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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.ÿ ÿ ÿ
Arranger: Ken Litton | Composer: Northeast Brazilian Lullaby | Country: Brazil
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
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
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
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: Jo‹o 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Listeners will dig the great Latin groove in this sensational chart from Paris Rutherford. Available: SATB, Instrumental Pak. Performance Time: Approx. 3:25.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | Country: Brazil
Classical Brazilian composer Jose Mauricio Nunes Garcia's lyric and sophisticated writing prevail in this setting of the Latin text Domine tu mihi lavas pedes. Ideal for developing a sense of harmony and ensemble, this well-crafted gem makes an excellent selection for contest or festival events.
Arranger: Michelle Jensen | Composer: José Mauricio Nunes Garcia | Country: Brazil
This slow samba by Brazilian singer/songwriter Djavan is artfully arranged for SATB with soprano solo and rhythm section by jazz educator/arranger Paris Rutherford.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Country: Brazil
This classic bossa nova tune will give a smooth Brazilian flavor to your next jazz or show choir concert. Originally recorded by Sergio Mendez & Brazil '66. Includes Portugese and English lyrics. Available: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:35.
Arranger: Steve Zegree | Composer: Jorge Ben Jor Performed By: Sergio Mendes | Country: Brazil
Often called the George Gershwin of Brazil, Antonio Carlos Jobim added large numbers of songs to the jazz repertoire. He certainly symbolized Brazil in the eyes of the world. Especially known for his bossa nova stylings, this is a tasty arrangement that cannot help but be sung with style. There is divisi for both the men and the women and dissonance and suspensions are abundant making this a great selection for advanced high school, colleges and community choirs looking to add a little style to their concert.
Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Antonio Carlos Jobim Performed By: Antonio Carlos Jobim | Country: Brazil
The fresh sounds and flirtacious spirit of a Brazilian bossa nova will capture your heart in this traditional folksong arranged for treble voices! Perform in Portuguese or English or a combination of both, the final tra-la-la chorus will have your audience singing along! Percussion is included and adds flavor!
Arranger: Lucy Green | Country: Brazil
José Maurício Nunes Garcia was a well-respected 18th-century Brazilian composer. This Gloria comes from a Christmas Eve Mass he wrote in 1811. There has recently been a resurgence of interest in his work, as the world awakens to classical composers outside of Western Europe. This delightful setting of the Liturgical Latin from the Mass is an excellent choice for both church and school choirs.
Arranger: Matheus Cruz | Composer: Jose Maurício Nunes Garcia | Country: Brazil
Nesta Rua is a popular courting ballad, arranged and performed by many Brazilian artists and musicians. The shape of the plaintive melody reflects the sweet agony of a first love and the fresh bossa nova sounds will capture your heart!
Arranger: Lucy Green | Country: Brazil
The smooth sounds of Brazilian jazz great Antonio Carlos Jobim are set here in a sensational chart by Paris Rutherford featuring the English lyrics by Jon Hendricks and Jessie Cavanaugh. Available separately: SATB, SAB, Instrumental Pak (includes parts for Tenor Saxophone, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Percussion and Piano) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:10.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Country: Brazil
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.
Arranger: Stephen Hatfield | Country: Brazil
Your young singers will enjoy recreating the language, rhythm and music of this traditional song popular in both Portugal and Brazil. Easily learned, it tells the story of an older sibling trying to get their baby brother to go to sleep.
Arranger: Daisy Fragoso | Country: Brazil
The smooth sounds of Brazilian jazz great Antonio Carlos Jobim are set here in a sensational Discovery Jazz chart. This song topped the charts in 1963 and will be an excellent selection for young singers to develop a feel for bossa nova style! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.
Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Antonio Carlos Jobim | Country: Brazil
This samba standard absolutely sparkles with cheerful rhythm! Perfect for high school singers and up with plenty of solo opportunities, you'll work your diction skills and dazzle your audience.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Composer: Antonio Carlos Jobim | Country: Brazil
Meaning lollipop, Pirulito is a traditional children's song from Brazil. The Portuguese text is simple to learn and fun to sing along with the addition of the percussion included in the choral. A great multicultural selection for 2-part choirs.
Arranger: Mark Burrows | Country: Brazil
Infuse your concert program with music of the world with this vibrant setting of a Brazilian playground song. The lyrics in Portuguese are easily learned and playful, translating as Who taught you how to swim? Was it the little fishes from the sea, sailorman?
