CGA1435 Bwana Asifiwe (SATB)
Description
Mark Burrows' best-selling anthem returns in a new voicing for mixed choirs. This fresh, fun arrangement pairs a Swahili melody with the well-known hymn, "Praise to the Lord, the Almighty," and the result is an inspiring anthem of praise. With an upbeat piano accompaniment and optional African percussion suggestions, this piece will delight and energize your adult or youth choir.
Voicing: SATB with piano and optional African percussion
Composer: Traditional Swahili; Joachim Neander, 1650-1680
Arranger: Mark Burrows
Text: Traditional Swahili; Joachim Neander, 1650-1680
Tune: LOBE DEN HERREN
Season: General
Additional Resources:
CGAC1435 Bwana Asifiwe (SATB Accompaniment Track)
CGAC1435e Bwana Asifiwe (SATB Digital Download Accompaniment Track)
CGA1311 Bwana Asifiwe (Unison/two-part)
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