Discovery Level 2-This traditional Scottish song recalls the escape of Bonnie Prince Charlie to the Isle of Skye. The gently rocking motion of the 6/8 meter and the cello obbligato combine with the well-crafted vocals to create a magical atmospherein performance. An excellent choice for developing ensembles! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:00.

Par L'ESTRANGE ALEXANDER (Arr.). The Skye Boat Song is perhaps one of the best-known Scottish melodies of all. It refers to the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie who, still only a boy, was smuggled out of Scotland to France after the Scots’ defeat by the English at the Battle of Culloden in 1745. Despite there being a huge reward on his head, not one of his faithful Highlanders would betray him to th…

Arranged by Alexander L'Estrange. Choir Secular. For with Piano (SAB). Choral Octavo. Faber Choral Singles. Folk; Secular. Published by Faber Music

Arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram. For SSA choir with optional violin. Sing!. Octavo. Published by Chorister's Guild

Choir Secular Opt. String Orchestra (Women's Choir)

SKU: AP.43214

(The Skye Boat Song). Arranged by Douglas E. Wagner. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Folk; Secular. Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-43214. Published by Alfre…