Celtic music is enjoying a well-deserved revival. This revival may have been inspired by historical Hollywood epics, by popular dance acts such as "Riverdance", by Michael Flatley or purely by the emotional power of Celtic melodies. The songs all tell stories that have been passed down through successive generations, with more facets than any other kind of traditional music: some are melancholy dirges, some playful and lively dance tunes. This book brings together 20 of these traditional melodies in contemporary, modern arrangements for mixed chorus. In them you will find homophonic movements, sweeping melodic lines, vocal imitations of Celtic instruments and rousing rhythms. The irresistible charm of this music will leave no choral singer unmoved and is bound to find favour with audiences.

Songlist: Londonderry Air, Auld Lang Syne, Amazing Grace, Early One Morning, Lullaby, Dacw "Nghariad I Lawr Yn Y Berllan, Carrickfergus, Down By The Sally Gardens, Will Ye Go, Lassie, Go?, Whiskey In The Jar, An Irish Blessing, Riverdance, All Through The Night, Gin A Body, Believe Me, Scarbourough Fair, Greensleeves, The First Noel, Botany Bay, The Wild Rover

"The Wild Rover" - Once again, Mark Sirett has captured the spirit of a text and assigned it to the best possible voicing. Mark's arrangement is lively and robust. With its repeated chorus, it will be easy to learn and fun to sing. "Star of the County Down" - This Irish ballad is full of great singing for your multicultural programming. Excellent ranges for developing boy's voices and includes independent, unison and full three-part harmony writing. A lively flute and percussion part adds performance options. "Dear Old Ireland" - This traditional nineteenth-century Irish-Canadian lumberjack song is a lively jig and perfect for the young men of your choir. It is energetic and rhythmic with moderate ranges at both the upper and lower extremes. Great for recruiting! "Danny Boy" - This beloved Irish melody is perfect for teaching artistry and vocal technique with its gentle phrasing and imaginative expression. A wonderful selection for younger festival and honor choirs and contest! "Carrickfergus" - This traditional Irish tune, sometimes known as The Sick Young Lover, dates back to the mid 1800s. You will captivate audiences with this beautiful setting for male voices and piano

Songlist: The Wild Rover, Star of the County Down, Dear Old Ireland, Danny Boy, Carrickfergus