony It has been said that you can see Buenos Aires while listening to Astor Piazzolla's music. This is one of his talents that sets him apart from other composers. Piazzolla made a revolution with the tango, which created many problems for him in his country (traditionalists did not accept his music as tango). But everybody finally accepted his changes because his music put the Argentine dance, the tango, at the highest level. Gentle tango rhythms and modern harmonies infuse these folk-like tunes. Songlist: Verano Porteno, Libertango, Primavera Poertena, Invierno Poerteno, Otono Porteno, Reminiscense
Carlos Guastavino : Indianas Carlos Guastavino writes in a romantic-nationalistic style, and even though he does not incorporate folk music, his music is permeated by the Argentine influence. These intriguing pieces can be performed individually or as a suite. Songlist: Gala del Dia, Quien Fuera Como el Jazmin, Chanarcito, Chanarcito, Viento Norte, Al Tribunal de Tu Pecho, Una de Dos
Deke Sharon : Latin A Cappella Vol 1 With music from Latin America growing in popularity, here is a fun way to integrate an important cultural phenomenon into your program. This collection of four traditional songs, arranged for contemporary a cappella groups, represent but four of the many Latin musical styles: from Mexico, mariachi (Cielito Lindo), bolero (Sin Ti) and Latin rock (La Bamba), and from Cuba, Son (Guantanamera). SATB Songlist: Cielito Lindo, Guantanamera, Sin Ti, La Bamba
Gabriela Montoya-Stier : El Patio de Mi Casa This endearing collection of folksongs from Mexico is perfect for any teacher looking to broaden the multicultural dimensions of their elementary or preschool music class with time-tested authentic music. Each song and rhyme includes teaching suggestions, English translations, game directions, and background information. Songs are categorized as rhymes, chants, singing games, song tales (romances), or lullabies, and there is even a pinata song. Songlist: Rhymes, Chants, Singing Games, Song Tales (Romances), Lullabies, Pinata Song, Rhythm And Melodic Analysis Charts, References, About The Author Other Voicings: Treble
Gwyn Arch : The Girl from Ipanema In this volume one of the most alluring, sad and popular songs, The Girl from Ipanema, is beautifully arranged for young voices along with the stirring 'Banana Boat Song' and the breathtaking finale to the collection, the Argentinean tango 'La Cumparsita'. These fun, yet manageable, arrangements will delight young choirs time and again. Songlist: The Girl from Ipanema, Banana Boat Song, La Cumparsita
Javier Zentner : La Voz Latina - Volume 2 For choirs who want to bring the energy, rhythm and vitality of Latin America to their concerts, the La Voz Latina series is the perfect resource. The second volume in the series, La Voz Latina 2, brings together a collection of 17 vibrant choral pieces from Bolivia, Peru, Chile, Uruguay and Argentina. From traditional styles like Festejo and Candombe, to world-famous hits like Te recuerdo Amanda or Alfonsina y el mar and arrangements of tangos by Piazzolla, this collection captures the unique variety of Latin America. Songlist: Naranjitay, El alcatraz, Te recuerdo Amanda, Cancion de cuna, Paso luego una familia, Candombe de San Baltasar, Oracion para la siembra del trigo, Lunas que pasan, Madre del maiz, Pongale por las hileras, Carnavalito del duende, Chacarera de mis pagos, Alfonsina y el mar, Dona Ubensa, El ultimo cafe, Buenos Aires hora cero, Invierno porteno
Javier Zentner : La Voz Latina - Volume 1 A collection of 14 vibrant choral pieces from Cuba, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador and Brazil. Covering a range of styles from cumbia to Cuban son, this music is full of the characteristic rhythms and melodies which capture the unique vitality of Latin America. With background information, translations and pronunciation guides, enabling performers to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of Latin music, this collection provides a great addition to the repertoire for any choral concert. Songlist: Tu no sabe ingle, Juramento, Entre el espanto y la ternura, La maza, Penas, Ire a Santiago, Vasija de barro, Por el camino, Navidad negra, Esta bella noche, Kasar mie la gaji, Kyrie, Muie Rendera, Tres cantos nativos
Jean Berger : Brazilian Psalm Portuguese/English.
