Folk & Folklore Sheet Music Downloads (PDF)

What do Yankee Doodle, Old Joe Clark, Black Eyed Susie, Aunt Rhodie, Cindy, Susanna, Jeannie With The Light Brown Hair, Sweet Betsy From Pike, Clementine, and My Bonnie have in common? They're all fam...

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 voca...

Energy and handclaps abound in this joyful arrangement of an Israeli folk song. The fun-to-say Hebrew words are translated in the second verse as opposing sections of the choir play a call-and-respons...

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...

A fresh, new arrangement of an American folk song designed exclusively for 2-part voices. It's an 'add-on' song with a new animal introduced with every verse. Each animal sings a distinctive call, suc...

There are many arrangements of this traditional Shaker song, but this one brings a fresh approach. Simple, American folk elements combine with contemporary, new-age sounds as the beloved melody weaves...

It's hand-clappin', foot-stompin', whistle-blowin' fun to sing this new arrangement of the amusing American folk song. This campfire classic turned classroom favorite is available in three equally app...

In any language, peace is a beautiful thing. Perform this African-style rhythmic number for a great cross-cultural addition to any concert or festival. The text alternates between English and Swahili,...

The 'Klezmer' music of this traditional Hebrew folk song is vibrant and tuneful, while the text is an impassioned cry for peace. A canonic counterline animates the second verse, and the choral writing...

This lovely French-Canadian folk song is arranged in a sophisticated, yet achievable manner. Incorporates echo singing, basic 2-part harmony, and partner song elements. With only eight French words to...

Based on a short Russian phrase commonly spoken by a mother to a child, this delicate lullaby delights with its lilting triple meter and haunting melodic theme.

Contemporary harmonies shimmer over the rolling piano accompaniment in this superb arrangement of a folk favorite. A must-have!

What a fantastic and dynamic change of pace for any concert! A Maori (New Zealand) proverb is presented both in chant and in song with great multicultural rhythms and fun-to-sing echoes. Featured on S...

This rhythmic call and response song from East Africa is so much fun to sing! The traditional harmonies are easy to find, with just a touch of optional divisi toward the end. A joyful song of praise.

This innovative arrangement presents the well-known American folk song with a jazzy twist. Unexpected, but highly creative, it's something truly different for concert or jazz groups.

This authentic Thai folk song is sung at annual Loy Krathong festivals while floating candles illuminate the water. The original English text of this enchanting two-part arrangement allows you to teac...

With lively African percussion parts and a straightforward, modular, call-and-response style, this authentic folk song arrangement pulls together in a snap. Solo and duet sections also offer opportuni...

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...

Feature a student or adult fiddle player on this rousing arrangement of four favorite folk tunes from the heart of America. Ranges in the 3-part mixed edition are spot on for developing voices, and cu...

A folk-infused ballad celebrating the miracle of Hanukkah. Originally recorded by '90s pop sensation Lisa Loeb, this reflective change-of-pace choral features a rhythmic yet mellow accompaniment and s...

Black as the midnight, and white as the snow; gold as the sunshine, my cat of calico.' A bouncy and buoyant melody is supported by a folk-song-style piano accompaniment and some easy-to-sing harmonic...

This charming Swiss folk song evokes the sound of yodelers hiking the Alps. The arrangement makes splendid use of a multitude of choral textures, generously passing the melody between all voices in th...

A great fit for choirs of any age or ability! Harry Belafonte sang this joyful West Indies song on his 1956 album Calypso. Dr. Robinson's arrangement has just the right amount of repetition versus dev...

Clamoring to join the sea song craze? Here's an exceptionally well-prepared traditional sea ballad that is equal parts authentic and enjoyable. Dating back to the mid 1700s, this rollicking nautical a...

All aboard for a bouncy rendition of the authentic American train song, a song that has been recorded by many folk artists through the generations. The largely pentatonic tune truly chugs along and in...