Easy Sheet Music from Hal Leonard for Beginners

This bright and festive work opens with an upbeat and rhythmic A section, full of fun syncopations and interesting meter changes, transitioning into a lyrical and flowing B section and finally returni...

The husband and wife writing team of Felice Bryant and Diadorius Boudleaux wrote numerous hits for artists like Buddy Holly and the Everly Brothers in the '50s and '60s. This bluegrass standard, one o...

This reflective poetry by Sara Teasdale forms the lyric framework for this lovely 2-Part setting. Ideal for encouraging a light head voice tone, phrasing and dynamic contrast in young choirs.

This artful original work celebrates the friendship between a bird and a child who both feel like outsiders. When they sing a duet, the exuberant spirit of their song brings everyone together. Your tr...

John Denver's enduring and classic ode to West Virginia. This signature song and official state anthem continues to be one of Denver's best-selling recordings nearly 50 years on. Deftly set by Roger E...

Using constant and flowing eighth notes in the piano accompaniment along with overlapping echoes in the voices to mirror the sound of a steady rainfall, here is a beautiful setting of the James Joyce...

A simple bossa nova chorus giving way to jazzy swung verses gives this Perry Como favorite a breath of fresh air. With an optional, accessible flute part, this breezy arrangement contains elements of...

Solfege Mambo draws heavily upon Latin American traditions of syncopation, staccato movement and rhythmic expression. With a text that teaches as well as entertains, this piece practically begs you to...

A message to live by: This is my epic moment; it's where I belong! This piece offers a lesson in modern theater style empowered by powerful lyrics and unforgettable music.

This Appalachian folk song is a standard among folk, country and blue grass bands. This arrangement takes advantage of the lyrics and uses them like a percussion instrument. Terraced dynamics are used...

Sing of good things, not bad is certainly a wonderful mantra for all of us and it is the theme of this iconic Joe Raposo song from Sesame Street. With a driving and rhythmic piano accompaniment here i...

From the computer generated animated Disney series THE DESCENDANTS: WICKED this up beat, dance groove song addresses the importance of team work and friendship. A wonderful message for young people to...

This classic Frank Loesser song from the Broadway musical Guys and Dolls gets better with age. With an easy swing style, ranges that are perfect for young singers and a timeless message this is a perf...

Combining a new song of patriotism with the much beloved My Country 'tis of Thee this is a wonderful addition to any patriotic concert. The meter for My Country.. has been changed from 3/4 to 4/4 whic...

Here is a modern take on the beautiful 15th century chant. With driving and syncopated rhythms, this is a sure fire hit for your Christmas program.

This is a story song reflecting on the sights and sounds of the holiday season. The experience of telling a story through song is a valuable lesson for singers of all ages. Light staging and acting ar...

This is a favorite song for connecting music to American history and culture! Singers in elementary and middle school will gain important performance skills and sound their best with this easily learn...

Joyful Latin phrases echo back and forth in this spirited original work for young singers. Well-written melodies combine in logical style building to a buoyant final descant making this an excellent s...

From the majestic opening through the lively verses of this French carol, younger and developing choirs will enjoy displaying their choral performance skill. Festive and filled with joy!

Young singers can discover the sights and sounds of the Scottish Hebrides and an ancient chant sung by the people of that remote location. This setting includes original music that frames the chant an...

This gentle song from the folk era of the 1960s achieved even greater popularity when it was performed by John Denver and the Muppets in 1979 in their Christmas special and subsequent album. Now a cla...

In the Congo, the song Banaha has been used in many occasions throughout history, including weddings! With a language unknown in origin, this melody should feel instantly familiar and comfortable. Inc...