Jonathan Rathbone : La Cucaracha Former Swingle Singers Jonathan Rathbone has developed a reputation for creating challenging but highly rewarding arrangements for more experienced singers and here is a great example. Fun to learn, fun to sing!
Jose Hernandez : Canta, Mariachi, Canta! Experience authentic mariachi styles and rhythms in your general music class! Eight traditional Mexican songs transport you and your students to a place rich with harmony and ensemble camaraderie. These arrangements by 3-time Grammy nominated world-renowned mariachi composer and performer Jose Hernandez, work well with piano or guitar accompaniment. Add pitched Orff instruments for even more fun. The Teacher Edition offers vocal parts with Spanish lyrics and pronunciation guides, piano and guitar accompaniment, Orff parts, brief song translations and history. This all-in-one collection also includes digital access to authentic recordings produced by Maestro Hernandez and performed on traditional mariachi instruments for added authenticity! Students can model the singing and then perform with the full-sounding accompaniment recordings. You will also receive digital access to PDFs of singer and instrument parts when you purchase the Teacher Edition. Suggested for grades 3-6. Songlist: Silent Night, Cielito Lindo (My Pretty Darling), La Llorona, El Venadito, La Sandunga, Los Barandales Del Puente, La Golondrina, Las Mananitas
Karl Jenkins : Adiemus Colores Adiemus Colores marks Karl Jenkins' return after ten years to the series that helped make his name, and it draws inspiration from the sights, sounds, colors and rhythms of Latin American music. As with the original Adiemus, Jenkins combines classical principles with the flavors of world and ethnic music supported by lively percussion. His choral writing adopts an invented language with no meaning, like scat singing in jazz. Each movement is named in Spanish after a color and explores the mood each evokes for the composer, embracing Brazilian samba, Argentinian tango and Spanish bolero. Adiemus Colores is scored for choir and ensemble with soloists, with a total duration of 75 minutes. Songlist: Cancion amearilla, Cancion violeta, Cancion negra, Cancion rosa, Cancion azul, Cancion turquesa, Cancion naranja, Cancion verde, Cancion blanca, Cancion dorada, Cancion plateada, Cancion roja
Oscar Escalada : Latin American Choral Series A wonderful collection of contemporary Latin American choral music selected by noted Argintian conductor and composer Oscar Escalada. "La Chaparrita " is a brisk Venezuelan folk melody and is fun to sing and includes the vocal imitation of a typical pattern played on a "cuarto". "Candomble", from Uruguay, is written in a rhythm very close to the tango and the habanera. "La Ninez De America" is based on a poem of Argentinian poet Alberto del Carril and is inspired by the Incas. "Cancion Con Todos " is a two-part song based on two different rhythms. The first part is calm and recognizes each area of the Americas with characteristic elements such as copper for Chile, sun for Peru etc. The second part is rhythmic and exultant with the hope of bringing all the peoples of Latin America to sing together! Songlist: La Chaparrita, Candomble, Cancion Con Todos, Se Equivoco La Paloma (The Dove Was Wrong), La Ninez De America
Various Arrangers : Latin American Choral Series for Female Voices The Latin American Choral Series brings the exciting sounds of Latin America to choirs throughout the world. Selected by Oscar Escalada, the series includes a tremendous variety of styles ranging from the first polyphonic music composed in the New World, to traditional folksongs, tantalizing tangos, love songs and original compositions. Songlist: Mudanzas, Pueblito Mi Pueblo, Cinq Chansons Folklorques D'Guadeloupe, Five Folksongs From Haiti, Guanchi Torito (Little Orphan Calf), Libertango
