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Stephen Foster
Stephen Collins Foster known as the "father of American music", was the pre-eminent songwriter in the United States of the 19th century. His songs such as "Oh! Susanna", "Camptown Races", "Old Folks at Home" ("Swanee River"), "Hard Times Come Again No More", "My Old Kentucky Home", "Old Black Joe", "Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair", and "Beautiful Dreamer" remain popular over 150 years after their composition. |
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David Dusing : Stephen Foster for Treble Voices Written in 1854, Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair was dedicated to composer Stephen Foster's wife, Jane McDowall. The opening lyrics, "I dream of Jeanie with the light brown hair," are said to have inspired the popular 1960s sitcom, I Dream of Jeannie. Sweet and lilting, this whimsical piece is arranged for soprano and alto voices. Songlist: Jeanie With The Light Brown Hair, Nelly Bly, Oh! Susanna 
Stephen Foster : American Masterpieces Stephen Foster was America's Schubert - the lyric laureate of the 19th Century South. With Foster sentiment was a virtue, expressed in sweet harmonies and haunting tunes. The underlying emotion of these songs is nostalgia - a pervasive longing for things lost which seems to permeate the very intervals of the melodies. When Foster - like Schubert - died young and poor, it seemed as though he was fulfilling the prophecies of his own melancholy songs. Jon Washburn's medly of favorite Stephen Foster songs was composed in 1985 for the Vancouver Chamber Choir and premiered on a concert called the music of the Great Songwriters. Gregg Smith edits/arranges 'Come Where My Love Lies Dreaming,' which was elected by the National Endowment for the Arts as an one of the "American Masterpieces" of choral music. Halloran's arrangement of camptown races is very fun to sing, great opportunity for a soloist along with some excellent vocal accompaniment. Halloran's arrangement of Nelly Bly is equally fun with an energizing chorus, and the men get the melody in the verses! Songlist: A Stephen Foster Medley, Nelly Bly, Camptown Races, Come Where My Love Lies Dreaming
Various Arrangers : Stephen Foster Songbook It doesn't get more Americana than singing a Stephen Foster song in the close harmony barbershop style! From the Barbershop Society themselves these arrangements are as timeless as the songs themselves. Songlist: Camptown Races, Gentle Annie, If You've Only Got A Mustache |
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This glorious piece of Americana includes familiar melodies such as 'Camptown Races,' 'Beautiful Dreamer,' and 'Oh, Susanna' and would be a wonderful feature item for a concert program. Offers tantalizing possibilities for performance and staging.
Arranger: Jon Washburn | Composer: Stephen Foster | Country: United States
This choral montage of Stephen Foster songs ingeniously arranged by Joseph Martin is full of humor and exciting choral effects. A Stephen Foster Tribute is a wonderful addition to your choral library to teach excellence in choral singing and pass along the historical significance of American music. Songs include: Camptown Races - Oh, Susanna - Some Folks Do - Beautiful Dreamer - The Glendy Burk - and Swannee River.
Arranger: Joseph Martin | Country: United States
The Stephen Foster classic comes alive in this exceptional setting by Michael Larkin. The brilliant choral writing creates an edition that will be heard for years to come.
Arranger: Michael Larkin
This is a fabulous arrangement of the traditional lullaby by Stephen Foster.
Arranger: Michael F. Teolis
Young men's choirs will love learning and performing this Stephen Foster gem. The interesting melody that moves from one voice to the other serves for great vocal teaching and production. The text, though romantic, lends itself to interpretation by the singer leading to moving musical moments. Your guys will sound great with this choral!
Arranger: Andrew Parr
The words and melodies American song writer Stephen Foster exemplify our nation in the 19th century. Dr. Gerald Custer has maintained that character in this madrigal-like setting. The heart from a time gone by sings through in warmth and sincerity. Good high school choirs, college and community ensembles will jump at the chance to program this gem.
Arranger: Gerald Custer
A banjo-like piano accompaniment and expressive fiddle stylings lend folk authenticity to this plaintive and moving choral setting of Stephen Foster's classic song Hard Times Come Again No More. the text is set in simplicity and in fullness, by turns, as the expression of the words demand, with individual vocal parts always retaining a naturalness of line that create a rich, harmonic composite when combined with the orther parts.
