Folksongs Choral Music

Inspired by a trip to Scotland, this selection includes common Scottish blessings in its lyrics. "Lang may your lum reek" means "long may your chimney smoke" (a blessing for long life). "Weel may your

This arrangement of the traditional sea shanty is invigorating and atmospheric. Changing voices will enjoy the theme of trains and ships in the text, as well as the boisterous call-and-response texture,

A jaunty, fun arrangement of this early American song. A novel program piece for tenor-bass choirs!

This Scottish folk song, dating back over 300 years, is a popular children's song about a man whose clothes are made out of food. Rhythmically interesting and great fun to sing, this arrangement includes

Shifting between triple and duple meter, this playful arrangement of the well-known 18th-century Shaker tune is rhythmically diverse and has interesting harmonies, varied melodic pairings, and a supportive

This old English tune is a less-familiar pairing with these well-known lyrics, making it a charming selection for young choirs. Flexibly arranged to be either unison all the way through or with two-part

This traditional Irish ballad arranged for VOCES8 will make your audiences wish they were in Carrickfergus, if only to experience the longing felt in this lovely arrangement. A beautiful soprano solo offers

This gently flowing arrangement captures the beauty of this famous traditional Hebridean love song. The song text uses both old dialect and English, each verse ending with the words, "Sad am I without

The viral TikTok sea shanty phenomenon in 2021 was led by this 1860s-era New Zealand whaling tune. Now choirs of all kinds can have fun singing this re-enlivened tune in this a cappella version that keeps

This take on the beloved traditional Irish folk song gives your singers an opportunity to shine with intermittent a cappella sections and features solo violin and flute for added texture.

The kookaburra is a terrestrial tree kingfisher native to Australia, and this charming nursery rhyme song details its distinctive and humorous call which sounds like laughing. The simple melody is presented

Create an authentic Celtic experience with your choir when you perform this arrangement of the 18th-century Irish folk song. A mixture of thoughtful rubato and energetic rhythms, an Irish-language chorus -

Sumptuous harmonies surround the beautiful melody of this traditional Irish folk song that tenor-bass choirs will absolutely love to sing. A hint of jazz influence and a

A simple yet beautiful arrangement of an undiscovered gem, this American folk song is accessible to all levels of treble choirs. The addition of an optional violin part perfect for a beginning player will

An expressive and dramatic piano accompaniment flows around and through the melody of this traditional American folk song, breathing in a freshness with the comfortingly familiar. Ideal for concerts and

The haunting tone of this traditional Appalachian folk song is beautifully expressed in this arrangement by Voctave's arranger Jamey Ray. The a cappella harmonies shift between closer contemporary harmonies

This well-known folk melody is arranged with beautiful harmonies that give it a really warm and nostalgic feel. A great choice for choirs that have smaller tenor-bass numbers and want an arrangement with

The plaintive lines of this American folk hymn are perfectly set for developing tenor-bass voices in this arrangement. Choice of key, unison passages, and tight one-octave ranges for each part make it easy

This well-loved traditional folk song is a superb choice for treble choirs. The imagery of the lyrics is captured with rich harmony and subtle echoing, with each part getting a chance to sing the melody.

Here's a traditional Appalachian folk song with a lighthearted feel and a bouncy piano accompaniment. An ideal teaching piece for simple harmonies as well as context and style, this arrangement also offers

Lyrical lines and beautiful melodic construction are the hallmarks of this traditional folk song, a perennial favorite with singers. A gorgeous artistic piano accompaniment presents a fresh voice with

A simple expression of empathy for those less fortunate, Stephen Foster's song presents the universal message of perseverance through difficult times. A texture for soloist and choir accompanied by

This popular Scottish folk song and nursery rhyme features a simple refrain and additional lyrics by the arranger that offer a message of hope. The hilarious depiction of the man in the moon whose body was

All aboard for a bouncy rendition of this authentic American train song! The largely pentatonic tune chugs along with a few blue notes while the independent harmony lines, engaging rhythmic counterpoint,