Folksongs Choral Music

Highly suitable for treble choirs of all abilities, this concert arrangement of the Kansas state song is simply majestic. A pulsating accompaniment adds forward motion to this sparkling homophonic

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

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

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 -

A beautiful piece for treble voices from the American Romantic Choral Series. The lilting 3/8 accompaniment lifts the swallow into the air. An interesting 6/16 meter in the middle changes the character for

Commissioned by the Choir of Trinity College (Melbourne) for their U.S. concert tour in 2020. This brisk and fun setting contains lots of interplay with some rather coy syncopation, at one point even

Commissioned by the Choir of Trinity College (Melbourne) for their U.S. concert tour in 2020. With swinging rhythms and laughing motif throughout, this is the perfect conclusion to this set of four American

Commissioned by the Choir of Trinity College (Melbourne) for their U.S. concert tour in 2020. The textures of this work vary from spare to lush, reflecting the pathos of this mournful folk song.

Commissioned by the Choir of Trinity College (Melbourne) for their U.S. concert tour in 2020. This minor-mode lullaby is set in close harmonies which amplify its dual nature: sometimes soothing, sometimes a

This delightful medley of beloved children's songs is set in mixed and asymmetrical meters with a tempo indication that says "as fast as possible!" Mixed and treble choirs will enjoy the challenge of

Expressive vocal writing paired with a sensitive accompaniment sets this hauntingly beautiful traditional Scottish folk song. The a cappella opening solo section leads into an accompanied section of warm

This work weaves two familiar Welsh folk songs into a charming work for SSAA choir and piano. It moves from simple two-part to three-part and then to a four-part a cappella divisi statement of the beautiful

This Appalachian folk song is tremendously fun. Fantastic and fun vocal lines are supported by a lively yet accessible piano accompaniment. Add spoons and clapping or stomping for a great time!

"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 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

Combining the familiar tune PROSPECT from Walker's Southern Harmony and Wordworth's The Solitary Reaper, this setting for SSAA voices is both beautiful and accessible. Each verse is

Adapted from the idea of the American folk song A Man of Constant Sorrow, Walker's Maid of Constant Sorrow has a very simple melody with a mournful message. That the soul is troubled and

The well known folk hymn receives a creative modern setting in this arrangement for treble choirs. Sections of aleatoric harmony create a lamenting quality to lines of this text, and new harmonies bring a

This arrangement brings a new depth and beauty to this American classic. The respect and reverence for the tune and history is kept, but the addition of nontraditional harmonies, the ethereal and rhapsodic

Treble choirs will love the rich vocal writing, dissonance and challenge of this artistic, haunting and stunning arrangement of the well-loved folk song.

This new arrangement of the beloved American folk song Shenandoah is built on a rhythmic vocal ostinato which provides the backdrop and energy for the soaring vocal line, casting this familiar tune

This dark and emotional folk song tells an unexpected tale of a lost love. With substantial and singable vocal lines, this arrangement will become a favorite of your mature treble chorus.