Folk & Folklore Sheet Music Downloads (PDF)

Several American folksongs combine to create a fascinating collage of sound and color in this accessible setting. Accompanied by piano and optional conga and mandolin, the vocal lines are layered, sun...

Now available in an SATB voicing, this simple Sephardic folksong offers a tender message over a gentle and flowing accompaniment. A wonderful concert/festival selection! Available separately: SATB, 3-...

This Appalachian folk melody for mixed voices and piano counterpoints with the plaintive cello obbligato to create a setting of deep expression and moving emotion. Stunning! Available separately: SATB...

This Appalachian folk melody for mixed voices and piano counterpoints with the plaintive cello obbligato to create a setting of deep expression and moving emotion. Stunning! Available separately: SATB...

Three classic songs of the American west combine in this short medley that is ideal for mixed and male choirs, especially in programs of folk or American themes. Includes: The Old Chisholm Trail; Whoo...

In the tradition of her Songs of the World series that has been so successful, Judy Herrington has created a marvelous arrangement of this Bolivian lullaby. The 2-part version (HL00117146) released la...

What fun to sing this new arrangement of the popular Irish folk song accompanied with a sprightly piano, optional flute and hand drum. Your singers will feel as if they are on the Emerald Isle as they...

What fun to sing this new arrangement of the popular Irish folk song accompanied with a sprightly piano, optional flute and hand drum. Your singers will feel as if they are on the Emerald Isle as they...

David Crowder's music is raw and authentic, creating powerful responses from his audiences. This arrangement maintains the folk song heaviness of the original and adds a choral component to inject a s...

Here is a melody in a haunting, melancholy style like a Schubert Lied. As the singers lament Why do I long for you so? the music reflects the message you are my unrest. This is a beautiful concert set...

Based on a folk song from Ghana, additional melodies and harmonies are added to make this a stylish, swing anthem. This is a happy song of welcome and will make a wonderful, upbeat opener to your conc...

The title of this Yiddish folk song informs us that a Balalaika will at least be inferred in the music. This wonderfully authentic arrangement does just that. It also includes a clarinet obligato (inc...

Venislovas is a Lithuanian composer whose piece has been selected for the Bruce Rogers series. A folk-song like piece the text is about an encounter between a maiden and a soldier in the woods. It is...

This classic African American folksong has a mesmerizing quality that will captivate singers and listeners, with an easy give-and-take between the voices and a relaxed groove that SAB choirs will enjo...

This American folk classic makes a fine choice for young choirs' concert and festival programming. An excellent selection for building tone and blend, it also includes a simple guitar part for student...

From northern England comes this delightful folk song that works well for both mixed and women's choirs. A bright bouncy piano accompaniment, rhythmic vocal lines and humorous text create a lively arr...

Several traditional Irish blessings beautifully combined together with a simple vocal arrangement. The piano accompaniment is thoughtfully contemporary which brings great appeal to younger singers. A...

Several traditional Irish blessings beautifully combined together with a simple vocal arrangement. The piano accompaniment is thoughtfully contemporary which brings great appeal to younger singers. A...

Though this is an original work, it sounds like an American folk song of long ago. Simple and legato harmonic writing accompanied by optional cello presents a text about the strength and beauty of the...

Though this is an original work, it sounds like an American folk song of long ago. Simple and legato harmonic writing accompanied by optional cello presents a text about the strength and beauty of the...

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...

Jack Halloran's arrangement of this Stephen Foster favorite has become a classic, performed by choirs from Chanticleer to the best university chorales in the world. This revoicing opens the door for h...

Based on the Ghana folksong, 'Nanuma,' this anthem highlights important elements of worship: praising God in song, praying, and going forth to share God's love. Written for children, youth, and adults...

This entertaining and straightforward arrangement for choirs was written by master arranger Philip Lawson and will be popular with choirs and audiences alike.

Composer Ralph Manuel sets the well-known text How Can I Keep from Singing? for mixed chorus and piano with an optional obbligato for two violins.