Singers of United Lands (SOUL) Repertoire - so far...

Here is what we will be singing on February 25 (there may be some additions along the way...)

Multicultural (Israeli, Native American, Negro Spiritual): Many Faces, One Song SATB/SSA/piano/narration (Caldwell & Ivory)
Many Faces, One Song fuses elements from different cultures to point singers and audiences toward a path of peaceful co-existence.
Shalom Chaverim is a well-known Hebrew song of peace.
E-hung-a is a peace chant from the Ojibwa nation. Often referred to as Chippewas in the United States, the Ojibwa represent one of the largest native cultures in North America. Originally, they occupied the northern Midwest in the United States (Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan) and Ontario, Manitoba and Saskatchewan in southern Canada. We have not found a literal translation of the text, only vague information claiming that the song was used during peace ceremonies.
Children, Don’t Get Weary is often sung in various choral arrangements under the title Keep Your Lamps Trimmed and Burning. We have chosen to retain the form and title traditionally used on the sea islands located off the coast of South Carolina and Georgia.

French Canadian: Ah si mon moine voulait danser SSA/piano/spoons? (Donald Patriquin)
Lively and fun folk song.

Zambian: Bonse Aba SAB/perc (Victor C. Johnson)
Sizzling with celebratory rhythmic energy, this African folksong loosely translates: "Those who sing have the right to be called the children of God." The only accompanying instruments are hand drum (treble drum), djembe (bass drum), and shaker, which add authentic flavor and opportunities for improvisation. The vocal parts are easily learned due their repetition and call-and-response style. Highly recommended!

Colombian: Juego a Que me Quemo SATB/guitar? perc? (Julian Gomez Giraldo)
Based on a Colombian folksong, this irresistible setting is full of rhythm and playful humor! A spark, a flame, let's see if I get burned. A spark, a flame, I am burned already." In Spanish, with notes and English translation.
Australian: River of Love SATB/piano (Kate Sadler)
Original piece by a teacher of SOUL singer Patrick

American: Down by the Riverside SATB/audience/piano (John Rutter)