The Lass from the Low Countree

One of many folk songs collected by John Jacob Niles, The Lass from the Low Countree is a dramatic and cautionary tale on the hazards of misplaced affection. In this arrangement by Jeremiah Simpson, an accompanied Tenor/Bass ensemble delivers this ballad about a woman scorned with sympathy and regret. It is a simple 2-part arrangement that uses less to say more, making it appropriate for ensembles into their young teens. Though, the themes are mature enough, and the technical ceiling is high enough that advanced high-school and collegiate age ensembles will also find it engaging. For any questions, please reach out at [email protected].