Sumaq Ñawicha/Ojos Bonitos (arr. Miguel Pesce): SATB Divisi Choral Octavo

Gentle and introspective, with a folk sensibility that feels both intimate and spacious. The Quechua language lends the piece an authentic regional character while the arrangement's harmonic language creates moments of unexpected tenderness.

Concert and festival choirs seeking repertoire that expands their cultural and harmonic vocabulary without demanding extensive technical training. The divisi writing makes it accessible to developing singers while remaining engaging for more advanced ensembles.

• Balance the divisi passages by having singers mark their individual line before rehearsal; this prevents the middle voices from disappearing when the choir expands
• Draw out the text's meaning by shaping phrases around natural Spanish speech patterns rather than forcing them into square musical phrases
• Let the harmonic shifts breathe. These moments often carry the emotional weight, so resist the urge to rush through transitions between sections

Pair this with other Latin American or Indigenous repertoire to build a thematic concert segment, or use it as a strategic programming choice to showcase your choir's versatility and cultural awareness. Its moderate length makes it ideal for festival competitions or community concerts.

• Singing in Spanish and Quechua with authentic language phrasing
• Reading divisi voicing and maintaining individual line integrity
• Blending in expanded harmonic textures
• Interpreting text with cultural sensitivity and musicality