Teaching opportunities abound in this irresistible setting of a traditional American folk tune. The modal melody is pentatonic, the easy ostinato-like countermelodies make part-singing a snap, and there is
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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
An American folk tradition, "play party" songs like All Fly Around became popular in the mid-1800s due to the need for interaction and entertainment at social gatherings. This bright,
Easy voice parts that alternate then sing together, clever spoken sections with body percussion, and vocal sound effects for frogs and mosquitoes make this American folksong come alive with fun!
A lively arrangement of the American fiddle tune that will have you "goin' up Cripple Creek to have a little fun!" With a xylophone part, handclaps and accessible choral parts, this is a fantastic choice
Best used as a concert opener, this buoyant piece may be sung from the risers or as a processional. Based on a Welsh folk song, it may be performed all year, or with the alternate lyrics for holiday
A wonderful song for connecting music to American history and culture! Developing singers in elementary and middle school will gain important performance skills and musical development with this peppy
Enjoy this accessible setting of the well-known Scottish folk song that features contrasts between a more lyrical, lilting section and a sturdy drone accompaniment. Includes an optional flute part.
This 19th-century soldiers' song paints a humorous view of army life and will be a fun tongue-in-cheek novelty for a young male choir! Great staging and choreography adds a comedic touch to your next
This traditional fiddle tune is a rollicking celebration of Americana in this well-crafted arrangement for younger mixed choirs. Perform with a live fiddler or the recorded bluegrass track for a spectacular
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These two famous train songs are arranged for young singers in a creative way that includes sound effects, layered rhythm speech and much more! A great choreography showcase, it is a wonderful concert
Everyone knows this as a cowboy song, but Roger Emerson has uncovered a quality in it that no one knew was there. Set in a haunting, contemporary style, the tune takes on a freshness that brings it into our
The popular Scottish folksong Wild Mountain Thyme is set here for treble choir in a lilting 6/8 meter. Including an optional part for bodhran (Irish drum), this is very pretty, and the excellent
This beloved melody has been popular for over a century, and the words convey a timeless message of love. An excellent selection for middle school tenor-bass choirs, this expressive setting may be performed