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Folksongs
H A Distant Shore (The Water Is Wide)Mary
Donnelly & George Strid. This partner-song setting
of the best-loved American folk song The Water
Is Wide features a new, folk-like countermelody.
Moderate vocal ranges, an extended "echo" section,
flowing piano lines, strong countermelody and skillful
imitative treatment of the melody combine to make
this more than just a partner song arrangement. It is
a rich musical tapestry which will give your choir a
very rewarding learning experience!
1961705 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
1961713 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
H The Drinking Gourdarr. Andre Thomas. Your
choir will really "pull out all the stops" when they
sing this dynamic, powerful arrangement! The
traditional underground railroad map song has
been transformed into a first-rate choral feature
by Andre Thomas. With beautiful and sensitive part
writing, tasteful dynamic contrasts and a positively
exhilarating ending, this is a must for your choir. It's
a great way to celebrate Black History Month, too!
3254125 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
n Drunken Sailorarr. Emily Crocker. Young
choirs will enjoy singing this classic sea chantey.
The voice ranges are perfect for junior high or
middle school voices.
1359835 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
n Durme, Durme (Sephardic Folk Song)arr.
Audrey Snyder. This simple Sephardic folk song
offers a tender message over a gentle and flowing
accompaniment. With particularly lovely vocal lines,
this makes an exceptional teaching tool as well as a
wonderful concert or festival selection. Very nice!
10364866 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
3289774 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
3289782 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
H Erev Shel ShoshanimJoseph Hadar/arr.
Klebanow. Your choir will absolutely love this
delicate Israeli folk song, with the open feeling
of the desert at night while the scent of roses
drifts on the cool air. Vocals weave in a sensitive
arrangement, complemented by a fluid, but not
difficult, piano accompaniment. Translation and
pronunciation guide included. A strong choice for
multicultural programs!
4958831 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1925171 Performance CD . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
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The Erie Canalarr. Cristi Cary Miller. A
wonderful song for connecting music to American
history and culture! Developing singers in
elementary and middle school will gain important
performance skills and musical development
with this peppy arrangement. Optional cued
notes for baritone can add a fourth part to the
three-part mixed voicing. The CD track offers a
great authentic accompaniment featuring the
banjo along with other helpful audio resources for
developing choirs. A quick learn and a fantastic
concert feature!
10682999 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10683004 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10689053 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
n The Feller from Fortunearr. Drew Collins.
This superb arrangement of the traditional
Newfoundland folk song paints a vivid picture
of the fishing industry and the culture that
evolved around it. The accompaniment is
meant to emulate the sounds of indigenous
instruments, such as squeezebox, penny
whistle, fiddle, acoustic guitar, and bodhran (or
other low-pitched frame drum). The conductor
may add some of these instruments in lieu of,
or in addition to, the piano accompaniment.
Highly recommended!
10583514 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Ht The Feller from Fortunearr. Harry Somers.
This rollicking folk song from Newfoundland has
moxie and flair, with a humorous text and dancing
rhythms in a variety of meters. A popular choice for
more advanced choirs, it is a tour-de-force that will
bring smiles to everyone in your audience.
4058087 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00
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Follow the Drinking Gourdarr. Emily Crocker.
The wistful layered melodies, undulating piano
accompaniment, and plaintive violin obbligato
create a mysterious atmosphere in this accessible
work that tells the story of the Underground
Railroad. Arranged like a folk song, the lovely treble
melodies are presented in a layered format that
helps to reinforce part independence and blend.
A wonderful teaching piece that will also be a
stunning concert feature.
10715682 Three-Part Treble or SSA . . . . . 2.10
4 Four by Foster! (Medley)Stephen C. Foster/
arr. Mary Donnelly & George L.O. Strid. This
delightful choral montage of Stephen Foster
songs is full of humor and fun. A charming
optional violin or fiddle part lends authenticity
and style to the well-crafted arrangement. A
wonderful addition to your concert programming
and a great teaching opportunity to connect
the history and culture of America. Especially
useful for teaching "responding" in the national
music standards. Songs include: Oh, Susanna;
The Glendy Burk; My Old Kentucky Home and
Camptown Races.
