Aejlies which means ?Holy? was originally composed as part of a commissioned work for the Sámi church festival in Norway in 2013. The theme for the festival was ?Holy Ground! Holy World? referring to the understanding among our Sámi ancestors as well as other indigenous groups that the land we are living on - Mother Earth - is Holy and should be treated with respect and honour. The theme is also inspired by the biblical words ?Take your sandals off your fee for the place where you are standing is holy ground!? (Exodus 3 5) which resonates with how indigenous traditions relate to nature.Only one word is sung in this work which takes inspiration from the Sámiyoik tradition where one often only uses very few words in combination with so called yoik syllables. These syllables have no linguistic meaning but are an important part of this ancient vocal tradition allowing the human voice to describe something without the limitations words and language sometimes have.

Uses: General All Saints Day ConcertScripture: Revelation 21:2; Ezra 1:1-4Beginning with the languid strains of a stunning low voice solo and incorporating the traditional spiritual “CityCalled Heaven ” this compelling anthem is a mixture of styles. The stately opening surrenders to a jazzy theme that is contagious in its “vibe” using the words almost as a rhythm instrument. The solo returns withchoral backup and the anthem ends with soulful exclamations celebrating the hope of heaven. Now available in three voicing options! Available separately: SATB TTBB SSAA Rhythm Pack (Guitar Bass Drums) StudioTrax CD(Accompaniment Split-Trax Performance) Orchestration (Score & parts for Flute 1&2 Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Trumpets 1-3 Trombone 1&2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Drum Set Piano Violin 1&2 Violin Cello Double Bass).Duration: ca. 3:14.

From Pitch Perfect 3-This Grammy award winning ?Dance Pop? song originally sung by Britney Spears has been called ?the one song moviegoers will be humming on their way out Pitch Perfect 3.? In this exciting arrangement for the Bellas the strings and guitar lines from the original are all covered by the vocals. This is an impressive offering for the women in your program.