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Nkosi Sikelel’ iAfrika (Lord Bless Africa)
Originally written by Sontonga in 1897, this was later adapted and became the South African national anthem.
Dona, Dona
A traditional South American song. ‘Dona’ means lady or sweetheart.
A New Moment
A Brazilian song written to celebrate the opening of a new small industry in a poor and isolated village. By Cardosa & Co.
Adiemus
One of Karl Jenkins’ ‘Songs of Sanctuary’, a mixture of classical and tribal sounds.
What’s the Use of Wings?
A lesson for us all from Brian Bedford, about letting people go and achieve their full potential.
Rain Dance
We have discovered that this piece by Karl Jenkins is a very effective. That is, whenever we sing it, it rains!
Amazing Grace
unity’s unique version of this traditional hymn. Soloists: Angie Sprawson, Kirsty Townend.
Vanomirira (Those Who Wait)
A lively hymn from Zimbabwe (Shona). Lead voice: Kirsty Townend.
I Cry Out for Liberty
Written and performed by the relations of those who ‘disappeared’ under the Pinochet dictatorship in Chile in the 1970s and 1980s.
Thula Sizwe (Be Silent, Nation)
A South African chant proclaiming freedom and justice. Lead voice: Helen Worthington.
Herald of the Spring
Words by unity member Christine Tillson, and set to a traditional tune, this tells the anecdote of our village with the story of the Marsden Cuckoo. Soloist: Alison Whitehead
Hamba Vangeli (Spread the Word)
A South African traditional Zulu song expressing a political as well as a religious message.
Only You
A pop hit by V. Clarke from the 60s, and again in the 80s - it’s due for a revival!
Guitars: Malcolm Payne, Helen Worthington.
Djembe: Vashti MacLachlan.
Recorders: Helen Worthington, Angie Sprawson.
Percussion: Annette Dilai, Janet Mellors, Anne Shaw, Kirsty Townend, Alison Whitehead.
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