10760119 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10760120 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
H The Gift to Be Simplearr. Bob Chilcott. Part of
The King's Singers choral series, this entertaining
arrangement gives an added dimension to the well
known Shaker tune. Bob Chilcott's lyric counterlines
are sophisticated and fun for both mixed and treble
ensembles. A festival favorite.
1717990 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
1974435 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
4 GiftsMark Weston. "Love then, with all of your
heart, and light the world with your better part. For
where'er you go, whatever good you do, the gift you
give will come back to you." This invigorating setting
of the popular Shaker tune Simple Gifts includes a
contemporary text with a positive message. The
reharmonized and modern piano part provides an
energized musical foundation, while the soaring
vocal lines float effortlessly above. Equally effective
in unison or two-part performances.
10684742 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
4 The Glendy BurkStephen Foster/arr. Mark
Hayes. Stephen Foster wrote this song that tells
a story of work, love, and life along the river in
1860 when steamboats were an essential part
of American commerce and culture. The robust
harmonies are well supported and buoyed by
the cleverly crafted piano accompaniment in this
dynamic setting. This terrific concert piece presents
many educational opportunities for teaching style
and historical context and has many tie-ins to the
new teaching standards.
10752438 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
4t Going Across the MountainEllen Gilson Voth.
This arrangement contrasts the unbridled optimism
and resolve of a person heading off to war with
the bittersweet nostalgia of leaving a special
person behind, along with the promise of return.
In the style of an Appalachian folk song, this piece
typifies a unique American style of singing. This
challenging piece for better a cappella choirs gives
many opportunities for teaching historical context,
style and interpretation.
10663236 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
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GreensleevesPhilip Lawson. A delightful and
accessible arrangement of the traditional English folk
song for SAB voices. A lilting piano accompaniment
supports the lyric vocal lines and melodic ideas are
passed between the voices allowing everyone to
have some time with this beautiful melody. Some
nontraditional but interesting harmonic moments
make this an edition your singers will cherish and
your audience will not forget!
10682986 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Harvest Moonarr. Cristi Cary Miller. A true fall
concert piece, this is easy to learn at the beginning
of the school year. Based on a traditional English
folk song, it is ideal for building the important choral
skills of blend, balance and part-singing. Add the
optional viola part, and the effect will be absolutely
beautiful! Highly recommended!
10517204 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10517205 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10517206 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
Hello, GirlsLloyd Pfautsch. This "perky"
Lloyd Pfautsch arrangement of an American folk
song is a favorite of women's choruses at contests
and festivals.
1687847 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n Hey! Ho! Nobody Home!arr. Russell Robinson.
Dating back to 16th-century England, Hey! Ho!
Nobody Home! was sung by carolers who went
from door to door to receive food for their singing,
although there is no reference in the lyrics to the
holiday. Presented as a round, this swing-style
syncopated arrangement is easy to learn and fun
to sing! Now available in a two-part voicing.
10443524 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10735208 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10585432 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
4t Homeward Boundarr. McKay Crockett. After
racking up over a million views on YouTube, this
unique a cappella stunner by Brigham Young
University's Vocal Point and the All-American Boys
Chorus is now available for SATB divisi choirs.
Contemporary a cappella harmonies and layered
choral textures support the soloists during the folk-
like verses and full choral refrains. The familiar Holst
melody makes a few appearances, and a three-
part treble chorus (or descant group) is an ethereal
addition at the end. "Bind me not to the pasture;
chain me not to the plow. Set me free to find my
calling and I'll return to you somehow." Inspirational!
10738914 SSAATTBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
4 Hoo Shoo Too RoadJohn Parker & Patti
Drennan. This modern folk song is whimsical,
lively, and fun to sing while providing plenty of
good teaching opportunities. The well-written
accompaniment, with optional parts for fiddle,
string bass, banjo and tambourine, adds to the
authentic feel. Very nicely done!
10708677 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
4t HushabyEllen Gilson Voth. This arrangement
presents the challenge of singing a familiar lullaby
with a freshness and a tender but well-supported
tone. The contrasting middle section is intended to be
dreamlike, with cascading images of horses that are
moving quickly then gradually slowing their pace. The
ending allows the choir to be luxurious with time, and
to enjoy the final hum fading into silence. A wonderful
artistic arrangement - highly recommended!
