Folk & Folklore Sheet Music Downloads (PDF)

Teaching opportunities abound in this irresistible setting of a traditional American folk tune. The modal melody is in pentatonic, easy ostinato-like countermelodies make the part-singing a snap, and...

Here is a traditional Lakota lullaby that was often sung by mothers towards their young boys. The Lakota language has become nearly extinct but composer/arranger Linthicum-Blackhorse has made it his l...

This beautiful new setting of the southern folk hymn is focused toward younger voices. It asks the singers to reflect on what it feels like to be alone. In spite of the seemingly countless opportuniti...

A lively piano accompaniment with optional percussion and body percussion adds energy to this spirited Scottish folk song. The lyrics are filled with nonsense and fun making a humorous choice for prog...

Commissioned and premiered at the 2023 ACDA National Conference for the SATB honor choir, directed by Eugene Rogers. This is an Afro-Puerto Rican folk style bomba, one of the oldest musical traditions...

J'ai vu le loup is a French folk song that dates to the medieval era. Many versions of the song exist, but they all feature animals imitating humans by dancing, laughing, and singing. This arrangement...

This new treatment of Joni Mitchell's iconic hit has transformed the folk music staple into a powerful piece for concert choir. The arrangement adds a poignant weight to the serious message of the lyr...

A well-known seasonal folk song is given wings in a text designed especially for Advent. Articulating the themes of hope, peace, love, joy and light, this winsome tune is creatively arranged for choir...

Professor Sharon Gratto has built a career providing historial context to multicultural and folk music. This time, she delves into the richness of the Welsh tradition. This medley incorporates three W...

Once again, Mark Butler has produced a top-notch, inspiring original composition styled as a ballad for soloists, choir, piano, viola and bass. If your choir is blessed with two soulful soloists, this...

The exciting music of this Russian folk song is set with original lyrics and in a fabulous, partner-style arrangement capturing the joy and bounce of a troika ride! Three harnessed horses, sleigh bell...

One of earliest known American ballads, this folk song sings of Timothy Myrick, who died of a poisonous snake bite. While the original take was heartfelt, it has been passed down to become a more come...

One of the earliest known American ballads, this folk song sings of Timothy Myrick, who died of a poisonous snake bite. While the original take was heartfelt, it has been passed down to become a more...

Arirang is a very famous Korean folk song. This arrangement creates opportunities for solos, duets, and small groups to sing the canon in different sections of the piece. The piano accompaniment enhan...

Arirang is a very famous Korean folk song. This arrangement creates opportunities for solos, duets, and small groups to sing the canon in different sections of the piece. The piano accompaniment enhan...

Arranging a beloved traditional song can be a difficult task, as one must walk a delicate tightrope - add fresh appeal, but not to the point of obscuring the song's simplicity and raw, authentic human...

This traditional Irish Folk Song is an enjoyable tale of courtship. Set in a lively 6/8 tempo, the music expresses the cheerful optimism of a budding relationship. The Gaelic text is easy to learn and...

The beautiful, haunting melody in this piece comes from a traditional Irish tune. Its slow and lyrical tempo give choirs a chance to develop breath control when singing long phrases. The wintry lyrics...

Morning is a vibrant and rhythmic choral work that draws inspiration from folk and bluegrass music. Paul Laurence Dunbar's powerful poetry reminds us of the beauty of life, love, and the music we sing...

Two folksongs from different origins are expertly paired in this setting for SAB choirs. Gospel harmonies and an underlying rhythmic groove add contemporary flair!

Now available in a SATB voicing premiered at Carnegie Hall. Arranging a beloved traditional song can be a difficult task, as one must walk a delicate tightrope - add fresh appeal, but not to the point...

A Hanukkah classic, this happy and celebratory song is a perfect choice holiday concerts. The accompaniment is written to reflect the spinning of the dreidel with the vocals playing back and forth wit...

A Hanukkah classic, this happy and celebratory song is a perfect choice holiday concerts. The accompaniment is written to reflect the spinning of the dreidel with the vocals playing back and forth wit...