Folksongs Choral Music

Aldous Huxley's tongue-in-cheek poem Flowers is set to a folk-like tune that employs jaunty rhythms, an optional violin obbligato, and simple body percussion. This delightful two-part treble piece

Written to emulate a hoedown style, this original tune is a fun, energetic song for choirs of all levels and abilities. For a yee-haw good time, add the optional body percussion and instrumental breaks

Your singers will love jumping into this fun, jaunty rendering of a beloved American folk song. Lively interplay between voice parts and engaging handclaps keep things moving.

Written and composed in 1848, this Shaker tune was almost unknown until Aaron Copland used the melody in his ballet "Appalachian Spring" in 1944. Since then, it has become very popular and appears in many

One of earliest known American ballads, this folk song sings of Timothy Myrick, who died of a poisonous snake bite. While the original take was heartfelt, it has evolved to become a more comedic and

Set in a lively compound meter, this traditional Irish folk song expresses the cheerful optimism of a budding relationship. The Irish text is easy to learn and the melody is memorable, making this song

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

Combining Simple Gifts and the Going Home theme from Dvorak's "New World" symphony in partner-song format, this is easy to perform with a minimum of rehearsal. A lyrical violin part adds

This familiar American folk song has been arranged with an eye toward younger, developing voices. It features catchy lines, quickly learned melodies, and a playable accompaniment that will be engaging and

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 19th-century halyard sea shanty, this piece is a great example of a song sailors would sing, adopting words and phrases heard from various lands they visited. Tastefully arranged for a soloist or a series

Two poems by Robert Burns are set to traditional Scottish folk melodies. Guidance on the pronunciation of the Scots words is given in the octavo.

Higgins' setting of this popular folk song opens simply and then moves along with gradually increasing contrapuntal interest. The lovely arpeggiated piano accompaniment flows gently alongside the vocal

This rousing English music-hall song was arranged for the hit television production of Agatha Christie's Why Didn't They Ask Evans? The song accompanies the final wedding scene and is full of joy

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

A familiar Irish folk song, this rousing arrangement brings energy and character that will provide your mixed choir with plenty of opportunity to play up the humor. Beginning with a slow a cappella

Here's an assortment of five American folk songs, some well known and some less recognizable, all with accessible choral parts for mixed choirs and supportive piano accompaniments. Each title in the

This endearing arrangement of a favorite American cowboy song is a welcome addition to the repertoire for tenor-bass choirs. With limited ranges, accessible choral writing, and the option to perform a

In this stunning setting of the traditional Appalachian folk song, the haunting tune is seamlessly paired with colorful vocal scorings and a captivating accompaniment, resulting in a soundscape that feels

This Newfoundland folk song tells a quirky story of a lad expecting the trip of a lifetime, but the trip goes awry! All who sing this rollicking sea shanty will enjoy the ridiculous journey as you travel

Using rich, lush contemporary harmonies often found in pop and jazz settings and featuring voices that are often relegated to harmony, this new setting of the familiar folk tune is a joy to sing.

This tender setting of the traditional folk song from the British Isles has a gentle rocking feel and expresses the longing for one's absent love.

The Sharon Gratto Global Music Series is dedicated to providing historical context to multicultural and folk music. This arrangement of the classic tune attributed to Huddie Ledbetter is accompanied by a

The well-loved Irish folk melody LONDONDERRY AIR is set here to the words of Howard A. Walter's poem I Would Be True. Alternative words to the second and third verses by David Warner are also