SKU: LO.15-3797H

ISBN 9780787771997.

This authentic arrangement of a traditional Zulu folk song captures the vibrancy and celebratory spirit of the original text. Frequent repetition and accessible harmonic lines broaden the appeal of this exciting choral experience. Included are notes from the arranger that share performance/background material as well as pronunciation guidance. A natural selection to incorporate riser choreography!

SKU: WD.080689150333

UPC: 080689150333.

This native Christian hymn, arranged for combined Adult and Children's choirs, will bring diversity, spirit, and beautiful harmony to your Christmas repertoire! A piece written in the traditional dialect of the Zulu people, a Bantu tribe in Southern Africa, Nkosi Jesu is an ethnic praise song that gives praise and thanks to our Lord. Nkosi Jesu... King Jesus, we thank You!

SKU: GI.WW1843

UPC: 785147029069. IsiZulu. Text Source: Traditional isiZulu.

Bonk'apaphable is a tremendously fun arrangement by South African musicicians Michael Barrett and Mbuso Ndlovu. This celebratory isiZulu song is a quick learn that will pay dividends for audiences and choirs! Add percussion, clapping, and ululations to make the most of this work. Recording is SATB version.

SKU: GI.WW1872

UPC: 785147032267. IsiZulu, Sesotho. Text Source: Traditional isiZulu and Sesotho.

Makabongwe uJehova uses both isiZulu and Sesotho languages from South Africa and speaks of the hope that can be found in God. Alto and tenor solos add great depth and interest to this largely traditional arrangement. Moving and dynamic.

SKU: GI.WW1946

UPC: 785147042167. Sesotho and IsiZulu. Text Source: Traditional SeSotho and IsiZulu.

This traditional South African song is typically sung by a choir or a group of winners in a competition. It is a bragging song that says when we sing like this we have no mercy and no grace! Add percussion and ululations for an authentic South African sound.

SKU: AP.6-420698

ISBN 9780486420691. English.

In addition to their intrinsic entertainment value, these authentic regional singings and sayings offer significant insights into African lives and customs. Recorded in the early twentieth century, this compilation features folklore from the Ndau tribe of Portuguese East Africa and the Zulus of South Africa: songs celebrating the rain, labor chants, dances and laments, as well as songs of war, meditation, and love. Extensive commentary, metrical and literal translations, and notes on pronunciation provided by the editor, one of the world's foremost ethnomusicologists. A splendid introduction to the rich and varied musical and folkloric tradition of Africa, this volume offers a fine resource for music students and all enthusiasts of African culture. Unabridged reprint of the classic 1921 edition. 10 black-and-white illustrations.