E J Moeran was a 20th century British composer of Anglo-Irish background who spent his early years in Norfolk and influences of folksong and programmatic elements can be easily heard in this composer’s main body of work. Moeran tended toward the smaller ensembles in his composition which gave an appropriate frame for his great lyric gifts.However in the second half of his life Moeran greatly …

from Encanto. Par MIRANDA LIN-MANUEL / LONGFIELD ROBERT (Arr.). This gentle ballad plays a crucial musical role in the movie Encanto, ushering in the reconciliation of Mirabel and her Abuela. Robert Longfield\'s arrangement for string quartet is accessible for young musicians but maintains the Colombian folksong spirit of the original. This piece will touch the hearts of anyone who has experienced…

This series now has a new ?Part II? for each voice type at the same level as the original volumes. This is preparatory material for The First Book of Solos series with modest ranges and all songs in English including very easy art songs folksong arrangements and vintage popular songs. The song selection is completely different for each voice type with 18-20 songs per volume.

Buachaill on Eirne-Performed by the male vocal ensemble Celtic Thunder this lovely Irish folksong will create a moment of breathtaking beauty in concert. The song's English lyrics will evoke the legends and lore of the Emerald Isle. Perform withkeyboard or the optional orchestration. Available separately: SATB SAB SSA Chamber Orchestra score and parts (fl 1 2 ob cl 1 2 bn perc 1 2 hp …

Perhaps some of the most exciting works for men's chorus that exist in our repertoire today. Iconic Estonian composer Veljo Tormis celebrates the tradition of 'runosongs,' music that has been passed down through generations. These dynamic works use a minimalistic compositional style reminiscent of Estonian folksong. Simple in construction and unbelievably dynamic - and often humorous - in sound. T…

A lilting piano accompaniment supports the lyric vocal lines in this traditional English folksong arranged for SAB voices. “Greensleeves was all my joy Greensleeves was my delight.”

It isn't very often that you get a chance to perform music from the Middle East! This setting of a Palestinian folksong isn't difficult and the percussion patterns are easily performed by your singers.Available separately: 3-PartMixed and 2-Part. ShowTrax CD also available. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00

This fun arrangement of the traditional folksong follows the adventures of the fox as he goes into town for his next meal. Use the ShowTrax CD for the full Appalachian-flavored instrumental effect! Performance Time: Approx. 2:45.

This up-tempo American folksong works well for choirs. The fun text and singable melody combine to make a great contest or festival selection. Available for SATB SAB and 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 1:40.

This lively and joyous arrangement of the folksong 'Montagnarde' from the Haute-Auvergne region of France makes playful use of the call of the cuckoo in a catchy refrain. 'Montagnarde' is featured on the Tenebrae CD Sun Moon Sea and Stars (Signum SIGCD903).