Alfred Choral Designs

Words inspired by and borrowed from traditional American folk songs are set to sprightly new music, resulting in a hand-clappin', knee-slappin', highly rhythmic original. Add the optional string bass...

Now available for SSA. This enchanting winter selection that is sure to be a rewarding choral experience. Delicate minor mode sonorities warm the icy theme. Vivid poetic imagery draws the listener in.

Now available for SSA. This enchanting winter selection that is sure to be a rewarding choral experience. Delicate minor mode sonorities warm the icy theme. Vivid poetic imagery draws the listener in.

This sweet setting of the famous Scottish folk song generously passes the melody from voice to voice, while gently stretching the traditional rhythms of the piece. Piano players will enjoy the flowing...

A plaintive oboe solo floats above an expressive piano accompaniment in this inspired arrangement of the much-loved American folk song. Featuring unique harmonic twists and turns, and a gradual broade...

A plaintive oboe solo floats above an expressive piano accompaniment in this inspired arrangement of the much-loved American folk song. Featuring unique harmonic twists and turns, and a gradual broade...

A solemn reflection on parting with the promise to return: these feelings are beautifully expressed in this sensitive arrangement of the 18th-century English folk ballad. An optional cello part dives...

A solemn reflection on parting with the promise to return: these feelings are beautifully expressed in this sensitive arrangement of the 18th-century English folk ballad. An optional cello part dives...

How fun! A unique setting of words adapted from a familiar English folk song. Handclaps, leg taps, and brushing palms decorate each voice part from the first statement of their independent line to the...

How fun! A unique setting of words adapted from a familiar English folk song. Handclaps, leg taps, and brushing palms decorate each voice part from the first statement of their independent line to the...

This traditional Ukrainian lullaby is characterized by a somber minor key and heartfelt rubato. A beautifully sparse treatment invites ensembles to personalize their performance by including the optio...

This traditional Ukrainian lullaby is characterized by a somber minor key and heartfelt rubato. A beautifully sparse treatment invites ensembles to personalize their performance by including the optio...

This traditional Chinese folk song tells of a young lad who travels far from his village, holding fond memories of a loved one. After an expressive opening solo, the tempo picks up in this authentic a...

This traditional Chinese folk song tells of a young lad who travels far from his village, holding fond memories of a loved one. After an expressive opening solo, the tempo picks up in this authentic a...

Jay Althouse told us he thought Marta Keen's HOMEWARD BOUND was one of the finest pieces he's ever arranged. And we think it might be one of Jay's best arrangements. The haunting, folk-like melody ope...

Jay Althouse told us he thought Marta Keen's HOMEWARD BOUND was one of the finest pieces he's ever arranged. And we think it might be one of Jay's best arrangements. The haunting, folk-like melody ope...

Folksy and fun, this arrangement of the American folk song 'Pick a Bale of Cotton' includes foot stomps, handclaps, knee slaps, canonic counterpoint, a long-tone descant, and a whole lot more! Brian L...

There's just so much fun to be had with this sometimes tender, sometimes rollicking medley by accomplished arranger Jay Althouse. Five folk songs are combined into a thematic story which cleverly chro...

Three-Part Mixed Perform two traditional mass settings in a whole new way with this exciting original which means 'African Kyrie and Sanctus.' Your singers will be inspired by the tribal rhythms and s...

Sally and Jay are known for their excellent multicultural compositions and this new one continues the tradition in a whole new way. 'All the people sing in harmony' loosely translates the message of t...

Based On A Southern Folk Hymn This adaptation of an American folk hymn has a fascinating text: Sun don't set in the mornin', and Water don't rise when the stars glow. But, ultimately, light shines ove...

Based On A Southern Folk Hymn This adaptation of an American folk hymn has a fascinating text: Sun don't set in the mornin', and Water don't rise when the stars glow. But, ultimately, light shines ove...

Kuna Karamu means 'let's celebrate' in Swahili. The African rhythms add excitement, and the combination English/Swahili text is a celebration of the beauty of life. Add your choice of rhythm instrumen...

Kuna Karamu means 'let's celebrate' in Swahili. The African rhythms add excitement, and the combination English/Swahili text is a celebration of the beauty of life. Add your choice of rhythm instrumen...

Kuna Karamu means 'let's celebrate' in Swahili. The African rhythms add excitement, and the combination English/Swahili text is a celebration of the beauty of life. Add your choice of rhythm instrumen...