Various Arrangers : Spanish Carols, Lullabies and Folksongs "Come, come, shepherds let us go! Let's run to Bethlehem." Written in the "Bambuco Fiestero" rhythm of the Andes Mountains of Columbia, the characteristic dance rhythm of 6/8 against 3/4 is the main feature of this a cappella setting. In Spanish, with English translation. "Canticos De Navidad" - Juan Orrego-Sala, a noted Latin American composer, is Professor Emeritis of Composition and Latin American Music at the Indiana University School of Music. This charming set of Christmas pieces reflects his native country, Chile, not only in the language, but in the characteristic rhythms and harmonies. The second of the three, Alleluya, can be extracted for year-round performance, and, although diminutive in length, deserves a place along side the well-known "Alleluia" by Randall Thompson with whom the composer studied. The original settings of "Four Spanish Lullabies" create the feeling of tenderness and sorrow so typical of the Spanish lullaby. A litling Brazilian style lullaby, a 3-part a cappella chorus, a flight of imagination and a comical nursery rhyme make up this compelling set. The energetic Colombian folksong "Maquerule" tells the tale of a friendly baker who learns the hard way to collect the cash upfront! Strong syncopation and a staccato singing section add to the fun. Includes suggestions for using optional percussion. Songlist: Canticos De Navidad, Maquerule, Four Spanish Lullabies, Fum, Fum, Fum
Various Arrangers : Christmas South of the Border Add a multi-cultural element to your Christmas concerts and celebrate the Navidad season. The Mexican tradition of ""La Fiesta de la Posada"" recreates the search for a room at an inn. This delightful number by Sally Albrecht recreates that tradition in song with an English text that tells the story ("when we light luminarias and swing at the pinata."). Features an optional solo/duet in each verse. "Cantemos" is a beautiful, rhythmic Venezuelan folk carol with an English/Spanish text. "Vamos todos a Belen" - A detailed translation/pronunciation guide makes it easy to master the Spanish text of this traditional Mexican-American Christmas song, or perform it in English. Lilting six-eight piano creates a gentle rocking motion as we sing about going to Bethlehem to see the baby. In the middle, a solo is briefly accompanied by only the chorus before a thrilling modulation and final flourish to the glorious end. Songlist: La Fiesta de la Posada, El Pequeno Nino (The Tiny Baby), Cantemos, Vamos todos a Belen (Let Us Go to Bethlehem)
Various Arrangers : Navidad en Espanol Share the rich culture of a Spanish Christmas with your students. These charming Spanish folk carols will bring joy to every performance. From a variety of cultures these creatively arranged songs will add a multi-cultural element to your concert and will be appreciated by the Spanish speakers in your audiences. Perform them in Spanish, English, or a combination of both. Songlist: A La Nanita Nana, Three Spanish Carols (Collection), El Noi De La Mare (The Son of Mary), A la Puerta del Cielo, Spanish Allelu
Various Arrangers : Latin Accents "Casita de Campo" is one of the most popular love songs from the Dominican Republic. It describes a modest, and yet beautiful, little rural house in the Cibao region where the composer evokes the consummation of a passionate and virginal love. It is a "cancion-bolero," a typical Caribbean romantic song form in quadruple meter, slow-paced, which is also a centerpiece of serenades. "Chanflin" is a typical Dominican merengue in its melody and form. Chanflin is a young woman, very good looking. The merengue section refers to a "neighborhood gossip." The jaleo section refers to Chanflin dressing in a finicky manner. "La Lluvia" is a folk melody from Ecuador traditionally played on the siku - the double row of panpipes that have been used in the high Andes for over a thousand years. With percussion. "Son de Camaguey" is a Cuban folk song from which the composer takes the refrain and then frames it with kaleidoscopic patters of ostinati inspired by the song, and by Afro-Cuban music in general. "O Sapo" - In this irresistible Brazilian song setting, vocal lines imitate percussion patterns to create a truly infectious groove. Newly arranged for SSATB chorus. With optional percussion. Songlist: O Sapo, Maquerule, Casita de Campo, Chanflin, La Lluvia, Son de Camaguey
Various Arrangers : Spanish Songs For Treble Voices "La Lluvia" is a folk melody from Ecuador traditionally played on the siku - the double row of panpipes that have been used in the high Andes for over a thousand years. Hot-blooded and haughty, a mixture of delight and disdain. The central paradox of performing "Las Amarillas" it that the rhythms must be very incisive and exact, yet the precision must be combined with the devil-may-care festive attitude that prevents the precision from sounding clinical. Mangulina is a dance derived from Zapateado Espanol (a Spanish heel-tapping dance). "Guayacanal," originally written in the 1950's by Dominican songwriters Luis Kalaff and Bienvenido Brens, embodies what is known as the Mangulina today, and is so famous that when asked, people often think it's a folk song. This piece is best accompanied with tamborra (a double-headed drum from the Dominican Republic) and guira (a metal scraper from the Dominican Republic, scraped with a metal fork.) These delightful miniatures are wonderful for concert, contest and small ensembles. Careful part-writing and attention to range make these a good choice for younger treble groups. Includes: "A la puerta del cielo (At the Gate of Heaven)," "El Senor nacio en Belen (The Lord Was Born in Bethlehem)," and "Gloria a Dios en las Alturas (Glory to God in the Highest.)" Songlist: La Lluvia, Gloria A Dios, Guayacanal, Las Amarillas
