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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 
Jonathan Rathbone : Stephen Foster Medley Longtime Swingle Singer's arranger Jonathan Rathbone adds his jazzy chops to these Americana classics. Songlist: Oh Suzanna, My Old Kentucky Home, The Ol' Folks at Home, Dream of Jeannie, Camptown Races, Beautiful Dreamer
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 Moustache |
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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 | Composer: Stephen Foster | Country: United States
The winning combination of Stephen Foster's text and Greg Gilpin's musical creativity bring these three short pieces to the top of the "must-do" list. "The Old Folks at Home," "My Old Kentucky Home," and "Oh Susanna" are the traditional Southern American folk songs, beautifully voiced for choral presentation.
Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: Stephen Foster | Country: American Folk
The winning combination of Stephen Foster's text and Greg Gilpin's musical creativity bring these three short pieces to the top of the "must-do" list. "The Old Folks at Home," "My Old Kentucky Home," and "Oh Susanna" are the traditional Southern American folk songs, beautifully voiced for choral presentation.
Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: Stephen Foster | Country: American Folk
Arranger: Gregg Smith | Composer: Stephen Foster Performed By: Gregg Smith Singers
This delightful choral montage of Stephen Foster songs is full of humor and fun. A wonderful addition to your programming and introduction to the history and culture of America! Songs include: Oh, Susanna, The Glendy Burk, My Old Kentucky Home, Camptown Races. With violin.
Arranger: Mary Donnelly | Composer: Stephen Foster
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 | Composer: Stephen Foster
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 | Composer: Stephen Foster
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 | Composer: Stephen Foster Performed By: Harvard Glee Club
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 | Composer: Stephen Foster
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
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 | Composer: Stephen Foster
Bring a little old-fashioned American nostalgia into your classroom with this cheerful medley of Stephen Foster tunes. It's highlighted by a clever, but easy, banjo-like piano accompaniment. Available: Unison/2-Part, 3-Part.
Arranger: Linda Spevacek | Composer: Stephen Foster | Country: American Folk
Bring a little old-fashioned American nostalgia into your classroom with this cheerful medley of Stephen Foster tunes. It's highlighted by a clever, but easy, banjo-like piano accompaniment. Available: Unison/2-Part, 3-Part.
Arranger: Linda Spevacek | Composer: Stephen Foster | Country: American Folk
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