Mara Marakaya

An energetic show-piece for youth choirs, with the composer’s trademark phonetic text to be sung in a ‘tribal’ manner, and some foot-stamping adding to the effect. This harsh fashion contrasts with the calmer passages throughout the piece.

The accompaniment is for piano (four hands) and optional percussion, but it may be performed with a single pianist, in which case the piano part in the vocal score should be used. (Alternative accompaniment for piano duet and optional percussion is available on hire).