Folk & Folklore Sheet Music Downloads (PDF)

This traditional folk tune begins softly and subtly, since mama don't allow no fiddle, banjo, or any type of playin' 'round here! As the arrangement progresses, confidence builds: We don't care what m...

Subtitled Danza Arabia, this powerful and thrilling work, written and recorded by the popular California Guitar Trio, has a middle-eastern flair that will bring down the house. Optional drum set reall...

Based on four hauntingly bittersweet waltzes from the 1700s, these Swedish dances are charming and timeless. Each waltz has a unique character, yet the four blend together seamlessly as the piece move...

Experience Celtic festivals, maypoles, and country fairs in this spirited and lively piece. Set in an easy 6/8 time, players are transported back to a time of ancient dances and celebrations in Irelan...

Experience Celtic festivals, maypoles, and country fairs in this spirited and lively piece. Set in an easy 6/8 time, players are transported back to a time of ancient dances and celebrations in Irelan...

Experience the Spanish styles of the late 19th century in this clever original for strings! Melodies are shared equally across the ensemble without sounding contrived, and there are many stylistic tea...

This ideal concert opener is also a wonderful vehicle to teach low 2 fingerings to violinists. Originally from Gaspar Sanz's Suite Española, the entire piece is based on several variations on a contin...

This delightful folk-style work includes several pieces inspired by Venice. Included are the Mendelssohn Venetian Boat Song, the Neopolitan song O Sole Mio, and the popular Carnival of Venice. A light...

The lush textures of this timeless melody are seamlessly woven into a tapestry of pure emotion. Plaintive yet sophisticated, the piece opens with a yearning three-note motif that softly spreads throug...

Enjoy this comical depiction of a seaside car ride complete with honking horns and passing bicyclists. A wealth of special effects makes this one of a kind! In addition to the comic relief, students g...

Students will master dotted quarter note rhythms as they study this arrangement of two well-paired tunes: MacPherson's Farewell and the venerable Auld Lange Syne. Tempo remains constant throughout and...

Students will master dotted quarter note rhythms as they study this arrangement of two well-paired tunes: MacPherson's Farewell and the venerable Auld Lange Syne. Tempo remains constant throughout and...

This beautiful, traditional Catalonian song, also titled El Noi de la Mere (The Mother's Child), has been sung as a Christmas carol; however, it is also quite popular with classical guitarists. Folk-l...

Meet the ultimate fusion of fun styles with this vivacious work that combines the enthusiasm of a sailing crew with the lively dance rhythms in fiddle music! The infectious tune immediately grabs the...

Experience the energy and excitement of the world famous Taiwanese night markets with this highly spirited work! Largely in minor mode, Streets of Shilin covers a wide scope of styles and will be an i...

This lively Icelandic vikivaki folk song makes a great opener or closer and calls for stomping by the orchestra members. Telling the tragic tale of Olaf and his deadly encounter with an elf maiden, th...

Inspired by Ukrainian folk melodies, this highly spirited work is captivating in every way! As the fiery opening statement is unleashed, students project pure excitement to the very end. Optional perc...

The bittersweet longing for a love across cultural boundaries begins this visit to Ireland with The Flower of Magherally and solo opportunities for your principal violist. A boisterous slip jig in 9/8...

The farmer is celebrated fiddle-style in this trio of folk songs: Old McDonald, The Farmer in the Dell, and Oats, Peas, Beans, and Barley Grow. While expanding their bow length with the legato long-sh...

This arrangement allows students to explore a full range of expression and further develop musicality as individuals and ensemble. The beautiful, yet plaintive melody weaves seamlessly through several...

Inspired by the composer's hike through Ireland, this music paints the vivid scene of a centuries-old building packed with locals who were clapping, stomping and singing along with a popular tradition...

Featuring string quartet and orchestra, this tour de force follows a few straggling Irish musicians (the quartet) who find themselves in a junkyard picking up scrap instruments. As the quartet begins...

Featuring string quartet and orchestra, this tour de force follows a few straggling Irish musicians (the quartet) who find themselves in a junkyard picking up scrap instruments. As the quartet begins...

This lively, energetic piece is based on two original reels that incorporate a lot of fun techniques for all instruments. A drone in the middle section is reminiscent of Scottish bagpipes and utilizes...

This lively folk song celebrates early-American life of riding on a wagon. Spirited themes combine with engaging harmonic and rhythmic writing throughout, with engaging parts for all members of the or...