Sheet Music by Female Composers: A Rich and Diverse Selection

Newfoundland, the last province to join Canada (in 1949) is a rugged and beautiful island shaped by the many inlets where tiny fishing villages are huddled. The Newfoundland ballads and shanties that...

Epic! Experience the sounds and life of ancient Egypt in this exciting piece for full orchestra. Intricate rhythms and soaring melodies make this a stunning addition to your next concert. Ample percus...

Epic! Experience the sounds and life of ancient Egypt in this exciting piece for full orchestra. Intricate rhythms and soaring melodies make this a stunning addition to your next concert. Ample percus...

Eine interkontinentale Reise duch die musikalische Welt der Folklore. Diese Sammlung von Traditionals aus allen Kontinenten wurde für Streichorchester bearbeitet und mit sozio-kulturellen Hintergrundi...

This triad of "B's" explores a variety of styles, meters and modalities. "Be-Boppin' Bourée" is a juxtaposition of 17th century bourée and 20th century swing styles, complete with walking bass line. "...

Scandinavian Fiddle Suite illustrates the Scandinavian folk music and fiddling traditions that are part of the composer's heritage and performing. The music is bound to the folk dance tradition of wal...

Scandinavian Fiddle Suite illustrates the Scandinavian folk music and fiddling traditions that are part of the composer's heritage and performing. The music is bound to the folk dance tradition of wal...

Scandinavian Fiddle Suite illustrates the Scandinavian folk music and fiddling traditions that are part of the composer's heritage and performing. The music is bound to the folk dance tradition of wal...

Middle School/High School. A legato melody is found in the violins. Harmony parts are straightforward with lovely modal harmonies. A moderate tempo throughout.

Middle School/High School. A legato melody is found in the violins. Harmony parts are straightforward with lovely modal harmonies. A moderate tempo throughout.

Middle School/High School. A legato melody is found in the violins. Harmony parts are straightforward with lovely modal harmonies. A moderate tempo throughout.

This piece was written to enable students to understand the feel of 6/8 and 3/4 being used in alternate bars. Like all folk music used for dance, the beat is extremely important, and must be 'felt in...

This piece was written to enable students to understand the feel of 6/8 and 3/4 being used in alternate bars. Like all folk music used for dance, the beat is extremely important, and must be 'felt in...

This piece was written to enable students to understand the feel of 6/8 and 3/4 being used in alternate bars. Like all folk music used for dance, the beat is extremely important, and must be 'felt in...

Imagine chasing a bug and it constantly eludes you! That's the energy of this piece written in a folk style using the rhythms of Eastern European circle dances. Each section is featured and the irregu...

Imagine chasing a bug and it constantly eludes you! That's the energy of this piece written in a folk style using the rhythms of Eastern European circle dances. Each section is featured and the irregu...

Imagine chasing a bug and it constantly eludes you! That's the energy of this piece written in a folk style using the rhythms of Eastern European circle dances. Each section is featured and the irregu...

'Written to recognize the indigenous peoples in this nation, the haunting melody captures the many trials they have encountered. The 'heartbeat' is reminiscent of the American Indian drum, and the ent...

'Written to recognize the indigenous peoples in this nation, the haunting melody captures the many trials they have encountered. The 'heartbeat' is reminiscent of the American Indian drum, and the ent...

'Written to recognize the indigenous peoples in this nation, the haunting melody captures the many trials they have encountered. The 'heartbeat' is reminiscent of the American Indian drum, and the ent...

This melancholy ballad, in an E minor tonality, is reminiscent of early Australian bush music, based on Irish Folk tradition. It uses dotted rhythms and requires careful counting of rests. The piano p...

A Saltarello is an Italian folk dance, similar to a tarantella. Its main feature is the "leap" step, which comes from the Italian verb "saltare," meaning to jump. This is portrayed in the hooked bowin...

A driving, steady tempo combines with optional percussion in this unique and powerful setting of Herr Mannelig, a Swedish folk song about a mountain troll that attempts to win over a human man. Also k...