Walter Ehret : Christmas Carols of Spain and Latin America A collection of 27 traditional carols for unison and 2 part voices arranged by Walter Ehret. In Spanish with English translations. Songlist: A La Nanita Nana, Come, My Dear Old Lady, Thou Art Well Content, Foom, Foom, Foom, The Son Of Mary, Holy Joseph And Mary The Maid, King Herod, The Icy December, Carol Of The Birds, We'll Speak Very Softly, O Bethlehem, A Fire Is Started In Bethlehem, Bells Over Bethlehem, O My Loveliest One, In Bethlehem's Cradle, The Holy Child, At The Hour Of Midnight, Song Of The Wise Men, Shepherds In Bethlehem, Happily Singing, We Are Singing, As The Frightened Baby Jesus, The Journey, Going To Bethlehem, Pray Give Us Lodging, The Babe, Hasten Now, O Shepherds |
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The innocent beauty of this folk tune adaptation will captivate you from the very first note. Presented with care, this exquisite berceuse for the Christ Child gives a melodic chronicle of the nativity event. Moving back and forth from major to minor, this engaging miniature has many layers of beauty. Clarity in both the vocal and instrumental writing offers directors an uncluttered and accessible piece for holiday programming. ScorePlay - click to view score with recording.˙ ˙ ˙
Arranger: Ken Litton | Composer: Northeast Brazilian Lullaby | Country: Brazil
This Latin standard has been recorded by dozens of recording artists from Harry Belafonte to Frank Sinatra. This setting by noted jazz educator and arranger Paris Rutherford is excellent for introducing Latin-style vocal jazz to performers from high school and beyond.Available separately: SATB, ShowTrax CD and Instrumental Pak (parts for piano, guitar, bass and drums). Performance Time: Approx. 3:50.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Country: Latin America
This festive partner song combines the traditional Mexican folk song "Dale, Dale, Dale" with an original tune all about swinging at the piņata. What a great choice for the holidays, or celebrations of any kind! With a choice of English or Spanish words and perfectly paired independent melodies, it's sure to be a hit for singers taking their first cracks at harmony.
Arranger: Mary Donnelly | Composer: Traditional Mexican Folk Song | Country: Mexico
This Lovely Mexican folk song can be sung in English, Spanish, or any combination. The singable melody is supported by a guitar-like piano accompaniment. Pronunciation guide included. Authentic Mexican-style SoundTrax.
Arranger: Sally K. Albrecht | Country: Mexico
Your heart will be captured by the loveliest girl as she spins 'round and 'round. This colorful Brazilian folk tune comes from a rhythmic folk dance. A wonderful multicultural selection for young treble choirs! In Portuguese and English. Available separately: 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:15.
Arranger: Lucy Green | Country: Brazil
The text of this Brazilian song and the three counter melodies are full of good humor. The rhythm and melody capture the flavor of this colorful culture, and will have immediate appeal to young singers and to conductors seeking a novelty number.
Arranger: Mary Goetze | Country: Brazil
Here is a sweet carol from the Venezuelan tradition. The text is in Spanish with an easy to read phonetic pronunciation guide. Piano, triangle and claves are provided in the choral score but an expanded instrumentation including flute, oboe, clarinet and string bass will make this a real feature in your Christmas concert.
Arranger: Alejandro Rivas | Country: Venezuela
Here is a bright Venezuelan Villancico in a warm and colorful setting for young voices with piano, flute and percussion. An excellent choice for Christmas or concert, the voice parts are accessible to assure confidence and success! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:50.
