Folk Songs Of Many Lands is a collection of over 70 different traditional lays melodies dance and tunes from across Europe and beyond. They were gathered and published in 1911 by John Spencer Curwen(1847-1916) who took over his father’s publishing company and encouraged musical competitions among amateur musicians. The songs have all been arranged for two Voices and Piano.Percy Eastman Fletcher (1879-1932)was a British composer and musical director whose varied output encompassed theatre cantatas orchestral music brass band competition pieces settings of folk songs and much more. Unfortunately many of his works are nowlargely forgotten but they are probably one of the most under-appreciated gems of English light music.

Shirley McRae is best known for the exquisite way she arranges folk songs... they capture the nationality of their origin so perfectly. This gentle English folk song expresses the longing of separated lovers. Designed for children's and middle school choirs.

(Liang zhi lao hu) Discovery Level 2-Based on a Chinese folk song here is a delightful mixture of Mandarin and English of original material and folk music all with a clever incorporation of the tune Frer? Jacques. Available separately: 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:45.

(Russian Folk Song) Discovery Level 2-You'll thrill to the wintry sights and sounds that this sparkling Russian folksong evokes as it celebrates the first snowfall of winter! Perform it in English or with the very short and easily-learned Russian text this will be adelightful choice for holiday and winter programs. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD.

(Kojo No Tsuki)-An ancient Japanese folk song with a beautiful evocative text forms the basis of this stunning work. Includes English and Japanese lyrics. Available: 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 3:15.

Guter Mond Du Gehst So Stille-A German folk song arranged and translated to English by Murgatroyd Farrar.

Celebrate Hanukkah with this energetic Hebrew folk song arranged for every age level. The spirited story of brave Maccabeus is told in English and Hebrew text with a lively accompaniment that helps create the joyful mood.

Betelehemu - African Noel - Siyahamba-Sally Albrecht combines three celebrated African folk songs into one exuberant arrangement for choirs of all levels from elementary through high school. Pulsating rhythms and a joyous layering of vocal parts build to an explosive finish. Sing this cross-cultural gem in Swahili and English for seasonal concerts or use the alternate 'Alleluya' text all year long. A lively African feel SoundTrax is available or add your own rhythm instruments.

This delightful setting of three traditional folksongs reflects the joy of the holiday season in the midst of the cold dark Scandinavian winter. The carols would be sung on Christmas Eve when stars twinkle brightly in the skyand families and friends join hands and dance around the Christmas tree! An excellent addition to multicultural programs! Songs include two from Norway: Jeg er Så Glad O Jul med din Glede and one from Denmark:Deilig er den Himmel Blå. Opt. English lyrics also included. Duration: ca. 3:30.