Folk Tunes Concert Band Music

This beautiful and frequently performed lullaby is thought to be of African American origin. This delicate and lush setting for concert band will stretch and showcase your ensemble's... view details

Three popular American hymns - Cleansing Fountain; Amazing Grace and Come, Thou Fount - explore the wide range of the concert band's capabilities and incorporate some fresh and

Based on traditional tunes dating back hundreds of years, this masterful rhapsodic setting utilizes a wide variety of styles and moods. Taking the listener on a dramatic and emotional journey, the featured

Written by British composer George Butterworth in 1913, this classic work is based on two folk songs: The Banks of Green Willow and Green Bushes, the latter also appearing in works by

Take a trip to the English countryside in early spring. This arrangement of the traditional English folk song is scored to sound full with minimal preparation time. A nice easy addition to your next concert

Continuing the popular series of Celtic Air and Dance settings, this work for second-year players opens with the tender Irish ballad Ned of the Hill. The dance segment that follows

Music has the power to help us heal after the loss of loved ones. Here the beloved traditional Scottish ballad The Parting Glass is combined with an original melody to create a beautifully paced

This syncopated quickstep march with a classic Americana feel is just as fun to play as it is to hear, offering plenty of opportunities for soloistic expression along the way! Sure to be a favorite.

An excellent modern retelling of a Renaissance classic. Lots of exquisite colors and plenty of technique to go around. This multi-movement work presents a brass tacet woodwind feature in mvt. 2 and a

A salute to the musical culture of the Mississippi Delta region. A soulful opening chorale becomes a high-steppin' hoe-down before transitioning to a slow, bluesy swing, then it closes out with more

Add a little Irish cheer to your next holiday! This medley is well scored for developing bands, with all instruments actively engaged. A lovely flute solo will make the perfect showcase for your star

Through the years, this well-known and tuneful English folk song has been a favorite subject for numerous composers. One of the best-known versions is Percy Grainger's setting for two pianos, and this

The monumental events that helped shape Ireland's history and fan the flames of freedom are recalled in this sparkling medley of tunes from Ireland's rebellious past. The familiar Minstrel Boy

Tell the mischievous tale of La Bruja (the witch) in this wonderful arrangement for concert band. A favorite with mariachi groups due to its hauntingly beautiful melody, this is the perfect

A stunningly beautiful Scottish folk song that tells a tale of longing, loss, and redemption. This arrangement begins in the style of an intriguing folk dance that evolves into a mournful, lyrical

More commonly known as The Water Is Wide, this setting utilizes fresh orchestration and several touching solo moments throughout. The original melody is presented in several keys and textures, all

This piece is based on a Scottish folk song, sung around fires built with dried peat from the bogs. The music tells the story of a journey, beginning with a somber and somewhat melancholy melody. It soon

Using popular Scottish folk songs such as Scots Wha Hae; Comin' Thro the Rye; Clean Pease Strae and the very recognizable Scotland the Brave, composer Carol Brittin Chambers has crafted a