Michael Barrett

This highly dramatic traditional African song was arranged by two South African composers, both experts in this genre of music. The ethnic flavor is palpable as the treble voices carry the melody and...

These two Sesotho songs fit beautifully together with sacred texts and call and response techniques. This is a gentle song of praise that will be a dynamic addition to your concert program.

Here is another fantastic South African arrangement from Barrett and Schmitt! Modimo is a song of praise and celebration. Improvised percussion and a traditional Sesotho melody make for a grounded and...

This collection of fifteen songs from South Africa is a companion to the popular album from the University of Pretoria Camerata, Indodana. Hit arrangements by Michael Barrett, Mbuso Ndlovu, and Ralf S...

This new choral is a very distinctive take on a classic hymn. Infusing the enduring hymn, God Will Take Care of You with the newer chorus, God Is So Good, this anthem refreshes the spirit as you sing...

This beautiful Xhosa prayer has been set with care by Michael Barrett and Ralf Schmitt. The flowing vocal lines are achievable by a variety of levels, while the addition of the two soloists adds great...

This traditional Zulu song about God's mercy has been expertly arranged here by South African composer Sizwe Mondlane. This arrangement was premiered by the University of Pretoria TUKS Camerata.

Swilo Yini is a traditional Tsonga song from South Africa that is linked to the sinking of a steamship which carried black South African troops to fight against the Germans during World War I. The sto...

This isiZulu song is a reimagining of the popular traditional Tshwane church song Ke na le modisa, meaning "God of Strength." A slow and symbolic opening followed by an uptempo section with the additi...

Uses: General, Thanksgiving This very joyful Thanksgiving piece incorporates the hymn For the Beauty of the Earth and juxtaposes it with a rhythmic original tune that will jump off the page and into y...

Uses: General, Thanksgiving Scripture: Jeremiah 10:12-13; Psalm 104 There is immediacy to the music of this euphoric song of praise and thanksgiving. All of creation has a voice and lifts its praise t...