10663238 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n I Am Bound for the Promised Landarr.
Craig Courtney. Your choir will love singing this
energetic shaker hymn! Craig Courtney delightfully
arranges the hymntune PROMISED LAND for four-
hand piano and SATB voices. With a joyful text and
accessible choral writing, this piece is appropriate
for church or school performances. A snare drum
adds a nice touch to top off a remarkable piece!
Highly recommended!
10667322 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
H I Bought Me a CatAaron Copland. Copland's
sparkling, light-hearted work is now available
in a simplified voicing that brings the humorous
children's song to younger voices. The short
solos and comical animal sounds are always well-
received and fun to perform!
1316702 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
3274610 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
I Bought Me a Catarr. Sally K. Albrecht. Now
available for two-part or SAB choirs, Sally's fresh
treatment of the humorous American folk song is
in "add-on" style, with a new animal introduced
in each verse. Each animal sings a distinctive call,
such as "hissy hissy" for the goose or "chimmy
chuck, chimmy chuck" for the hen. By the end,
there's a whole barnyard of animals singing their
calls together!
10353520 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10008331 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10008332 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
10008269 DVD-That's Entertainment
Choral Movement. . . . . . . . . . 39.95
n I'll Tell My Maarr. Erik Jones. This playful Irish
children's song has been set with rousing clapping
and stomping, and the result is a festival showcase!
The vocals are set in a simple homophonic
style, which makes the body percussion
achievable. Performed with or without the piano
accompaniment, this is a fantastic feature number
or concert closer!
10561631 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.85
n I'll Tell My Maarr. Jimmy Baas. With or
without the fiddle, this up-tempo, toe-tapping
Irish folk song arrangement is sure to be a
favorite for treble ensembles. Sure to be a crowd
pleaser, I'll Tell My Ma will be a great closer for
any concert or festival program.
10586714 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
lt Irish Tune from County DerryPercy Grainger/
arr. Geoffrey Edwards. This a cappella choral
classic is now more accessible to a larger ensemble
while still preserving the endearing elements of
the original. Considered one of the most beautiful
melodies in the world, this wordless setting
provides many opportunities for teaching moments
in vocal production, tone, phrasing and expression.
10736753 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
n John Henryarr. Rollo Dilworth. Bluesy
harmonies infuse this powerful, dramatic telling of
the legend of John Henry, complete with the sounds
of the hissing train and the hammer on the railroad
track. "Then he died with his hammer in his hand!
O Lord! Died with his hammer in his hand..." Your
singers will really give their all when they sing this!
10030295 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10030296 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . 22.95
l Johnny Has Gone for a SoldierJohn Carter.
A lovely and very accessible arrangement of the
traditional British folk song for women's voices. Set
in minor with a melancholy feel and well crafted
harmonic part writing. Solo or soli opportunities in
the second verse. Easy piano accompaniment.
10754534 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
The JourneyJoseph M. Martin. Combining
Simple Gifts and the Going Home theme from
Dvorak's "New World" symphony in partner-song
format, this is easy to perform with a minimum of
rehearsal. A favorite with two-part choirs for many
years, it is now available for mixed voices.
10595002 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
3080314 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
8069443 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
A successful beginning!
PARTNERS!
10 Terrific Partner Songs
for Young Singers
Mary Donnelly &
George L. O. Strid.
This fun-filled
collection provides a wide variety of
accessible music for concerts all year
long. Songs include: America, Of
Thee I Sing! (America, the Beautiful);
A Distant Shore (The Water Is Wide);
Off to the Races (Camptown Races);
On the Railroad (I've Been Workin'
on the Railroad); Sleep, My Child (All
Through the Night); Snow Is Falling
Still (Still, Still, Still); Some Folks Do
(Some Folks); Song of Peace (Dona
Nobis Pacem); Tell the News! (Go
Tell It on the Mountain); A Winter
Carol (The Huron Carol). The teacher
handbook includes reproducible
student song sheets. The enhanced
P/A CD includes reproducible PDF
files of student pages and cover art.
10092012 Reproducible Book . . 29.99
10092014 P/A CD Enhanced . . . 39.99
10092015 Reproducible Book/
Enhanced CD. . . . . . . 59.99