Country: Venezuela
The father of bossa nova Antonio Carlos Jobim wrote this song in 1972 which came to be known as the greatest Brazilian composition of all-time. Universal application in the famously descriptive lyrics give this piece its longevity.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Composer: Antonio Carlos Jobim | Country: Brazil
Your singers will enjoy this cheerful Guatemalan song that has a rhythmic bounce and easily learned harmonies. The language is Zutuhil, which is a derivative of the ancient Mayan language from the region. Pronunciation guide included. Duration: ca. 1:25.
Arranger: Fernando Archila | Country: Guatemala
ÁStart the fiesta! with this animated, Latino programming gem about playing drums. The use of small percussion adds to the fun of this lively and spirited folk song from Panama. An optional English text is also provided as a performance option, along with a pronunciation guide for the Spanish. Percussion instruments include: Cowbell, Claves, Maracas, and Conga Drum.
Composer: Victor C. Johnson | Country: Latin America
Al Tribunal de Tu Pecho (For the Court of Your Heart) is No. 5 of the Indianas suite by Carlos Guastavino, which may be performed individually or as a suite.
Country: Argentina
From Jean Berger's Brazilian Psalm, this new arrangement is ideal for all types of ensembles. The exciting vibrancy of South American samba rhythms sets the tone for this buoyant setting. Optional percussion adds to the energy. Available for SATB, SAB and SSA. Performance Time: Approx. 2:45
Arranger: Tom Anderson | Country: Brazil
Amanecer (Dawn) from Visions del llano (Visions of the Plains), a suite of two pieces that expresses the composer's memories of the Venezuelan Plains, represents one of the most magical moments of that part of the world. The music depicts the rising of the sun that warms up everything and awakens the diverse life in the plains. Duration: ca. 5:45.
Arranger: Cristian Grases | Country: Venezuela
Celebrate the joy of having a best friend with this Latin-flavored original that will be super-easy to learn and lots of fun to sing! Back and forth melodic phrases, some simple la, la, la's and optional percussion will add to the enjoyment! Available separately: 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.
Composer: Mary Donnelly | Country: Latin America
Here is a delightful song pairing that will delight every audience and be an excellent concert/festival selection for younger choirs! The folksong comes from Argentina and is sung throughout Mexico, South and Central America. Woven into the arrangement is Estrellita oDondé Estás?, the Spanish version of Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, which may also be sung in English. A great bilingual feature!
Arranger: Emily Crocker | Country: Argentina
Arroz Con Leche is based on a melody that Carlos Guastavino learned from his mother. It is a traditional children's round which is very popular in South America. A few small differences in the words occur in some countries. For instance, in Venezuela it is known as "rice with coconut" instead of with milk.
Country: Argentina
Here is one of the most famous boleros and most sung Mexican song in the world now set in a concert choral arrangement. This arrangement is a regular part of the King's Singers repertoire as well as vocal Essence and the Mexican choir Vox Populi Project. This music is hip and contemporary while staying true to its stylistic heritage.
Arranger: Julio Morales | Composer: Consuelo Velazquez | Country: Mexico
Start a quiet fire with this mellow Latin jazz chart. Lush harmonies and fluid melodic lines are featured to create a great change of pace for any concert. English and Spanish lyrics included. Available: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw Performed By: The Coasters | Country: Latin America
Hot horns and vocals make this Latin standard into an incredible feature for jazz and show choirs. Opportunities for solos and great instrumentals make this chart easy to learn and fun to sing for all types of programming.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford Performed By: The Coasters | Country: Latin America
This great bossa nova classic by the Brazilian artist Joao Gilberto completely captures the flavor of the 1960s. Smooth lines and the jazz infused samba give this setting its special appeal! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm Section parts available digitally (gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:15.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Joo Gilberto | Country: Brazil
Here is the Latin classic from the Big Band era in a contemporary setting by noted jazz educator Paris Rutherford. Rich vocal lines soar above a riviting rhythmic groove.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Country: Brazil
Acclaimed writer Patti Drennan brings a cheerful and delightful piece for your Christmas programming. Regardless if you choose to only use the rhythmic piano accompaniment or to add the optional instrumentation (parts for claves, congas, maracas, and string bass are available separately), the worshippers and singers will not be able to remain still during this joyful proclamation of our Savior's birth!
