Folksongs Choral Music

A popular Irish folk song with a tragic story is set for tenor-bass choirs in this beautiful arrangement. Featuring a tenor soloist and full, lush harmonies for the whole choir, this offers opportunities to

Feature a few soloists in this rhythmic a cappella setting of an 18th-century sea shanty that your tenor-bass choirs will love! Its historical use as a working song for short bursts of energy is evident in

The opening of this setting of the traditional Irish ballad paints a picture of the Irish mountainside through the use of sustained lines and subtle echoes. Intertwining vocal lines and intuitive part

Voctave's rendition of this lullaby from the album Goodnight, My Someone is a masterclass in choral artistry. The arrangement is a breathtaking transformation of a familiar tune into a celestial tapestry of

As created for Disney's Voices of Liberty, this a cappella vocal jazz concert setting of the traditional English folk song combines a beautiful, timeless text with harmonies that strike a perfect balance

Arranged for a cappella tenor-bass voices, this traditional sea shanty uses a baritone soloist to tell the woes of being on a ship and a choral response telling the sailor to "leave her." Perfect for high

Experience a compelling arrangement of classic Americana. This captivating rendition promises an unforgettable musical journey, perfect for school and collegiate choirs seeking timeless elegance.

A classic Robert Burns text combines with an old Scottish tune in this accessible a cappella offering for tenor-bass choirs. With a gentle lilt, crisp diction, and traditional harmonies, this arrangement is

An accessible setting of the traditional Irish tune, this a cappella arrangement is warm and inviting, serving as the perfect closer for a performance.

A veteran seafarer gives advice to a young new recruit in this traditional Scottish sea shanty. This robust arrangement possesses solid harmonies and is eminently singable and fun, similar to the style of

The magical pairing of Patrick Kavanagh's poem On Raglan Road with the air of the old Irish folksong The Dawning of the Day resulted in what is now regarded as one of Ireland's most

This lighthearted concert work is a fresh take on a folk song, newly composed, but feels awfully familiar! The catchy melody and open harmonies hearken back to traditional American folk songs, but the final

This witty setting seeks to answer the age-old question, what shall we do with that drunken sailor, anyway? For unaccompanied divisi chorus - with plenty of rhythmic activity, complementary vocal

This classic arrangement was originally scored for mixed voices and is now available for treble choirs! Jazz harmonies are found throughout this lovely a cappella setting which is full of opportunities to

This striking a cappella setting is a perfect fit for advanced concert choirs, a cappella groups, and vocal jazz ensembles at the high school, university, and community levels. Made famous by Simon and

For tenor-bass choirs, this skillful a cappella setting of a traditional Scottish folk song is an excellent choice for concert and festival use. Thoughtful consideration is given to range and tessitura,

Stephen Foster's tender folk song has been crafted into a beautiful a cappella choral arrangement with close jazz harmonies and varied textures. There are opportunities for solos and duets, and the

Beginning with a railroad engine building up steam and the happy sound of the whistle, this medley of American folk tunes about the railroad ends with the train arriving at the station. A signature

This traditional Cornish May Day song sings like a madrigal in this pristine a cappella arrangement. The quick tempo allows for a light and energetic style of singing which is briefly contrasted in the

"Hushabye, don't you cry. Go to sleep, my little baby." This beloved folk lullaby is given a smooth a cappella setting with rich divisi and contemporary choral elements and background vocables. Choirs will

The traditional Irish folk song is wrapped in a gorgeous eight-part a cappella setting with expanded harmonies. The flowing, memorable melody is surrounded with lilting motives and an elegant harmonization

The classic text by Robert Burns is given a fresh, lush, and accessible treatment in this skillful setting. Inspired by folk singing, each voice part takes its turn at the melody, threaded together with a

Partly in Scots Gaelic, partly in English, this Scottish tune is great fun for tenor-bass choirs! The title translates to "A Small Drink at the Door." A cappella, with plentiful unison lines and traditional

Set in Shaker harmony style, this is a great contribution to an Earth Day celebration. The voice-leading is both accessible and interesting for the singers as well as listeners, and the lyrics speak to our