SKU: F2.FM545

ISBN 9790570484447.

'Just As The Tide Was A'Flowin' is a simple arrangement which should be performed accordingly. Make sure the melody is always prominent whichever instrument takes it. 'The Salley Gardens' is of Irish origin with words by W.B. Yeats. I have tried to create a rather dream-like atmosphere; the quaver passages should flow smoothly with the phrasing well observed. 'The Wraggle-Taggle Gypsies' should rollick along with good contrast between the slurred and staccato notes. 'The Water Is Wide', although of Scottish origin, was included in Cecil Sharpe's 'Folk Songs from Somerset'. It's in a contemplative style; again, make sure the melody line is never over-powered by the other instruments. 'Drunken Sailor' should be played with great humour, preferably after a few tots of rum!

SKU: A0.818144

The Skye Boat Song is a romantic and political song about the escape of Bonnie Prince Charlie from the English across the ocean (little more than a mile or two!) after the battle of Culloden in 1746. This a new arrangement of the traditional Scottish folksong for 4-part male voice barbershop choir by Philip Le Bas is intended to be reasonably straightforward to sing, but with plenty of dramatic intensity. There is sense of tragedy in the song, but notice the final dark threat that Charlie will come again....

SKU: A0.980889

SKY SONG is based on the traditional Scottish folksong Skye Boat Song, arranged by Melanie Mitrano for voice, Bb clarinet or oboe, and piano.  The score, including cover and parts, is 13 pages long, published by Ivy Cottage Press (ASCAP).  Two accompanying recordings are also available here for download:  one with all three parts to assist in learning the piece (Sky Song Study Recording), and one without the vocal line for class and individual practice (Sky Song Practice Track).

This piece is part of the Primary Studies in Vocal Chamber Music collection, the goal of which is to provide an entree into the world of collaborative music-making for the solo singer that is accessible to all levels and voice types.  The arrangements are suitable for use in either a private vocal studio or group voice class.

The vocal range (medium voice) is practical for all, deliberately within comfortable limits for any voice type, male or female.  The piano part is specifically designed to be feasible for student or teacher accompanists, and includes chord symbols for those less adept pianists who wish to improvise or alter the accompaniment as needed.  While the instrumental part is more elaborate, it is still suitable for either music students or professionals.  All scores are printed in concert key for the instructor’s ease.

Questions or comments may be directed to www.melaniemitrano.com.

SKU: A0.1070153

This mp3 is a midi recording of SKY SONG, based on the traditional Scottish folksong Skye Boat Song, arranged by Melanie Mitrano for voice, Bb clarinet or oboe, and piano.  This study recording includes all three voices, to assist in learning the piece. 

This piece is part of the Primary Studies in Vocal Chamber Music collection, the goal of which is to provide an entree into the world of collaborative music-making for the solo singer that is accessible to all levels and voice types.  The arrangements are suitable for use in either a private vocal studio or group voice class.

SKU: A0.1070154

This mp3 is a midi recording of SKY SONG, based on the traditional Scottish folksong Skye Boat Song, arranged by Melanie Mitrano for voice, Bb clarinet or oboe, and piano.  This practice track is minus the vocal line, for class and individual rehearsal.

This piece is part of the Primary Studies in Vocal Chamber Music collection, the goal of which is to provide an entree into the world of collaborative music-making for the solo singer that is accessible to all levels and voice types.  The arrangements are suitable for use in either a private vocal studio or group voice class.

SKU: A0.820259

A milestone album of ten world-famous songs by Scotland’s immortal bard Robert Burns. The melodies (in medium range singing keys) are the familiar traditional ones but arranged by Scottish composer Alan A Craig with previously unavailable concert piano accompaniments. 

The stunning new arrangements of timeless classics such as My Luve is Like a Red, Red Rose, Auld Lang Syne and Ae Fond Kiss lend a fresh lease of life to the beloved folksongs and finally enable classical musicians or students to present them for concert and recital performances or Scottish themed events. Also included is the brand new musical setting of Burns’ iconic Address to a Haggis.

SKU: A0.1161476

This tune, thought to be a Scottish-Irist folksong, has morphed over time with many masterful interpretations,  This tender courting song is an invitation to go'pull wild mountain thyme taht grows around the blooming heather as the summer approaches.' Arranged for 4-part SATB ensemble to be performed a cappella.  Performance time: 3:15.

SKU: A0.1113858

Many Scottish folksongs were written for voice or bagpipes, but this recording is an original piano arrangement by Bryce Russell.

SKU: A0.1324458

Ideal for the KS3 classroom, this arrangement of a Scottish folksong complete with keyboard letter names features the well-known melody in the right hand, and a two-note chordal left hand. There is also an optional countermelody. This piece would suit topics such as folk music or traditional music.