Jazz Folk Songs For Choirs: 9 Songs From Around The World

Description: for SATB choir and piano This exciting collection gives a jazzy twist to nine favourite folk songs from around the world, including 'Scarborough Fair', 'A la claire fontaine', and 'Waltzing Matilda' as you've never heard them before! Each song is presented in its original language, and an English singing translation is provided where applicable. The accompanied songs can be peformed with piano solo or with jazz-trio accompaniment; a separate part is available for the bassist, and the drummer should play along ad lib. This fantastic, varied collection will revitalise the repertoire of any choir and is guaranteed to give audiences a fresh perspective on these traditional songs. Review: Another Chilcott collection worth having, this is a great addition for any choir that performs a lot of secular music ... A collection of songs as cool as the colour of its cover. Music Teacher, September 08 Table of Contents: A la claire fontaine; En la Macarenita; Hush, little baby; Sakura; Scarborough Fair; Tell my ma; The House of the Rising Sun; Tuoll' on mun kultani; Waltzing Matilda