A Comprehensive Collection of American Folk Songs *150 American Folk Songs: To Sing, Read and Play is an essential resource for music educators, choir directors, and students. This collection features a rich selection of traditional folk songs, carefully arranged to enhance both vocal and instrumental learning. The book follows a Kodaly sequence, progressing from simple pentatonic tunes to full diatonic melodies, making it an ideal tool for classroom instruction, private lessons, and choral practice. ** Designed for Singing, Reading, and Music Education *Organized to develop musical literacy, this songbook provides structured lessons that incorporate melody, rhythm, and notation. It includes detailed lists of rhythmic characteristics, ranges, and intervals, helping students build their sight-reading and performance skills. Whether used for elementary music classes, choir rehearsals, or individual study, this book offers a step-by-step approach to mastering folk melodies. ** Includes Games, Activities, and Engaging Repertoire *Many songs in this collection are paired with engaging games and activities that encourage interactive learning. These exercises foster a deeper understanding of musical structure and enhance students’ ability to internalize melodies and rhythms. Teachers will find this book invaluable for introducing young musicians to the fundamentals of folk music while keeping lessons fun and dynamic. ** Songs Included * Liza Jane* A-Tisket A-Tasket* Alabama Gal* All Around the Maypole* Cotton-Eyed Joe* Dance Josey* Deaf Woman’s Courtship* Dear Companion* Derby Ram* Do Do Pity My Case* Down in the Meadow* Down in the Valley* Down to the Baker’s Shop* Draw a Bucket of Water* Give My Love to Nell* Goodbye Girls I’m Going to Boston* Grand Old Duke of York* Grandma Grunts* Great Big Dog* Grey Goose* Hickety* Hold My Mule* Hop Old Squirrel* Hot Cross Buns* Housekeeping* Hushabye* I Bought Me a Cat* I Lost the Farmer’s Dairy Key* I Love Little Willie* and more.
Features
- Songbook
- Pages: 136
- Instrumentation: Choral
- Voicing: ELEMENTARY
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