Folk & Folklore Sheet Music Downloads (PDF)

Only Mark Hayes could write such a spectacularly beautiful arrangement of this timeless, emotional Irish air. It opens expressively, with an optional flute, and builds, but culminates in a touching, p...

The music of Asia needs to be a part of your cross-cultural musical experiences, and this Korean folk song is an excellent choice. The melody is one of the most popular of all Asian folk songs and for...

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.

Johnny could be the perfect boyfriend . . . if he'd only show up on time! Your girls will love singing this novelty arrangement of the traditional folk song made relevant for today's daters with the a...

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

This authentic Zulu folk song is a perfect fit for mixed and treble choirs in three parts. The multicultural groove of rhythmic choral parts is routinely punctuated by brief solos and joyful handclaps...

The melody flows like a traditional southern folk tune, and the text, like a pastoral poem, but all of the material is original. A delightful piano accompaniment underscores fluid voice parts in mostl...

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.

A breathtaking combination of two simple folks songs, newly available for SSA. The artistic treatment of these two favorites will raise your choir to a new level of excellence. Opulently expressive.

Jay's particularly folky accompaniment features a jaunty piano with optional bass and percussion. Fully arranged with new harmonic and rhythmic content on each subsequent verse. Rollicking and fun, 'd...

Simply stunning. A gently flowing accompaniment beautifully complements the transparent choral texture, and an extended coda provides the perfect close to this Appalachian-inspired arrangement. Unlike...

Like waves of an ocean carrying a boat, the lilting triple-meter of this ageless Scottish folk tune supports warm choral tones. Lush and embracing, it's a lovely ballad for concert or contest. To make...

These charming folk songs may be performed together or separately. The set opens with a lilting waltz, follows with a tender lullaby, and concludes with a playful cuckoo song. Each of the brief moveme...

While the origins of this sublime love ballad are uncertain (either Ireland or Scotland), its beauty is undeniable. The melancholy traditional text speaks of trading all worldly trappings for 'handsom...

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.

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 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...

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...

Julie Knowles' SSA setting of this Old Irish air has become a classic. Now you can also perform this expressive arrangement with your mixed and 2-part choirs. Lush, harmonic choral writing--Julie at h...

Der Choral ist in Schweden jedem Kind bekannt und wird oft gesungen. Seine eingängigen Tonfolgen bereichern auch den deutschen Gottesdienst oder das geistliche Konzert. Für die schwedische Aussprache...

Composing soulful and expressive choral music has been the trademark of Alwin Michael Schronen for many years. A hauntingly beautiful testimony to that is his arrangement of Sally Gardens for upper vo...