Choral Choir (3-Part) - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.854806 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Jake Alexander. A Cappella,Folk,Traditional,Wedding. Octavo. 1 pages. Jake Alexander #5792751. Published by Jake Alexander (A0.854806). A straightforward, three-part, unaccompanied arrangement of this bewitching American folk song for female, male or mixed voice choir. Approximately two minutes in length. My name is Jake Alexander - I’m a composer, arranger and choir leader based in London. I create accessible arrangements that play to the strengths of community choirs. If you would like to offer any feedback, or just want to say hi, please get in touch at jake@jakealexander.org. Also, feel free to get in touch if you would like to be sent rehearsal tracks - these are available for all of my scores. Happy singing!jakealexander.orgquaggycommunitychoir.com

Choral Choir (SSA) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.891215 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Laurie Betts Hughes. Children,Contemporary,Country,Folk. Octavo. 34 pages. Dandelion Music Press #3256941. Published by Dandelion Music Press (A0.891215). Lights of the Western Sky is a compilation of 3 celestial American folk songs collected by Ruth Crawford Seeger, commissioned by Casper Children's Chorale to celebrate the 2017 total solar eclipse visible in Casper, Wyoming in honor of Mick McMurray. The pieces are connected not only by the folk style and the star subject, but also by tracing the course of a day, and by focusing on the connection of the outer world to the inner soul.I. Bright Morning Stars-- An additive processional on the ultimate theme of children singing. Though the traditional verses state that the fathers are down in the valley a-prayin''' and the mothers have gone to heaven a-shoutin' (or vice versa), the lyrics have been freely adapted in the folk tradition of floating verses (adapting lyrics to personal experience) to describe the children's experience. The opening percussion motif is intended to evoke Aaron Copland's Fanfare for the Common Man.II. Oh, Watch the Stars-- Oh, Watch the Stars and Great Big Stars, combined in unique ways. The two songs used, Oh, Watch the Stars and Great Big Stars, are distinct in their own right. They have been fused together in this movement, borrowing the text from one and using the tune from the other, and modifying one to partner with the other when presented simultaneously. A fusion of two styles, this movement opens solemnly and culminates in a hoedown showdown.Laurie Betts Hughes, ASCAP | www.LaurieBettsHughes.com 

Choral Choir (SAB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1038828 Composed by American Folk Song. Arranged by Guillermo A Hernandez III. Folk,Multicultural,Traditional,World. Octavo. 5 pages. Guillermo A. Hernandez III #643802. Published by Guillermo A. Hernandez III (A0.1038828). A beautiful choral arrangement of the traditional folk song written for SAB and piano.

Choral Choir (SSA) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1257261 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Colin Kirkpatrick. Folk,Historic,Patriotic,Traditional. Octavo. 11 pages. Colin Kirkpatrick Publications #850592. Published by Colin Kirkpatrick Publications (A0.1257261). Here’s a new SSA choir arrangement of that ever-popular American folksong Shenandoah.  The original song probably has its origins among the French Canadians who traded with Native Americans around the Great Lakes during the sixteenth century. These traders exchanged weapons and tools for animal furs, especially beaver pelts. Paddling their canoes along the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers the traders were well-known for their singing. However, as most of the traders were illiterate, the songs were never written down and went through numerous changes over the years and centuries. In most versions of the song, the lyrics tell of a seafarer, possibly a canoeing fur-trader, who was in love with the daughter of Shenandoah, a Native American Chief who lived in what is now the state of Virginia. Shenandoah was a real person: evidently an individual of commanding presence who lived for over a hundred years.  Shenandoah became one of the most popular capstan shanties, a slow song which set a manageable pace for the crew in a heavy and lengthy task. Most versions of the song have a similar couplet at the end of each verse. In some transcriptions, the melody is written out entirely in 4/4 time; others use triple time and some arrangements use a mixture of both. In this version, the lyrics have been selected from different versions of the song. This SSA arrangement for choir and piano is conceived for boy choir or girl choir and within easy technical reach of amateur or school choirs. The top soprano note is high F on the treble staff and the other parts fall well within the usual choral range. Each section of the choir takes the melody at some point. With a running time of 04:00 this piece is enjoyable to sing and hear. It’s an essential addition to your choir’s repertoire.

