From the new Henry Leck Creating Artistry Series, SONGS OF THE PACIFIC RIM, this three part treble arrangement of the familiar Hawaiian farewell song, Aloha 'Oe may be sung unison, two part or three parts. Traditionally, this song is sung at the ending of gatherings and special occasions a cappella. Performance Time: Approx. 2:25.

Arranger: Wanda Gereben

This energetic Japanese folksong evokes the sound of sails being raised and sings about the Kompira shrine to the god of sailors at the top of Mount Zozu. With flute and Taiko (or any other) drum. Includes parts for flute and taiko drum. Duration: ca. 3:00

Arranger: Martin Ellis

This is one of hundreds of songs composed by Queen Lili'uokalani, last of the ruling monarchs of the Hawaiian Kingdom. This song demonstrates her poetic skills in which romantic love, love of nature and love of the land are happily entwined. This setting was written for the popular Pacific Rim Choral Festival which takes place in Hawaii each summer.

Arranger: Nola Nahulu

Premiered at the 2001 Pacific Rim Choral Festival, this famous Chinese melody was written by the 19th century blind musician Ah Bing. This arrangement by Leon Shiu-wai Tong features traditional Chinese instruments (which could be performed on mandolin and violin) and the beautiful wordless vocal harmonies of this treasured work.

Arranger: Leon Shiu-wai Tong