Cossacks (from the Turkish word for "adventurers") are military horsemen hailing from historic Russia, and this piece accurately captures their bravado with strong vocal phrases, proud two-part harmonies,
Kuwa Furaha is a song about joy. More specifically, it is about the simple and beautiful way that children have of showing and expressing their joy. Jim Papoulis is well known for his world music
In the traditional spiritual Let Me Fly, the chariot is presented as a symbol of freedom. This creative setting for mixed or treble choirs offers lots of opportunities for musical growth and
This lesser-known poem by 19th-century poet Lura Anna Boies celebrates the inherent artfulness in nature. Simple but effective echo effects in the voices imitate the sound of rippling waters, while
Several American folksongs combine to create a fascinating collage of sound and color in this accessible setting. Accompanied by piano with optional conga and mandolin, the vocal lines are layered, sung
Mark's extremely expressive and emotive arrangement of the beloved American folk song is complemented by beautiful harmonies and a rich accompaniment. The viola adds warmth and intriguing tone color to this
This tender setting of a Native American poem has become a standard in the choral repertoire. With extended legato phrasing, delicate musicality, and a simple piano accompaniment that supports the
The title of this folk-style original refers to a fictional ship named for the real town of Shannon in Western Ireland. Sing the tale of the day she sailed into port, the characters on board, the music that
This #1 hit from 1966 by Simon and Garfunkel offers lots of opportunities for developing choral skills while connecting the generations through music. Your students' parents and grandparents will remember
This traditional canoe song from Polynesia sounds very impressive with handclaps and percussion instruments adding to the choral texture. The echoing voice parts suggest people communicating from canoe to