Folk Tunes Concert Band Music

This beautiful and frequently performed lullaby is thought to be of African American origin. This delicate and lush setting for concert band will stretch and showcase your ensemble's... view details

Three popular American hymns - Cleansing Fountain; Amazing Grace and Come, Thou Fount - explore the wide range of the concert band's capabilities and incorporate some fresh and

This delightful arrangement revisits three famous songs from American folk literature: Arkansas Traveler; Sweet Betsy from Pike and a rousing version of Turkey in the Straw. This

Based on traditional tunes dating back hundreds of years, this masterful rhapsodic setting utilizes a wide variety of styles and moods. Taking the listener on a dramatic and emotional journey, the featured

Originally scored for tuba/euphonium quartet, this work has been adapted for four-part flexible winds with optional percussion and is playable by any combination of instruments in the ensemble. It is based

Written by British composer George Butterworth in 1913, this classic work is based on two folk songs: The Banks of Green Willow and Green Bushes, the latter also appearing in works by

Take a trip to the English countryside in early spring. This arrangement of the traditional English folk song is scored to sound full with minimal preparation time. A nice easy addition to your next concert

Masterfully scored for wind band, this traditional Irish tune also includes references to the folk dance The Blackbird. Dignified and proud, this setting uses a number of authentic percussion

Based on the idioms of traditional Irish music, this fanfare for band celebrates the turn of the millennium in the year 2000. To highlight this momentous event, the Irish themes morph into something

The technical capabilities of the woodwinds are on full display in this fun, lively, and jaunty setting of the treasured Irish hymn. Expertly scored to capture that authentic Irish sound, this work is an

Continuing the popular series of Celtic Air and Dance settings, this work for second-year players opens with the tender Irish ballad Ned of the Hill. The dance segment that follows

Music has the power to help us heal after the loss of loved ones. Here the beloved traditional Scottish ballad The Parting Glass is combined with an original melody to create a beautifully paced

The memorable old Irish jig called Road to Lisdoonvarna is the subject of this lively young band piece. A simple statement of the melody opens, gradually builds to the sprightly middle section as

An excellent modern retelling of a Renaissance classic. Lots of exquisite colors and plenty of technique to go around. This multi-movement work presents a brass tacet woodwind feature in mvt. 2 and a

A salute to the musical culture of the Mississippi Delta region. A soulful opening chorale becomes a high-steppin' hoe-down before transitioning to a slow, bluesy swing, then it closes out with more

Add a little Irish cheer to your next holiday! This medley is well scored for developing bands, with all instruments actively engaged. A lovely flute solo will make the perfect showcase for your star

This famous Dublin street ballad is a rollicking good time! The fast, rhythmic nature of this arrangement and great orchestration will make this a perfect addition to your concert program. This is