The clever lyrics of this upbeat song describe a Chinese dragon with many different feet, a wholehearted affirmation of diversity within a community. Sung predominantly in unison, this song features a syncopated “partner song” finale.
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https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/dragon_dance.mp3 | SA, piano - Choral Score | 2' | ME | SEA-001-03D | Licensed PDF | $1.50 |
I put this song under "Children's Choirs," because it's children who most often sing it, but adults enjoy it, too! (It was originally composed for a whole congregation to sing while a Chinese dragon danced up and down the aisles.) Its engaging jazz harmonies, colorful piano accompaniment, and easy-to-learn countermelody make it a memorable selection for both singers and audiences.
Choir and Congregation of First Unitarian Society / Elizabeth Alexander (Madison, WI) * Premiere
Children's Choir of First Unitarian Church of Ithaca/ Elizabeth Alexander (Ithaca, NY)
Children's Choir of First Unitarian Church of Portland / Mark Slegers (Portland, OR)
Children's Choir of Unitarian-Universalist Church of Fulton / Judi Herz (Fullerton, CA)
Linwood Elementary School Chorus / Kim Kroesch (Saint Paul, MN)
Union Elementary School Chorus / Mattie Banzhaf (Unionville, CT)
Young Naperville Singers Chamber Choir / Angie Johnson (Naperville, IL)
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