Partitions folk

The melody known as 'A Ya Zain' (also 'Aya Zein' or 'Ayazein,') is most often credited as an Egyptian folk song. The tune is easily recognizable as having Arabic origins by its use of the double harmo...

Sverre Bergh (1915-1980) was a central character in the music scene in Bergen, both as a musical leader at 'Den Nationale Scene' (theatre) and as a director for the 'Festspillene' music festival. He w...

The beautiful song 'Song at Winter Solstice' has within short time been highly loved by listeners all around Norway. It's performed by folk-rock band 'Hekla Stalstrenga' who released their first album...

This is a tune by Sigrid Moldestad (b. 1972), a Norwegian folk artist. She has based it on a warm and beautiful poem by Danish author Tove Ditlefsen. A text for and about love. Sigrid Moldestad won th...

'Who can Sail without the Wind' is an old folk tune from Aland in Finland. I believe the song was one of the first one I learnt to sing and play on the guitar. The melancholic character of the song i...

'Send me to Bergen' ('Eg ve te Bergen') is one of the most famous songs by Norwegian duo Knudsen & Ludvigsen. It was released as single record in 1983 and included on their best selling record album...

Jan Eggum released 'Myrsnipa' on the album 'Hjerteknuser', which was released in 2007. The text is a variant of the folk tale with the moral 'everyone likes their own children best' and has for many y...

This song from the band Hekla Stålstrenga is about Joe the boatbuilder. Joe builds the most fabulous boats, but has a deal with the devil that every seventh boat is going to him. Norwegian band Hekla...

Mahalageasca is a piece that make you happy both to listen and perform. It's possible to play the piece as a stage entrance piece. Repeat bars 1 to 8 several times. You might let the Drum set and some...

Laling is a Norwegian folktune from Bø. The arrangementet of the lullaby starts off with a calm atmosphere (like a dream). The dream develops into a more funky section, until it calms down again. Lali...

Here we present "Griffenfeldt", a folk-dance in the style of a Norwegian "reinlender". This arrangement can be used as the first item in a concert, or after an interval. The musicians can come on stag...

Folklore is a work for brass band and percussion loosely based on the story of the Norwegian woman accused of witchcraft, Anne Pedersdotter. She was sentenced to be burned at the stake in Bergen in th...

A protest folk sea chantey from Georgia and South Carolina, 'Pay Me My Money Down' originated from post-slavery African American stevedores, who were often left unpaid by some ship captains. Invite th...

Immerse yourself in the unmistakable magic of George Gershwin's timeless masterpiece: "Summertime." This expressive piano arrangement perfectly captures the bittersweet, sultry atmosphere of the world...

Let yourself be enchanted by the moving melodies of "Penelope's Song"! This expressive arrangement unfolds its full emotional depth through the harmonious combination of piano, vocals, and guitar. Whe...

Avec « Celtic Brass », Tobias Debold transpose la magie incomparable de la musique traditionnelle irlandaise dans un arrangement soigneusement élaboré pour quatuor de cuivres. Ces trois célèbres chans...

Bring the magic of Celtic Christmas traditions to your concert or holiday worship service: "Light of Peace" from MorningStar Music Publishers enchants listeners with atmospheric Celtic melodies and to...

Immerse yourself in the rich and vibrant musical traditions of the Emerald Isle! With "Ireland – Play Along Clarinet" from the renowned Universal Edition, you can bring the authentic magic of Celtic m...

Immerse yourself in a touching and mystical soundscape with “May It Be”. This world-famous, Oscar- and Golden Globe-nominated ballad from the epic film “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ri...

Immerse yourself in the haunting and mystical world of 'The Bonny Swans.' This evocative traditional folk ballad captivates musicians and audiences alike with its enchanting melody and rich storytelli...

Bring timeless charm and pure musical joy to the stage with the unforgettable classic "Love and Marriage"! This swinging masterpiece—made world-famous by legends like Frank Sinatra and cherished as th...

With "An Irish Blessing," one of the most beloved traditional blessings shines in a deeply moving and resonant choral setting. Scored for mixed choir (SATB divisi) with the sensitive accompaniment of...

Lulajze, Jezuniu is perhaps the best known and most beloved carol in Poland. Throughout every region in Poland, this wonderful, warm lullaby stirs the emotions of the Christian population. This arrang...

Experience the hypnotic intensity of "Jubilee Street" at your own keys and strings! This masterful piece captivates musicians and audiences alike with its gripping narrative power, dense atmosphere, a...