Take a quick journey through the lives of several folk song characters in this clever medley. Quickly-learned it's a great encore piece for younger choirs. Includes: Cindy Jeannie with the Light Brown Hair Lil Liza Jane Old Folks at Home and Old Joe Clark.Available separately: 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:40.

Songs Of A Rainbow Nation comprises four great songs from South Africa arranged for soprano alto and combined men's voices with a straightforward piano accompaniment - ideal for beginner choirs and for choirs in which the male singers are few or at the stage when their voices are changing. Included are: Hamba Lulu - a wedding song with a gentle comforting rhythm; Jesu Ukukhanya - featuring a call-and-response structure where a simple solo line is followed by a choral answer; Si Njay Njay Njay - a joyfully exuberant song with an infectious rhythm which can also beperformed a cappella with some optional percussion for greater effect; and Weeping - a South African pop song from the band Bright Blue which uses as its chorus the refrain from the Zulu anthem N’kosi Sikeleli Africa (God Bless Africa).  If you enjoy these songs try L’Estrange’s hit cantata Zimbe! Come sing the songs of Africa!  The arrangements form part of the Choral Basics series which has been carefully designed to provide rewarding varied repertoire for beginner choirs. Perfect for singers of all ages the series offers attractive idiomatic arrangements for SA and SA/Men choirs with carefully considered vocal ranges and straightforward piano accompaniments that support the singers. Embracing world music spirituals folk song pop classics hit shows and original pieces this series offers everything a budding choir could wish for.

Songs of Wartime contains three varied songs associated with the First World War skilfully arranged by Alexander L’Estrange. A rousing march (It’s a Long Way to Tipperary) a hopeful ballad (Keep the Home Fires Burning) and a wistfully romantic song (If You were the Only Girl in the World) offer glimpses into the hearts and minds of those who lived during the ‘Great War’ – and are testimony to the powerful role of music in times of trouble. The Choral Basics series has been carefully designed to provide rewarding varied repertoire for beginnerchoirs. Perfect for singers of all ages the series offers attractive idiomatic arrangements for SA and SAMen choirs with carefully considered vocal ranges and straightforward piano accompaniments that support the singers. Embracing world music spirituals folk song pop classics hit shows and original pieces this series offers everything a budding choir could wish for.

This fast-paced two-part work by Earlene Rentz incorporates the folk songs Shoo-Fly Old Brass Wagon and Skip to My Lou independently and in partner form. It's a fun way to introduce easy harmony to young singers aswell as our American folksong heritage and is a good opportunity to incorporate dance and choreography in the classroom or stage. Available separately: 2-part choral; StudioTrax A/P CD.

No. 5 Auld Lang Syne-Auld Lang Syne is an instantly recognisable song most commonly associated with the turn of a new year voicing proud sentimentality for friendship bygones and merriment. No.5 from a Scottish Folk Song Suite penned by the great Scottish poet Robert Burns who set his text to an old Scots tune. A heart-felt and warming air a wonderful journey into nostalgia praising friendships and optimistic for the future. Fabulously arranged for two-part Treble Voices with Piano or Harp accompaniment by Lee R. Kesselman.

One of Shirley McRae's greatests gifts is capturing the essence of other cultures in song. This Inner Mongolian Folk Song is no exception. Incorporating a few handbells a bell tree and an oboe bring an authentic color to the arrangement.

Audiences will thrill to this exciting medley of Russian folk favorites. Available: TTB 2-Part 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 4:30.

and other classic Scottish melodies- Three popular Scottish folksongs arranged for soprano and alto with a straightforward piano accompaniment. Auld lang syne (meaning ‘old long since’) is a popular New Year’s Eve song in many parts of the world and is included here along with the beautiful Afton Water and the well-known Skye Boat Song.   The arrangements are part of the Choral Basics Series which has been carefully designed to provide rewarding varied repertoire for beginner choirs. Perfect for singers of all ages the series offers attractive idiomaticarrangements for SA and SAMen choirs with carefully considered vocal ranges and straightforward piano accompaniments that support the singers. Embracing world music spirituals folk song pop classics hit shows and original pieces this series offers everything a budding choir could wish for.

This partner song arrangement of the best-loved American folk song 'The Water Is Wide' features a new, folk-like, counter-melody. Moderate vocal ranges. The extended 'echo' section is perfect for developing ages of any age. Flowing piano accompaniment. The 2-part voicing includes a descant which may be performed by a C instrument such as flute or bells. Destined to become a choral classic! / 2 Parties Mixtes

This playful song was modelled after folk songs that play with our imagination and make us laugh. Like many songs passed along over generations the words range from far-fetched to absurd. So don't be surprised to find dogs sheep and hens singing along in this song!

These three hit Christmas songs are arranged for soprano and alto voices with a straightforward piano accompaniment. Featured are: Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree  Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! and All I Want For Christmas Is You.   The arrangements are part of the Choral Basics Series which has been carefully designed to provide rewarding varied repertoire for beginner choirs. Perfect for singers of all ages the series offers attractive idiomatic arrangements for SA and SAMen choirs with carefully considered vocal ranges and straightforward pianoaccompaniments that support the singers. Embracing world music spirituals folk song pop classics hit shows and original pieces this series offers everything a budding choir could wish for. 

Jill Gallina has paired two favorite folk songs about love and freedom for a partner-song that is sure to please. “If I Had a Hammer” and “Ring Those Bells!” are both songs with powerful messages and a callto action. This energetic coupling has it all – rhythmic spoken parts catchy melodies and lively accompaniment. “Ring Those Bells!” is excellent for use in the music classroom for the study of folk songs partner-songs or for practicing rhythm skills and syncopation. It is also a great novelty piece for concert use at any time of the year.

This lovely Spanish folk song melody has been given an original partner-song by Jill Gallina. Legato lines with a flowing accompaniment Spanish text and interesting counterpoint of the partner-song create a wonderful teaching andlearning opportunity and a beautiful performance experience for singers and audiences. Available separately: 2-part Choral; StudioTrax A/P CD.