The tragic events of the 2009 Haitian earthquake devastated the lives of many children in that country. Beyond a Dream incorporates the lovely Haitian lullaby Fais do do with Jill's original music to create a heartfelt message of hope for the future of the Haitian people and allmankind. Available separately: 2-Part, PianoTrax CD (35027473). Duration: ca. 2:23.

Arranger: Jill Gallina | Country: Haiti

Five delightful and accessible folksongs with French lyrics are to be sung together as a set any choir would enjoy singing these!1. Ti zuazo (Little Bird): A little bird, on her way to Mrs. Lal's house, warns the children not to go there because Mrs. Lalo may try to eat them. However, the song is quite playful because the nightingale eats only fruit.2. Muen soti nan vil Leogan (I Come from the Town of Leogane): This slow, soft song tells how the singer hears that his mama is sick. He is sad that he cannot be at her bedside.3. Feill oh (Leaves, Oh!): The singer hopes that a good healer will be able to save a sick little boy. The words are repeated rhythmically as part of the healing charm.4. Dodo Titit (Sleep, Little Child): The child must fall asleep before a crab comes. The second verse tells that the child's parents are away at the river.5. Frere Jacques Kilik Kilik: Brother John, are you sleeping? The little bells are ringing. Kilik, kilik, give me a piece of banana; give

Arranger: Electo Silva | Country: Haiti

This Haitian folk carol is in the style of a Merengue and will give your concert Caribbean sparkle! A pronunciation guide is provided for the Creole lyrics and English lyrics are also included.

Arranger: Felix Baptiste | Country: Haiti

This piece features Haitian rhythms and challenging harmonies. The treble setting uses a text about harmonizing life's activities - dance being one. A great festival or concert piece for developing choirs well worth the preparation efforts. While sung in Haitian Creole, it has an English translation and IPA transcription. Audio pronunciation guide and practice tracks are posted by the composer at https://sydneyguillaume.com/practice-tracks/

Composer: Sydney Guillaume | Country: Haiti

A rhythmically strong work with a compelling text bringing a Haitian troubadour's heartfelt cry for "Mama Afrika." Perfect for competition and festival. Requires a large choir with divisi capacity.ÊJo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series.

Composer: Sydney Guillaume | Country: Haiti

A colorful arrangement of folk music from Haiti. Lots of fun rhythms and sounds keep this piece going in a steady beat, with drums and easy percussion. The music allows for movement and theatrical effects. Sung in Haitian, it has frequent repetitions of text and music, making it easier than it sounds! Duration: ca. 5:00.

Arranger: Sten Källman | Country: Haiti

Sun child, moon child, Earth child - God's child we all can be ... This gentle Haitian song celebrates the beauty of all God's creatures. A wonderful showcase for your singers and world drumming group!Available separately: 4-Part Any Combination and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:40.

Arranger: Will Schmid | Country: Haiti

Following last year's "Peze Kafe," this popular folk melody depicting the hope of change for Haiti builds from the two-part solo start to a rhythmic performance in Haitian Creole with fun percussion. With repeated text throughout and an easy pronunciation guide in the octavo, this will be a favorite for your choir! Duration: ca. 4:30.

Arranger: Sten Kallman | Country: Haiti

One of the most important pop songs of all time, this award-winning classic brought together some of the biggest names in the recording industry at that time for famine relief. Now, for the 25th Anniversary of the song, the recording industry's biggest new stars have come together to raise funds for Haiti. This will be a powerful and inspirational message for our time! This carefully crafted arrangement allows choirs to perform this with or without the new rap section - the ShowTrax CD includes accompaniment tracks for both options. Available separately: SATB, 3-Part Mixed, SSA, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 5:00.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Country: Haiti

Haitian-born Sydney Guillaume honors his roots in this spectacular piece set to a poem by his father. The title means "Wow," and its theme translates as "Life is beautiful when we love one another." Fast moving and highly rhythmic, this composition is a sure-fire winner.

Arranger: Sydney Guillaume | Country: Haiti

Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies) | SBMP925