Often translated as times gone by or days long ago, this is a song of friendship and goodwill. Although it is most often sung on New Year's Eve, it is equally appropriate at times of farewell such as graduations

Arranger: Mark Sirett

Often translated as times gone by or days long ago, this is a song of friendship and goodwill. Although it is most often sung on New Year's Eve, it is equally appropriate at times of farewell such as graduations

Arranger: Mark Sirett

Colcannon, made from various combinations of cabbage, kale, onions, scallions and potatoes mashed with butter and milk, is one of Ireland's most famous traditional dishes. Although this piece at first seems like a tribute to food, it's really a tribute to memory, and to times gone. The verses take us from the home, to the school, to courting on a country lane, with the narrator a little older in every verse, and a little more aware oCanadaf the magic of the moment.

Arranger: Stephen Hatfield

This gentle and expressive arrangement works equally well highlighting a solo or small ensemble.

Arranger: Brian Finley

Fare Ye Weel tells the story of a jilted young lassie who has no intention of wallowing in self-pity; she instead plans to find a new love who will marry her in the morning. This piece for three-part treble chorus and piano should be sung with a lively, carefree approach. Duration: ca. 2:05.

Arranger: John Floyd Campbell

This haunting melody comes from County Donegal, Ireland. Like so much of the literature and music of the country, it is imbued with images of natural beauty and figures from the magical world of the fairies. with Piano (or optional Woodwind Quintet)

Arranger: Wayland Rogers

This is one of the most famous of all Scottish song - a song of friendship, of love, and of parting.

Arranger: Lee Kesselman

Sydney Carter saw Christ as the incarnation of a piper dancing and calling us and leading us to faith. This sprightly arrangement for treble voices is full of dancing joy. An excellent selection for young singers!

Arranger: Sue Furlong

With words by Robert Burns, the melody used in this setting is an entirely new one, but one which is somewhat reminiscent of an old Scottish air. With Violin and Piano.

Composer: Donna Gartman Schultz

Commissioned by the Peabody Children's Chorus, this classic Scottish folksong is given a lovely treatment for 3-part treble voices. The lilting vocal lines and corresponding piano accompaniment support one another perfectly and create a refreshing new setting of a classic. Duration: ca. 2:45.

Arranger: John Floyd Campbell

Daniel Brewbaker's Irish Cantata is based on poems that express a search for ancient origins, for our most primal earthly and heavenly progenitors. All three movements are available here in one octavo.

Composer: Daniel Brewbaker

Incredible legends surround the life of St. Brigid, and it is difficult to identify truth from fable. However, it is no surprise that the prayer long considered to be her table grace expresses a passion for those most needful of divine sustenance, forgiveness, and joy.

Composer: Ryan Kelly

A hauntingly beautiful setting of a Scottish poem, Six Bells captures an air of mystery that will enchant audiences and singers alike. Various small solo opportunities make this an ideal piece for budding vocalists to showcase themselves while not taking on anything too overwhelming. For three-part treble voices, a single bell, and piano. Duration: ca. 2:50.

Composer: Thomas Bell

This lovely Welsh lullaby is sensitively set with a range of feeling, moving from a haunted mood into sublime gentleness. Both Welsh and English texts are given; with piano.

Arranger: Nigel E. Jones

Arranger: Mark Sirett

Arranger: Mark Sirett

The Green Shores of Fogo bears marks of Irish provenance, although its musical origins were lost before Kenneth Peacock collected the song from Mrs. John Fogarty in 1952. The tune, which Peacock considered one of the most beautiful modal melodies he had ever heard, has attracted more than one set of lyrics, and is also known in Newfoundland as "The Blooming Bright Star of Belle Isle."

Arranger: Stephen Hatfield

A playful nonsense story-song full of whimsy, hilarity, and exaggeration! Singable in unison, two or three parts, this work provides young singers with the opportunity for musical exploration, all in a spirit of fun. With piano.

Arranger: Nick Page