Choral Choir (SAT) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1274491 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Colin Kirkpatrick. Folk,Multicultural,Traditional,World. Octavo. 11 pages. Colin Kirkpatrick Publications #866635. Published by Colin Kirkpatrick Publications (A0.1274491). This ever-popular American folksong probably has its origins among the French Canadians who traded with Native Americans around the Great Lakes during the sixteenth century. Paddling their canoes along the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers the traders were well-known for their singing. However, as most of the traders were illiterate, the songs were never written down and went through numerous changes over the years and centuries. Shenandoah became one of the most popular capstan shanties, a slow song which set a manageable pace for the crew in a heavy and lengthy task. Most versions of the song have a similar couplet at the end of each verse. In some transcriptions, the melody is written out entirely in 4/4 time; others use triple time and some arrangements use a mixture of both. In this version, the lyrics have been selected from different versions of the song. This SAT arrangement for choir and piano is intended for high school, college or amateur choir and is ideal if the number of male voices is limited. The song is set in E flat major and modulates into F major. There is only one brief divisi passage (3 measure) of sustained notes in the soprano part. The top soprano note is F5 on the top line of the treble staff and the lowest note is E ♭ on the lowest line of the staff. The top alto note is B♭ (mid-staff) (B♭4) and the lowest note is B ♭3. The top tenor note is D4 (middle of treble staff) and the lowest note (only twice) is the low B flat (with an optional B flat an octave higher). With a running time of 04:00 this piece is enjoyable to sing and hear. It would make a useful addition to your choir’s repertoire. 

Choral Choir (SAB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1266693 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Colin Kirkpatrick. Contest,Country,Festival,Folk,Multicultural,World. Octavo. 11 pages. Colin Kirkpatrick Publications #859371. Published by Colin Kirkpatrick Publications (A0.1266693). This ever-popular American folksong probably has its origins among the French Canadians who traded with Native Americans around the Great Lakes during the sixteenth century. Paddling their canoes along the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers the traders were well-known for their singing. However, as most of the traders were illiterate, the songs were never written down and went through numerous changes over the years and centuries. Shenandoah became one of the most popular capstan shanties, a slow song which set a manageable pace for the crew in a heavy and lengthy task. Most versions of the song have a similar couplet at the end of each verse. In some transcriptions, the melody is written out entirely in 4/4 time; others use triple time and some arrangements use a mixture of both. In this version, the lyrics have been selected from different versions of the song. This SAB arrangement for choir and piano is intended for high school, college or amateur choir and is ideal if the number of male voices is limited. The song is set in E flat major and modulates into F major. There is only one brief divisi passage (3 measure) of sustained notes in the soprano part. The top soprano note is F5 on the top line of the treble staff and the lowest note is B♭3 just under the staff. The top alto note is B♭ (mid-staff) (B♭4) and the lowest note is also B♭3. The top baritone note is the D above the bass staff (D4) and the lowest note is the low A♭ on the bass staff (A♭2). With a running time of 04:00 this piece is enjoyable to sing and hear. It’s an essential addition to your choir’s repertoire.

SSA choir, piano and optional children's choir - Moderately Easy - Digital Download SKU: MQ.8045-E Composed by Gwyneth W. Walker. Advanced/Collegiate. Children's Sabbath/Emphasis, 21st Century, Americana, Faith, Folk Song, Hope/Assurance, Spiritual. Score & instrument part. 17 pages. E. C. Schirmer Music Company - Digital #8045-E. Published by E. C. Schirmer Music Company - Digital (MQ.8045-E). English.A new arrangement of a traditional spiritual. The character of this version is shaped by the lyrics, “I’m gonna shout and sing, until the heavens ring...� For this is a song of celebration. The Gospel Ship (i.e. a vessel of music) transports the singers above earthly troubles, on up to heaven.Music has the power to overcome daily challenges. The burden is lightened, and the weary road is shortened. Thus, the climax of this work comes with the lyrics, “your journey won’t be long if you live a life of song.� Indeed, with voices joined together, we shall go “sailing through the air!� Duration: 4:00Choral score and children's chorus part included.

Choral Choir (SAB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.945405 Composed by Stephen Foster. Arranged by Peggy Carter. Folk,Traditional. Octavo. 10 pages. Peggy Carter #5889603. Published by Peggy Carter (A0.945405). This old song sounds NEW when it uses unexpected chord changes. It starts on a D chord, and ends on a D chord, but its what happens in between that makes this arrangement interesting. The hammer dulcimer accompaniment adds its own unique sound quality. The ranges are within the reach of an upper-level elementary choir through high school choral groups. As a piece of Americana this is a program piece appropriate for general audiences.  (The hammer dulcimer was a popular instrument in 19th Century America, as evidenced by advertisements seen in the Sears Roebuck and Montgomery Ward catalogues, and by the publication of instruction books throughout the 1800s and early 1900s. In fact, the instrument enjoyed a small burst of widespread acclaim due to its being a favorite of Henry Ford, and its inclusion in Henry Ford's Old Fashioned Dance Orchestra.) Follow Choral Music by Peggy Carter and Dulcmer Music by Peggy Carter on Facebook.