Arranger: Shawn Kirchner
One of the sweetest of Stephen Foster's songs, balancing nostalgia with heartfelt lament. Seems made for male chorus, with the kind of piano or guitar accompaniment that would've been found in 19th century homes. Very accessible vocal writing with a simple accompaniment makes this a fantastic option for every men's chorus.
Arranger: Alice Parker
This delicate and sensitive new arrangement of beloved American classic, arranged for the Harvard Glee Club by its former director, Jameson Marvin, is worthy of any fine men's choir. With counterpoint for all voices, a melody that is passed between voices and a chance to feature a baritone soloist, this is a welcome addition to the male chorus library.
Arranger: Jameson Marvin Performed By: Harvard Glee Club
This spirited arrangement of Stephen Foster's folk song is sure to get a laugh out of your audience and choir! We dare you to keep a straight face!
Arranger: Michael F. Teolis
Composer Criddle has taken this classic Stephen Foster melody and arranged it in a way that takes full advantage of the drama and humor in the Foster lyrics. Your men will love bringing these lyrics to life as Reed has inserted dramatic puases for the singers to dramatically react. Fun and laughter will be had by all.
Arranger: Reed Criddle
Written in 1854, Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair was dedicated to composer Stephen Foster's wife, Jane McDowall. The opening lyrics, "I dream of Jeanie with the light brown hair," are said to have in spired the popular 1960s sitcom, I Dream of Jeannie. Sweet and lilting, this whimsical piece is arranged for soprano and alto voices. Appropriate for high school or skilled church choirs.
Arranger: David Dusing | Country: American Folk
During his lifetime, Stephen Foster achieved his greatest fame as a writer of minstrel songs, most notably the Christie Minstrels. One of his earliest, written at age 22, was Oh! Susanna. It became one of the most popular songs of the 19th century and also served as the theme song for the Forty-Niners, who carried it to California during the Gold Rush. This SSA a cappella version includes vocal banjo "licks" and percussion effects.
Arranger: David Dusing | Country: American Folk
Arranged by Mark Hayes, this familiar Stephen Foster standard is available as SATB, SAB, and 2-part voicings. Mark Hayes has written instrumentation for fiddle, banjo, guitar, bass, and drums. Oh Susanna is bright and upbeat with a few knee slaps making this a strong selection for your folk song teaching and performance needs. Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, StudioTrax CD, Instrumental parts for guitar, bass/drums, banjo, and fiddle.
Arranger: Mark Hayes
This Stephen Foster classic is arranged brilliantly for treble voices with some exciting adventures in mixed meter! The result is a show-stopping number that will bring cheers from your audience! A perfect concert/festival finale!
Arranger: John Leavitt
Here's a tender lullaby wrapped in lush choral harmonies, set exclusively for SSA voices. Close voice parts bring intimacy to this exquisite forgotten gem from "America's Composer" Stephen Foster. An excellent opportunity to explore expressive singing.
Arranger: Mark Hayes
Stephen Foster's song is reinvented for the holidays! This works well for any December concert as you sing of fall, spring, and summer, but long live the merry, merry heart this happy holiday. It's my favorite time, no matter what some folks say. A delightful partner-style choral.
Arranger: Neil Ginsberg
Composer: Stephen Foster, Greg Gilpin
Donald Moore, the madrigal master, is back. On the heels of the ""Mother Goose Madrigals,"" the ""One Minute Madrigal,"" and others, Moore gives us the ""Stephen Foster Madrigals""! You'll find ""Some Folk Do,"" ""The Merry, Merry Month of May,"" ""Nelly Bly,"" ""Song of All Songs,"" and ""Camptown Races,"" all set in the madrigal style. Each selection is less than a minute. Duration: 4:00"
Stephen Foster wrote this song in 1860 when steamboats were an essential part of American commerce and culture. Robust TTB harmony and hardy dynamics tell a story of work, love, and life along the river.
Arranger: Mark Hayes
You'll warm many a merry heart and set toes to tapping with this treble chorus setting of the Stephen Foster favorite Some Folks. Optional fiddle, banjo and woodblock parts are included for extra folk flair! Duration: ca. 1:45.
Arranger: Kirk Aamot
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