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Furaha!: 2-Part Choral Octavo

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Furaha!: 2-Part Choral Octavo

Furaha!: 2-Part Choral Octavo

(Joy! -- Swahili)

Words and music by Sally K. Albrecht

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This rhythmic African-style number is joyous from beginning to end! Use it for general concerts, or consider it for Christmas/Kwanzaa celebrations. The text alternates between English and Swahili. "We wish you joy each and every day." Featured on the "Hooray for Hollywood!" movement DVD #28868.

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 12
UPC: 038081311364
SKU: 00-28592

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About the Composer: Sally K. Albrecht

Sally K. Albrecht

Sally K. Albrecht has shaped American choral music for over three decades, first as Director of School Choral, Vocal, and Elementary Publications at Alfred Music and beyond, and as a conducting clinician regularly invited to lead honor choirs at major venues including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and The Kennedy Center. Since 1987, she has been a consistent recipient of the ASCAP Special Music Award, with more than 600 choral publications and 75 larger works for stage in active circulation.

Albrecht's training spans both music and theater: she earned a B.A. in Music and Theater from Rollins College (1976), followed by an M.A. in Drama from the University of Miami (1977) and an M.M. in Accompanying from the same institution (1979). Her distinctive voice as a composer reflects this dual foundation, particularly in her signature approach to integrating movement and staging into choral works. In 2021, she received the Distinguished Alumna Award from both Rollins College and the University of Miami Frost School of Music.

Why we love this

Albrecht's gift for writing rhythmic, accessible music that genuinely energizes singers shines throughout this piece. The bilingual text and African musical idiom open doors for meaningful cultural conversations without sacrificing the sheer fun that makes students want to sing it.

What to expect

From the opening moment, this piece radiates warmth and celebration. The rhythmic energy and call-and-response feel invite singers into a communal experience, while the alternation between English and Swahili creates a sense of connection and discovery, building infectious joy that's genuinely contagious for both performers and audience.

Who it's for

This works beautifully for middle school and high school choirs seeking accessible two-part repertoire with real style and cultural substance. It's equally at home in general concert programming and holiday contexts, and it engages singers who thrive on rhythm and movement rather than complex harmony.

How to get the most out of it

  • Keep the rhythm section locked and buoyant; let the percussion and bass lines drive the groove rather than sit behind the voices.
  • Lean into the Swahili syllables with clear diction and rhythmic precision to honor the language and maintain the piece's infectious momentum.
  • Use the optional movement and staging to amplify the joy; even simple gestures synchronized to the ensemble transform this from a good performance into a memorable one.
  • Record a quick rehearsal run-through to hear how the two parts blend; balance is essential at this level, and singers often gain confidence hearing themselves in context.

How to use it

Open a winter concert with this to set an uplifting tone, or anchor a Kwanzaa or multicultural celebration with its inclusive spirit. Its compact length and two-part voicing make it ideal for a mixed-level ensemble that wants impact without overextending young singers.

Skills your students will build

  • Rhythmic precision in African-influenced meters and syncopation
  • Diction and pronunciation of Swahili text
  • Part independence in two-part singing
  • Integration of movement with ensemble singing
  • Blending and balance in a homophonic texture

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