Choral Choir (SSA) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.854751 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Jake Alexander. A Cappella,Folk,Traditional. Octavo. 4 pages. Jake Alexander #4848993. Published by Jake Alexander (A0.854751). A three-part, unaccompanied arrangement of this beautiful and poignant American folk song, also known as Dink's Song, for female voice choir. Approximately 2'45 in length. Also available in SAT and TTB on this site.My name is Jake Alexander - I’m a composer, arranger and choir leader based in London. I create accessible arrangements that play to the strengths of community choirs. If you would like to offer any feedback, or just want to say hi, please get in touch at jake@jakealexander.org. Also, feel free to get in touch if you would like to be sent rehearsal tracks - these are available for all of my scores. Happy singing!jakealexander.orgquaggycommunitychoir.com

Choral Choir (SAT) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.854749 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Jake Alexander. A Cappella,Folk,Traditional. Octavo. 4 pages. Jake Alexander #4848981. Published by Jake Alexander (A0.854749). A three-part, unaccompanied arrangement of this beautiful and poignant American folk song, also known as Dink's Song, for mixed voice choir. Approximately 2'45 in length. Also available in SSA and TTB on this site.My name is Jake Alexander - I’m a composer, arranger and choir leader based in London. I create accessible arrangements that play to the strengths of community choirs. If you would like to offer any feedback, or just want to say hi, please get in touch at jake@jakealexander.org. Also, feel free to get in touch if you would like to be sent rehearsal tracks - these are available for all of my scores. Happy singing!jakealexander.orgquaggycommunitychoir.com

Choral Choir (3-Part) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.854753 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Jake Alexander. A Cappella,Folk,Traditional. Octavo. 4 pages. Jake Alexander #4848999. Published by Jake Alexander (A0.854753). A three-part, unaccompanied arrangement of this beautiful and poignant American folk song, also known as Dink's Song, for male voice choir. Approximately 2'45 in length. Also available in SAT and SSA on this site.My name is Jake Alexander - I’m a composer, arranger and choir leader based in London. I create accessible arrangements that play to the strengths of community choirs. If you would like to offer any feedback, or just want to say hi, please get in touch at jake@jakealexander.org. Also, feel free to get in touch if you would like to be sent rehearsal tracks - these are available for all of my scores. Happy singing!jakealexander.orgquaggycommunitychoir.com

Choral Choir (SAT) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.854705 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Jake Alexander. A Cappella,Folk,Religious,Spiritual,Traditional. Octavo. 3 pages. Jake Alexander #4319005. Published by Jake Alexander (A0.854705). A three-part unaccompanied choral arrangement of the gorgeous American folk song, alternatively titled Down in the Valley to Pray, and The Good Old Way. Approximately 2'45 in length. Also available in SAA on this site.My name is Jake Alexander - I’m a composer, arranger and choir leader based in London. I create accessible arrangements that play to the strengths of community choirs. If you would like to offer any feedback, or just want to say hi, please get in touch at jake@jakealexander.org. Also, feel free to get in touch if you would like to be sent rehearsal tracks - these are available for all of my scores. Happy singing!jakealexander.orgquaggycommunitychoir.com

Choral Choir (SAA) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.854704 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Jake Alexander. A Cappella,Folk,Religious,Spiritual,Traditional. Octavo. 3 pages. Jake Alexander #4318999. Published by Jake Alexander (A0.854704). A three-part unaccompanied choral arrangement of the gorgeous American folk song, alternatively titled Down in the Valley to Pray, and The Good Old Way. Approximately 2'45 in length. Also available in SAT on this site.My name is Jake Alexander - I’m a composer, arranger and choir leader based in London. I create accessible arrangements that play to the strengths of community choirs. If you would like to offer any feedback, or just want to say hi, please get in touch at jake@jakealexander.org. Also, feel free to get in touch if you would like to be sent rehearsal tracks - these are available for all of my scores. Happy singing!jakealexander.orgquaggycommunitychoir.com

Choral Choir (3-Part) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1115366 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Jake Alexander. A Cappella,Folk,Religious,Spiritual,Traditional. Octavo. 3 pages. Jake Alexander #717164. Published by Jake Alexander (A0.1115366). A three-part unaccompanied choral arrangement of the gorgeous American folk song, alternatively titled Down in the Valley to Pray, and The Good Old Way. Approximately 2'45 in length. Also available in SAT on this site. My name is Jake Alexander - I’m a composer, arranger and choir leader based in London. I create accessible arrangements that play to the strengths of community choirs. If you would like to offer any feedback, or just want to say hi, please get in touch at jake@jakealexander.org. Also, feel free to get in touch if you would like to be sent rehearsal tracks - these are available for all of my scores. Happy singing!jakealexander.orgquaggycommunitychoir.com

Choral Choir (SAT) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.854708 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Jake Alexander. A Cappella,Country,Folk,Religious,Spiritual. Octavo. 6 pages. Jake Alexander #4319043. Published by Jake Alexander (A0.854708). A three-part unaccompanied choral arrangement of this mighty American folk song, alternatively titled Run On for a Long Time. Approximately 2'45 in length.My name is Jake Alexander - I’m a composer, arranger and choir leader based in London. I create accessible arrangements that play to the strengths of community choirs. If you would like to offer any feedback, or just want to say hi, please get in touch at jake@jakealexander.org. Also, feel free to get in touch if you would like to be sent rehearsal tracks - these are available for all of my scores. Happy singing!jakealexander.orgquaggycommunitychoir.com