SATB Folk Music for Choir

This gentle setting of the beloved Welsh folk tune features a lilting piano accompaniment and a lovely obbligato part for oboe or clarinet (both parts are included). With some rhythmic variation and

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.

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

"Bright morning stars are rising...Day is breaking in my soul..." This Appalachian folksong, arranged for a cappella voices, has a contemplative, spiritual quality. Opening and closing with a trio, it's a

This American folk song attributed to Huddie Ledbetter (Leadbelly) has been covered and performed by countless singers and choirs. The melody is infectious and appealing, easily taught, and memorable.

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

This favorite Irish folk ballad has been freshly set with some harmonic twists and turns that bring a heightened awareness to Frederic Weatherly's text. After two verses, this arrangement comes to a gentle

Only Mark Hayes could write such an enthralling arrangement of this timeless Irish air. Scored for voices, piano, flute, and optional percussion, it features a shimmering accompaniment and a flute obbligato

This lively, toe-tapping Irish folk song has been given a fun and lighthearted treatment that makes it a creative programming choice for mixed choirs. With fun interplay between sections, lots of rhythmic

Set in multiple voicings for choirs of all ages, this fresh arrangement of the traditional railroad work song tells the dramatic story of John Henry, who died with his hammer in his hand. The syncopated

A perennial festival favorite, particularly for younger choirs, the arranger catches the mood of the train theme of the piece in a most artistic and delightful fashion.

Here's a dynamic medley that captures the Old West with musical finesse and humor! Fun to sing, with history and classic Americana to teach to today's youth, there's a whole lot wrapped up in this bundle.

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

This American folk song about a plaintive soul on the journey through life originated in the 19th century. Arranged in the style of Alex Boye's recording, it begins with a solemn, vocal drone over which a

This American folk song about a plaintive soul on the journey through life originated in the 19th century. Arranged in the style of Alex Boye's recording, it begins with a solemn, vocal drone over which a

A favorite traditional English ballad has been given a sensitive and reflective treatment for mixed choirs. The marriage of the innately beautiful melody with creative harmonic progressions is accompanied

Flexibly voiced for SATB or SAB, this setting of the traditional English melody is expressive and accessible. With rich voicing in comfortable ranges, the arrangement lends itself to focus on choral balance

This haunting Scottish folk song with a beautiful text by Robert Louis Stevenson tells the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie's escape from the British. The traditional melody is arranged in a setting that is

With a text from Robert Louis Stevenson, this setting of the traditional Gaelic folk tune is harmonically rich and expressive. The addition of the optional French horn brings a mellow quality that