Composer: Patti Drennan | Country: Brazil
A festive anthem of Christmas praise! Beginning with a simple statement of the main theme from the sopranos, the arrangement soon develops into an exciting and celebrative proclamation. The dynamic contrasts add interest and wonderful surprises. Your choir will enjoy singing this one.
Composer: Benjamin Harlan | Country: Brazil
Cancion con Todos (A Song for All People in the Americas) is a two-part song based on two different rhythms. The first part is calm and recognizes each area of the Americas with characteristic elements such as copper for Chile, sun for Peru, etc. The second part is rhythmic and exultant. It invites all of the Americas' people to sing together as a family. The hope is to develop a mutual understanding among Latin American people and invite them all to sing together in one huge chorus.
Arranger: Cesar Isalla | Composer: Oscar Escalada | Country: Argentina
Candomble is written in a rhythm very close to the tango and the habanera. Some Latin American music has been influenced by or developed from African rhythms, as in this piece. Candomble is a dance from the Rio de la Plata; now it is heard in Uruguay, where they usually play it with drums of different sizes. This dance was known in Argentina, where it was also called Candomble.
Arranger: Oscar Escalada | Composer: Oscar Escalada | Country: Argentina
This multicultural original features two simple Spanish sentences meaning, "Come my friend, sing (and dance) with joy!" Developing singers will enjoy performing with the guitar-inspired piano accompaniment, optional percussion ostinati, or the Latin-flare SoundTrax CD. "Canta con alegría!"
Composer: Victor C. Johnson | Country: Latin America
This arrangement of the traditional Brazilian worship song builds slowly but intensely from a simple, sparse beginning to a fiery final verse. The choral parts are accessible but effective for choirs large and small. Improvised hand percussion can be added easily. An IPA pronunciation guide and a translation for the Spanish text are provided.
Arranger: Roger Bergs | Country: Brazil
Experience the magic of Latin music in this exciting original. Rhythmic lyrics and a hot percussion section propel the music forward to a spectacular finale. Performance time: Approx: 2:10.Available separately: SATB, 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, Instrumental Pak (Trumpet 1 & 2, Tenor Sax, Trombone, Guitar, Bass, Drum Set and Percussion) and ShowTrax CD.
Arranger: John Higgins | Composer: John Jacobson | Country: Latin America
"ĄCantar!" is a stylistically authentic salsa work for choir. The text is a combination of English and simple, repetitive Spanish phrases set to a rhythmically infectious melody. Enjoy this new SSA voicing of Jayis #1 seller! Sizzling!
Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Jay Althouse | Country: Latin America
This vibrant setting of the Cantate Domino text features exciting Brasilian vocal lines over a samba-flavored accompaniment. Dynamic contrasts and call-and-response patterns make this work especially appropriate for developing choirs. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.
Arranger: Roger Emerson | Country: Brazil
A vivacious arrangement of a popular Altiplano Carnival Song and Dance: Sing, Singing Gentlemen! Body percussion infuses even more energy into this SAB voting. Choirs of any age will fall in love with this score instantly!
Country: Argentina
Juan Orrego-Sala, a noted Latin American composer, is Professor Emeritis of Composition and Latin American Music at the Indiana University School of Music. This charming set of Christmas pieces reflects his native country, Chile, not only in the language, but in the characteristic rhythms and harmonies. The second of the three, Alleluya, can be extracted for year-round performance, and, although diminutive in length, deserves a place along side the well-known "Alleluia" by Randall Thompson with whom the composer studied.
Arranger: Mary Goetze | Country: Chile
This multicultural piece hails from Venezuela, homeland to USC choral director, Dr. Cristian Grases. It is a working song about women grinding corn that captures the cultural flavor of the region. Including eurhythmic motions and percussive sounds, the music celebrates the joyful nature and active life of the people. This piece works well for elementary singers to adult treble choirs.
Arranger: Cristian Grases | Country: Venezuela
Invigorating vocal percussion and layered harmonies bring life and energy to this Brazilian children's song that will be an excellent world music addition to concerts in middle school and up. In Portuguese with background information, translation and pronunciation.
