Partitions folk pour chœur

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.

Tsuki' means 'moon,' and is one of just a few Japanese words sung in this pentatonic scale-based song. Other words describe the beauty of the Japanese moon throughout the year. A captivating and memor...

The choir is accompanied by only a string (or synth.) bass and African percussion instruments in this multicultural masterpiece. Inspired by a traditional Swahili expression, which means 'persevere, d...

This is the time to add this multicultural gem to your concert program. Part Spanish, part English, but all fresh, fun, and sizzling! 'Listen to the music, the sweet, sweet music.'

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 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...

A reflective opening sets the stage for this lively Klezmer-style setting in three. Fun-to-sing Yiddish lyrics celebrate the balalaika (a musical instrument from Russia), and new English words honor t...

This little charmer tells an enchanting story using a combination of English and Spanish lyrics. Lightly syncopated vocal and piano parts create a mariachi feel, and optional percussion ostinati add t...

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.

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...

This tasteful Native American-inspired piece celebrates the beauty of a rainbow. As the seven colors are revealed, use movement scarves or ribbon wands for added effect (instructions included in the p...

Winter words are a perfect fit for this popular Ukrainian folk tune, as we sing about bundling up, sledding over hills and valleys, and dashing through snow-covered trees. The introduction and a brief...

Kids will love performing with shakers in hand during this island-flavored Calypso song, arranged especially for developing 2-part singers. A terrific way to shake things up and bring the house down!

This fun feature for 2- and 3-part choirs includes Swahili and English lyrics, rhythmic chanting, accented body percussion, and many call and response phrases. Layered African instruments energize the...