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FOLKSONGS
Meet Me at the Crawdad Hole!—arr. Glenda
E. Franklin. This traditional American folk
song is a fun, upbeat tune for two-part choirs.
Call-and-response moments make each
part easy to sing independently, and the
charming syncopated piano accompaniment
is irresistible! Your choir and audiences will be
tapping their toes before the first phrase ends!
11510574 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
A Merry Round—arr. Russell Robinson.
Here's a cheerful traditional English round
with two sets of lyrics that make it useful for
holiday programs or at any time of year. The
melody is lyrical and lovely and develops into
a round setting that is ideal for young voices.
An optional descant and key change build a
more robust final presentation. Easy to learn
and impressive to perform!
11346395 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
11346367 Multi-Song
Accompaniment CD . . . . . .44.99
Nine Hundred Miles—arr. Philip Silvey.
A perennial festival favorite, particularly for
younger choirs, the arranger catches the mood
of the train theme of the piece in a most artistic
and delightful fashion.
3300727 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
3302243 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.40
3296659 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
3297566 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
No Time—arr. Susan Brumfield. This outstand-
ing setting of a traditional camp meeting song
is growing in popularity as a top choice for
festival choirs!
10291521 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.10
3225539 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.15
10436447 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.15
Now Is the Cool of the Day—Jean Ritchie/
arr. Kevin Siegfried. Set in Shaker harmony
style, this is a great contribution to an Earth
Day celebration. The voice-leading is both
accessible and interesting for the singers as
well as listeners, and the lyrics speak to our
responsibility to care for the earth.
11416018 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.65
Old Joe Clark—arr. Dwight Bigler. 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!
11121877 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.20
11167747 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.20
11195649 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.20
Over The Sea To Skye—arr. Roger Emerson.
This traditional Scottish folk song is
beautifully set with an optional classical guitar
accompaniment. A QR code is provided with
the music that takes you and your students
to added content including SEL teaching
resources and a video from the arranger to
help you identify intersections between the
music and text.
11393144 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.30
11393145 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
The Parting Glass—arr. Joseph M. Martin.
This traditional Scottish/Irish toasting song,
made popular by groups from the Clancy
Brothers and the Dubliners to Celtic Woman
and Hozier, is an expressive parting song
that will close your concert with that classic
glee club sound. With additional text added
by the arranger, this arrangement with piano
accompaniment is a full presentation of the
beautiful ballad in all its glory.
11391013 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
The Parting Glass—arr. Sarah Quartel. This
traditional Scottish song is often sung as a
farewell at the end of a festive gathering.
These a cappella arrangements are very
straightforward and singable, featuring close
harmonies, Scotch snap rhythms, and the
warm sentiment of good wishes for all.
11342506 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.25
11392391 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.25
10981711 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.25
Poor Wayfarin' Stranger—arr. Jamey Ray.
Melodically rich and expressive, this well-
known America mountain ballad is a wonderful
teaching and piece with high performance
value for treble voices. With long lyrical lines,
it is an ideal melody for singers to develop
tone, blend, balance, and expression.
Simple harmonies add to the palette and
give opportunities for easy independent part
singing. Lovely!
11348167 Two-Part or SA . . . . . . . . E 2.00
Prairie Lullaby (Home on the Range)—arr.
Jacob Narverud. The classic American folk
song Home on the Range has been reimagined
as a gentle, peaceful lullaby for choir and piano.
Narverud incorporates American pastoral
sounds with lush contemporary harmonies, a
new verse, and an optional descant. Beautiful
and accessible, this tender ballad will be a
lovely addition to any program.
11410686 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25
11412660 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.40
11412661 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.40
A Pure Heart (Calon Lan)—John Hughes/
arr. Douglas E. Wagner. A lovely, lyrical Welsh
tune is arranged with English lyrics and three-
part harmony. Mixed, treble, and tenor-bass
choirs will appreciate the opportunity to sing
with expressive legato phrasing and beautiful
harmonies.
11413687E SAB ePrint . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11413688E SSA ePrint . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11413689E TBB ePrint . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
Railroad Medley—arr. Derric Johnson.
