Juan Orrego-Sala, a noted Latin American composer, is Professor Emeritis of Composition and Latin American Music at the Indiana University School of Music. This charming set of Christmas pieces reflects his native country, Chile, not only in the language, but in the characteristic rhythms and harmonies. The second of the three, Alleluya, can be extracted for year-round performance, and, although diminutive in length, deserves a place along side the well-known "Alleluia" by Randall Thompson with whom the composer studied.

Arranger: Mary Goetze | Country: Chile

The meandering path of a river as it winds to the sea and the long journey to see one's love are intertwined in this bright Chilean folksong setting by Audrey Snyder. Well-crafted vocal parts are a joy to sing and the Latin-flavored piano accompaniment adds charm. Spanish and English lyrics included.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed and 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 2:20.

Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Country: Chile