Folksongs Choral Music

The depth of emotional longing in the text and the plaintive melody of this folk song offer mixed a cappella choirs a lyrical and musically sensitive selection. Unison lines and open harmonies frame the

From northern England comes this delightful folk song that works well for mixed or treble choirs. A bright, bouncy piano accompaniment supports the energetic melody, and the rhythmic and harmonic interplay

This is a familiar Irish tune arranged for treble choirs in an upbeat setting. The singers will enjoy the storytelling and theatrical aspects of the song, but much of the rhythmic excitement comes from the

This Scottish folk song was popularized by singer Francis McPeake, who recorded it in 1957 for BBC Radio, and it has often been attributed to him. Irish vocalist and composer Eoin Conway has skillfully

Like many great Irish love songs, The Maid of Culmore tells the story of man longing for his absent lover, who has sailed away from Ireland and their hometown of Culmore. Skillfully arranged for

The familiar Irish folk song melody sings above a gently pulsing harmonic texture that borrows its style from contemporary a cappella and vocal jazz vocables to create something that is at once traditional

A stunning treble opening verse begins with a solo, unison, and finally harmony before giving way to a tenor soloist and full mixed divisi choral harmonies. Equally traditional and modern, this perhaps best

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

With a text based on The Blue Bird by Mary Elizabeth Coleridge (1861-1907), this original concert work reflects the textures of the cold and still lake beautifully expressed in the poem. Lush

Based on the classic Simon and Garfunkel version of this folk song, this contemporary a cappella setting really catches the beauty and feel of the original. Layered vocables surround the plaintive melody in

Developmental tenor-bass choirs will love learning and performing this Stephen Foster gem. Opening with an optional solo, the lyrical melody then moves between the voices, providing interest on both melody

This setting of the familiar folk song “Three Blind Mice” was written to re-imagine it as a more tender story of mice than the one found in the original, somewhat disturbing, text.  I was

Drawn from the music of the Shaker communities of Kentucky, this simple, effective setting is appropriate for younger voices and is a great teaching tool for exploring the historical context of this

Also known as Vive l'Amour and translating to "long live the company," this traditional English 6/8 ode to camaraderie and friendship is an exercise in French pronunciation as well as a triumphant

"I'm bound for Shady Grove..." This sparkling arrangement of the beloved bluegrass song offers a rich experience for combined choirs, children's honor choirs and community groups! It may be performed with

The poignant lilt of the classic Scottish folk song provides a sweet singable melody for this gentle piece. This arrangement is crafted specifically to provide a comfortable tessitura for unchanged and

This is a beautiful and modern setting of the text popularized by Orlando Gibbons' well-known madrigal The Silver Swan. The ancient and modern combine with a Celtic feel to make this setting useful

This fun, playful, folk song tells the story of a family of sly foxes. Written for treble voices of all ages, this energetic, engaging, and playful arrangement, complete with instrumental section with body

This American folk song is a perfect change-of-pace selection for your tenor-bass choir. Hilarious lyrics list all the things that Mama doesn't allow - but that they love to do while Mama isn't around!

Part of the Henry Leck Choral Series, this very artistic setting of an old folk/cowboy song is colorful. With some unexpected dissonances, an independent piano accompaniment and parts for violin and cello,

This beautiful setting of the favorite Appalachian folk ballad is set in a three-part mixed voicing with a beautiful arrangement that is very pianistic in nature. Carefully arranged, this piece works

This folk-song setting of a famous poem by one of Scotland's greatest poets has been beautifully crafted by the Canadian-born composer Sarah McDonald. Accessible and artistically rewarding, it is suitable