Arranger: Will Lopes | Country: Brazil
Caramba (Good Gracious, My Love) is a serenade from Venezuela. The roots of this style come from a Spanish tradition started around the Colonial time when the Spanish came to the Americas (16th-18th centuries). The serenade continued to be quite popular at the beginning of the 20th century. Typically, a young lady, just inside a window of her home, is serenaded by her lover. Fortunately, this is still practiced in some cities where life remains calm!
Arranger: Galindez | Country: Venezuela
Now available for TTBB! This Bolivian folksong is alive with rhythm and movement! Body and vocal percussion give this a cappella setting intensity and drive - a wonderful showcase for mixed choruses in school and community!
Arranger: Will Lopes | Country: Bolivia
With a Portuguese text and rhythms in the popular Brazilian groove known as Capoeira, this song of celebration begins with all voice parts emulating rhythm instruments. If all goes well, a dance just might break out in the auditorium during the performance.
Arranger: Rollo Dilworth | Country: Brazil
Celebrate our nation's diverse cultures by adding this Lois Brownsey and Marti Lunn Lantz Latin original to your next holiday concert. It's a fun way to embrace the diversity that makes our communities rich. Easy to sing!
Arranger: Lois Brownsey | Composer: Marti Lunn Lantz | Country: Mexico
Chanarcito, Chanarcito (A Thorny Bush) is No. 3 of the Indianas suite by Carlos Guastavino, which may be performed individually or as a suite. Carlos Guastavino writes in a romantic-nationalistic style, and even though he does not incorporate folk music, his music is permeated by the Argentine influence.
Country: Argentina
The syncopated rhythm in the piano drives this Brazilian folksong arrangement. English lyrics are included, or use the recorded Portuguese pronunciation guide found on the Performance Part-Learning CD. Part of the Henry Leck Creating Artistry Series. Available separately: 2-Part and Performance Part-Learning CD. Performance time: Approx. 2:50.
Arranger: Brad Green | Country: Brazil
Composer Manny Cepeda's beautiful love song captures the spirit of Mexican culture and is supported by rhythmic motifs in the vocal parts. A percussion and string bass part are available separately.
Composer: Manny Cepeda | Country: Mexico
Beginning with a soft and rubato guitar introduction followed by rich harmonies by the men, this song breaks into a boisterous and rhythmic song in 6/8. Solos are followed by the ensemble and energy is created to the end.
Arranger: Eugene Rogers | Composer: Juan Garcia de Zespedes | Country: Latin America
Dr. Cristian Grases of USC is a native of Argentina. He is the editor of a new series with Gentry called The Choral Music of Latin America and the Caribbean, and it is proving to be a delightful collection of Latin gems. This piece begins with tension and disharmony but breaks into soothing chords, lush and full of consolation. The Latin text honors the noble wood of the cross on which Christ was crucified.
Composer: Cesar Alejandro Carillo | Country: Argentina
Practice your Spanish and have a little fun with this light-hearted novelty piece that's full of tongue-in-cheek humor! The fiery Latin rhythms add spice! Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part. Duration: ca. 2:00.
Composer: John Purifoy | Country: Latin America
The fiery rhythms of South America explode with this exciting showpiece arranged by Martin Ellis for the Indianapolis Children's Choir. Cumana is an island off the coast of Venezuela and this arrangement will take you there in your imagination!Available separately: 3-Part Treble. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.
Arranger: Martin Ellis | Country: Venezuela
Wonderful arrangement of one of Mexico's most famous folk songs. English or Spanish (pronunciation guide included) or a combination of the two.
Arranger: Sonja Poorman | Country: Mexico
Here is the popular Mexican folksong arranged as only John Leavitt could do it. With English and Spanish texts, sparkling vocal parts and a Mariachi-flavored accompaniment with a few rhythmic surprises, you won't be disappointed!Available separately: 3-Part Mixed and 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.
Arranger: John Leavitt | Country: Mexico
Here is a whimsical song of a grandmother who can talk to the birds. Using a popular Brazilian rhythm called chorinho and singing in Portuguese--along with some nonsense words between the grandmother and the birds--here is a wonderful multicultural song with lots of opportunity to teach rhythm, syncopation, language and geography.
Composer: Daisy Fragoso | Country: Brazil
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