Folk Tunes Concert Band Music

The second movement of Three Folk Song Settings for Band, this hauntingly beautiful setting provides a lyrical contrast to the two outer movements. The touching lullaby, thought to be of

This moving hymn has long been a staple in celebrations of life and for comfort in moments of sorrow; this setting is meant as a celebration of the life of a fellow musician and composer. The impassioned

This moving tune is based on the folk song Every Night When The Sun Goes In. Even the percussionists get to do some work in this lyrical setting! There is some interesting writing in the inner

This well-known writer is renowned for his mastery at adapting tuneful folk songs into Grainger-esque settings. This pastoral setting will give your ensemble a chance to display its musicianship and

This classic American folk song has inspired generations of musicians throughout the last two centuries. This setting allows the melody to be featured throughout the band as they explore the

This Irish folksong, named after the town of Carrickfergus in Northern Ireland, is beautiful, nostalgic and lush. This intimate arrangement with ample cross-cueing is an excellent tool to teach phrasing and

Introduce the lyric musical style to your beginners with this very approachable work. Based on the traditional Irish tune Molly Malone, the lovely, flowing melody begins in the flutes and is

Add an international flair to your next concert with this inspired piece based upon the old Irish folk song Carrickfergus, recorded by many popular artists over the years. Your musicians will enjoy

This beautiful and lyrical folk song from the English Midlands dates back as early as the 15th century. Having traveled all around Western Europe, this folk tune eventually found its way to America, gaining

Based on the spiritual Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, this lyrical piece is a reflection on the commemoration of Juneteenth. Opening with a moving solo that can be played by any instrument, it is

Beginning bands will benefit from this musical fantasia based on a well-known English folk song. The beautiful melody of Scarborough Fair is shared by all sections in this contemporary and

This expressive setting, based on the ever-popular folk song Simple Gifts, will allow your beginning band to sound amazing in their first year of instruction. You can be sure audiences of