Folk Tunes Concert Band Music

The folk music of Appalachia reflects the unwavering, indomitable spirit of the early settlers. Combining Sourwood Mountain and She'll Be Coming 'Round the Mountain, their story is told in

Thoroughfares of the American frontier, the countries' rivers have long been the subject of folk songs. Three of the most beloved tunes from the mid-19th century are woven into the fabric of this

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 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

Take a trip to the English countryside in early spring. This arrangement of the traditional English folk song is scored to sound full with minimal preparation time. A nice easy addition to your next concert

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

Continuing the popular series of Celtic Air and Dance settings, this work for second-year players opens with the tender Irish ballad Ned of the Hill. The dance segment that follows

Take a ride in the country with this lively tune! Start out with a percussion solo, then a unison clarinet melody leads us along a melodic road, picking up the flutes on the countermelody. The brass 

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

Based on the Scottish folk song Loch Lomond, this gorgeous arrangement paints a lovely musical portrait of the picturesque lake at the foot of Ben Lomond. Woodwind tremolos are used to represent

Be sure to consider this beautifully lyrical piece when looking for musical work to include on your young band concerts. Based on an original Shaker melody, it has been scored to be easily accessible to

This setting of The Skye Boat Song for young bands recalls the strength and honor of Scottish Highland culture. Lush scoring, warm harmonies, and tuneful melodies abound, bringing to mind the