Beginning with a railroad engine building up
steam and the happy sound of the whistle,
this medley of American folk tunes about
the railroad ends with the train arriving at the
station. A signature arrangement of Disney's
Voices of Liberty, this a cappella showpiece
moves seamlessly through She'll Be Comin'
Around the Mountain; I've Been Workin' on the
Railroad; Someone's in the Kitchen with Dinah
and Gospel Train.
11510880 SATB divisi,
or SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . .M 2.75
Red River Valley—arr. Connor Warren Smith.
This American folk song has been traced back to
the 1870 Red River Rebellion and is believed to
have been sung for a departing soldier. Set in an
accessible arrangement, it possesses beautiful
arching phrases and swelling dynamic moments
that lend a level of maturity and sophistication
that will make your ensemble shine.
11393038 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.00
A Red, Red Rose—Andrew Bruhn. The classic
text by Robert Burns is given a fresh, lush, and
accessible treatment in this skillful setting.
Inspired by folk singing, each voice part takes
its turn at the melody, threaded together with a
beautiful ritornello. Singers and audiences alike
will connect deeply with this elegant, effective
piece. Suitable for any concert setting.
11503864 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
The Riddle Song—arr. Michael Ryan. "I gave
my love a cherry that had no stone..." This
setting of the traditional Appalachian folk song
paints this tender and singable melody with a
lyrical touch. With lush harmonies, beautiful
phrasing, and musical lines, it is a concert work
designed to develop musical expression for
younger singers.
11510593 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.75
Risseldy, Rosseldy—arr. Blake Richter. Tons
of fun! Younger choirs will be delighted with
this energetic folk song composed of absolute
nonsense! Great for teaching concepts like
articulation, diction, expression, and dynamics
- a total show-stopper!
11392529 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.65
Rock Island Line—arr. Greg Gilpin. 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, and even a few vocal
train whistles add to the fun. Add the optional
choreography and accompaniment for the total
package. Woo woo!
11346418 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.05
11346419 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11346420 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
The Rowan Tree—Carolina Oliphant/arr.
Tracey Craig McKibben. An iconic symbol of
springtime in Scotland, the beautiful rowan
tree's delicate white flowers and vibrant red
berries are described in this folk song penned
by Carolina Oliphant, Lady Nairne. Celebrating
childhood, heritage, and growth, this lovely
lilting song has a melody that is expressive and
lyrical. It's a wonderful selection for developing
musicality and sensitivity.
11510594 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
11510595 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
Sally Gardens—Benjamin Britten. This
unison setting by Benjamin Britten of an Irish
folk tune is a popular contest/festival choice.
Poetry by W.B. Yeats combined with Britten's
music completes the aesthetic experience for
younger choirs.
1292804 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
Scarborough Fair—arr. Matthew Brown.
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 harmonic twists and turns that add
a new layer of interest. With musical nods
to medieval counterpoint, sonorities, and
dissonances, this is a lovely and mature choice
for SAB choirs.
11347950 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.80
Scarborough Fair—arr. Michael Higgins.
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 lines, creating suspensions
that reflect the mystery of the text.
11392386 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.65
11195472 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.25
Scarborough Fair—arr. Kate Janzen. This
striking a cappella setting is a perfect fit for
advanced concert choirs, a cappella groups,
and vocal jazz ensembles at the high school,
university, and community levels. Made
famous by Simon and Garfunkel, this traditional
English ballad will be a favorite for audiences of
all ages.
11513194 SSATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.95
Scarborough Fair—arr. Larry Shackley & C.
E. Walz. Flexibly voiced for SATB or SAB,
this setting of the traditional English melody is
expressive and accessible. With rich voicing
in comfortable ranges, the arrangement lends
itself to focus on choral balance and blend to
achieve lovely choral warmth.
11393899 SATB or SAB. . . . . . . . ME 2.95
Shady Grove—arr. Cristi Cary Miller. Teaching
opportunities abound in this irresistible setting
of a traditional American folk tune. The modal
melody is pentatonic, the easy ostinato-
like countermelodies make part-singing a
snap, and there is even a fun section for
body percussion. Perform it with live fiddle
or the recorded accompaniment track for a
sensational concert showcase!
11411945 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.25
10092801 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
10092802 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . .29.99