Arranger: Daisy Fragoso | Country: Brazil
From the pen of the great Brazilian songwriter Antonio Carlos Jobim comes this treasured jazz favorite now in an updated setting.Available separately: SATB, ePak(R) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 5:10.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Country: Brazil
Exciting samba rhythms will bring life and energy to a variety of concert and worship programs with this vibrant Sanctus setting in Spanish. Your treble choirs will build important rhythm skills with this fresh, contemporary work.
Composer: Ken Berg | Country: Brazil
The word samba comes from a Brazilian rhythm and dance and the word lele is an expression of excitement. Expressing an invitation to dance the samba, Will Lopes arranged the folk song for unaccompanied SATB chorus with divisi. Difficulty level: Medium Middle School, High School or Easy Adult.
Arranger: Will Lopes | Country: Brazil
A smooth yet driving Jimmy Heath samba with soli opening that leads to a soprano solo, then alternates group vocals with solo breaks, a vocal percussion section and drum solo. Packed with fun and lots of audience appeal.
Arranger: Darmon Meader Performed By: New York Voices | Country: Brazil
The smooth sounds of the samba shimmer in this well-crafted setting of the classic song that maintains its popularity even today. Great for developing style and blend as well as being an excellent introduction to the culture of Brazil!
Arranger: Roger Emerson | Country: Brazil
The smooth sounds of sixties bossa nova shimmer in this warm setting of the classic song that maintains its popularity even today. Great for developing style and blend! Available separately: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:50.
Arranger: Steve Zegree | Country: Brazil
It started with the Mambo when when I was only 5...Rhumba, samba, tango, the rhythms of Brazil... Kirby Shaw celebrates the music known as Latin in this hot new original. Add the ShowTrax CD or a live band to put this one over the top!Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak and ShowTrax CD. Instrumental Pak included parts for Trumpet 1 & 2, Tenor Sax, Trombone, Guitar, Bass and Drums. Performance Time: Approx. 3:10.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Country: Brazil
The legendary Brazilian composer Antonio Jobim's most famous song in a memorable setting. Also available: Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:55.
Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Country: Brazil
Brazilian composer, pianist, songwriter, arranger and singer Antonio Carlos Jobim has given us many great songs but none more popular than this. As one of the most recorded songs of all time, this new arrangement in a Samba style is a wonderful introduction to this important composer, this important style and this popular song. Accompanied by a rhythm section, their parts are written out to clearly give your players--young or old--a solid foundation in this Latin style. The vocal harmonies are not too dense and will be quickly learned giving your singers an excellent opportunity to explore the style.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Composer: Antonio Carlos Jobim Performed By: Antonio Carlos Jobim | Country: Brazil
This choral journey begins with a tender chorale, and soon sets out for Brazil. Accessible and exciting, The Long Path will have your choir smiling, singing, and dancing in no time. Optional percussion parts available for free download at www.shawneepress.com/bin/TheLongPathPercussion.pdf.
Composer: Greg Jasperse | Country: Brazil
Turn up the heat with this dynamic dance number! Kirby Shaw fans the flames in this spicy Latin original. Available: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:45.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Country: Brazil
The music of Brazilian composer Antonio Carlos Jobim is the ultimate in sophistication and style. Set over a smooth bossa nova groove, this arrangement will challenge and inspire your singers. Available separately: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm Section parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:00.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Country: Brazil
No nation better represents the mixing of "world" music than Brazil, and the pure harmonies and silky melodies of its pop music have never gone out of style. Jay Althouse recreates this Brazilian feel with Uma Familia ("We are one family"). The text, which reminds us "we are all one great family, one people," is in English with a single phrase in Portuguese. It's fresh, timely, and a joy to sing. And the "world music" sounding SoundTrax captures the joy that is Brazil. A cross-cultural gem.
Composer: Jay Althouse | Country: Brazil
Here is a wonderful arrangement of a Brazilian folksong for young singers. Set in a steady samba style, it tells a gentle and teasing story about two lovers. Includes Portugese and English lyrics.Available separately: 2-Part and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30
Arranger: Lucy Green | Country: Brazil
From Antonio Carlos Jobim's 1967 album of the same name, this is one of his most memorable songs, a bossa nova with an enchanting mixture of major and modal harmonies and warm, expressive lyrics. This accessible setting will showcase your ensemble and create a special concert moment. Available separately: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 4:00.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Country: Brazil
This original samba is wonderfully singable, especially with young voices. It soars! Available: 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.
Arranger: Jack Noble White | Country: Brazil
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