Here is a vibrant tribute to the beauty and diversity that is the continent of Africa! It sings of the rivers the wonders of nature and the generous people offering thanks and gratitude in a rhythm-driven musical setting thatwill be colorful and impressive to perform. Optional bass and percussion. Available separately: SATB 3-Part Mixed ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:00.

This choral sparkles with rhythmic vitality an easy-to-feel use of mixed meter marvelous contrasts in texture and dynamics and the clever addition of flute and percussion to enhance the crisp piano accompaniment. Outstanding for mixed voices it is now available for your men's choirs! Available: SATB; SAB; TBB; 2-Part; PianoTrax CD.

Recital Music has developed a large exciting and eclectic catalogue of Christmas music for choirs in recent years. Some works are published for the first time others are in new editions and we aim to provide accessible and enjoyable choral music for choirs of all ages and abilities. Enjoy!Shout for the King! is a joyous and vibrant carol for junior choir and piano. It's Latin-American influence has proved popular with choirs and audiences alike and a double bass and percussion can easily be added for extra energy and atmosphere.Chord symbols are included for optional double bass or guitar accompaniment.The composer writes: 'Shout forthe King! was composed one evening in December 2004. At the time I was training as a Primary School teaching assistant and involved in playing the piano for the school's various Christmas musical events and concerts. It was the first time I had written both lyrics and music which both came to me at the same time. I subsequently taught the song to the children in the days which followed which they loved and it was the first time a 'real' composer had written anything for them. A week later it was premiered at the school carol concert with me playing the piano.I have always wanted to write a new and catchy Christmas carol drawing influences from all the familiar ones we know and love every Christmas. I also wanted the melody of the verses and chorus to be catchy and repetitive and would be easy and enjoyable for junior choirs to learn. I have always had a fondness for Latin-American rhythms hence the happy groove which I think add to the appeal!'Born in Cardiff in 1975 and trained in piano and flute at school Jay Mackie studied composition as an undergraduate at Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama from 1997-2000 and completed an MMus gaining a distinction in Composition in 2004.At college Jayson received three scholarship prizes for composing where his Wind Quintet was a featured work at the ISCM's World Music Days

Discovery Level 2-Here's a jaunty setting of the traditional cumulative Irish folksong that uses spoken phrases body percussion and a few surprises to create a fun and clever concert piece for young singers. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:45.

This elegant 12th-century Japanese text is set to original music with respect to the Japanese sound and culture. Ethereal and refined with flute and percussion the singer sings of a wandering stag deep in the mountains steppingthrough crimson leaves of autumn. Available: 3-Part Mixed; 2-Part; StudioTrax CD.

You will love the humor of the American folksong favorite in this foot-stomping rafter-raising rendition. Accompany it with bass fiddle and percussion or the vigorous authentic hoedown-style orchestration. Includes part for soloviolin. Available separately: SATB SAB/3-Part Mixed SSA TTB. Score and parts (perc solo vn vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 2:30.

From a series of “American” mass movements Ron Kean has combined the traditional Latin movements with American hymns or folk songs. The “Gloria” follows this pattern partnering an exuberant originalmelody with “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing.” With festive rhythms and driving percussion this exciting piece is perfect for concert or church. Available for SATB and SSA. Percussion and Brass part also available.

This lively canon-like tune is joyous rhythmic and easy to learn. Ad lib percussion. Available: 3-Part any combination.

With its memorable lyrics this inspirational American Indian prayer will be a stirring addition to any concert. Optional recorder/flute and percussion. Available: 3-Part Mixed.

The hit New Testament anthem for four-part mixed choirs is also available for three-part treble voices! “Talitha Kum!” is bright and rhythmic with wonderful piano and percussion accompaniment and parts available forelectric or string bass. Syncopation and mixed meter add to the excitement of this thrilling piece! Now all choirs can enjoy this dynamic song of adoration and praise. All the people sing! Jesus is the King!

Prayer for Africa-This dignified song by Enoch Mankayi Sontonga (1860-1904) and Sek Mqhayi (1875-1945) is the Pan-African Anthem and is sung throughout the continent. This setting may be sung a cappella or with chimes and layeredpercussion.Available separately: SATB (opt. a cappella) SSA (opt. a cappella) and 3-Part Mixed. Parts for Chimes and Bass Instrument included. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00

This versatile round has words for Christmas Easter or general use. An improvised percussion part may be added in sections A and C. The last eight measures however should be sung unaccompanied._x000D_Easy and fun for youth or adult choirs

(from Through the Eyes of a Child). Through the Eyes of a Child is a song cycle for singers and listeners both young and old. Whimsy and enchantment are reflected in A Girl's Garden (Robert Frost) The Bells (Edgar Allan Poe) and Between Two Hills (Carl Sandburg) as well as in the humor of Polly Wolly Doodle. This American folksong favorite gets a foot-stomping rafter-raising treatment in this unique setting. Polly Wolly Doodle Instrumental Pak has parts for string bass violin and percussion which support the voices in a vigorous and authentic hoedown-style accompaniment. Available: SATB SAB/3-Part Mixed SSA TTB Instrumental Pak ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx.2:30. Through the Eyes of a Child song cycle available: Instrumental Pak (Chamber Orchestra) ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 10:00.

Paul Smith and Michael Godfrey. The classic tale from the mystic East and The Arabian Nights is the basis of this song sequence linked by brief narrations suitable for both class and concert use. The music explores a wide varietyof popular musical styles and is scored for 1-3 part voices and keyboard. There is also the opportunity for some rather unusual audience participation! Parts for one or more percussion instruments included.