This unique offering uses images of creation to describe the eternal qualities of God. Inspired by African folk idioms, the “call and response” form, along with native percussion, completes the package, making this a truly unforgettable worship offering. May be sung a cappella, if desired. Parts for Bass and Percussion available as a digital download.
African Canticle (Kuimba Sifa Kwa Mungu)
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Voicing
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Catalog No.
9781540006660
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African Canticle
Overall rating
5.0
Choral Integrity
5.0
Textual Quality
5.0
Teachability
5.0
Audience Response
5.0
Rich harmonies and the call/response style that is true to the African heritage, this piece in both Swahili and English will be a joy to teach and for your choir to perform. Be sure to add the instruments called-for so you find yourself totally immersed in the culture of this piece.
Done well, this piece will have your audience on their feet.
Done well, this piece will have your audience on their feet.
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Destined to be a favorite of this decade! Rich harmonies and the call/response style that is true to the African heritage.
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Sandi Parks
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