Jazz, Pop Music Arrangements for Steel Drums

Folk Songs Arrangements


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Ay, Ay, Ay
Bailero 
The Birch Tree 
Bound For Rio
Cintecul Jianului 
Follow the Drinking Gourd
Fueillo 
Guantanamera 
Irish Tune from County Derry
Jamaica Farewell 
Jump In 'De Line 
Kumbaya 
The Proposal 
Scotland The Brave 
Shenandoah
Sloop John "B" 
Yellow Bird 
Scoring Abbreviations:
Lead (Tenor) L
Double Tenor DT
Double Second D2
Guitar G
Cello C
Tenor Bass TB
Bass B
Percussion Perc
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Ay, Ay, Ay
Chilean Folk Song
 Arr. by J. Leyden
This Chilean serenade has its roots in the music of Spain. Rich in moving parts, with lush harmony and a soaring melody, it's an opportunity to demonstrate the beautiful sound that your pans can make. A perfect change of pace in your next concert.

Product ID: 1005                       		Scoring:
L/DT, D2, G/C, TB/B
**optional Soprano/Alto chorus
 Level:
Medium
Price:
$45.00
Bailero
French Folk Song, from the Songs Of The Auvergne
 Arr. by Marc Svaline
In the Auvergne dialect, "bailero" is a shepherd's call. The Auvergne region itself is a high plateau of green, rolling hills; in summer a land of skylarks, butterflies and wild flowers. The 'sense of place' all comes through in the lilting strains of this beautiful folk song. The steel band accompaniment with its gentle echoing phrases puts the finishing touches on this unique musical landscape.

Product ID: 1118                       		Scoring:
L, DT, D2, G/C, B, *optional Flute
Level:
Pans - Easy
Price:
$45.00
MP3 sound bite
The Birch Tree
Russian Folk Song
 Arr. by J. Leyden
Here's a chance to celebrate the music of another culture - When Steel Drums play this beautiful song the result is one gorgeous sound! Folks will be asking "do you have balalaikas hidden somewhere?"

Product ID: 1057                       		Scoring:
L, D2, G/C, TB/B
Level:
Easy
Price:
$45.00
MP3 sound bite
Bound For Rio
American Sea Chanty
 Arr. by Marc Svaline
This old sea chanty is geared toward developing groups but is a winner with any group. Written in 6/8 time, it starts in the key of D and then goes into E. It's an excellent piece to familiarize the group with the two keys and the 6/8 meter

Product ID: 1034                       		Scoring:
L, D2, C, B,
Level:
Easy
Price:
$45.00
Cintecul Jianului
Song for Jianului
 Arr. by James Leyden
Something really different! A fascinating Romanian pan pipe melody in a typical Balkan 2 tempo setting with harmony switching from Minor to Major. The introduction features a Double 2nd solo with a Lead response. Great fun to play.

Product ID: 1105                       		Scoring:
L, D2, G/C, B
Level:
Medium
Price:
$50.00
MP3 sound bite
Follow the Drinking Gourd
American Folk Song
 Arr. by James Leyden
A powerful, haunting song from the days of the Underground Railroad. The Drinking Gourd refers to the Big Dipper which pointed to the North Star and which guided runaway slaves northward to their freedom in the "Free" States and Canada. Played by Pans alone, the underlying 12/8 feel gives the music a compelling drive. Add a Unison or SATB chorus and the mood becomes electric!

Product ID: 1106                       		Scoring:
L, D2, G/C, B, *optional SATB chorus
Level:
Medium
Price:
$45.00
Fueillo
Haitian Folk Song
 Arr. by J. Leyden
The arrangement is complete and very effective using steel drums alone. Give your audience a lilting change of pace and if you choose, have some voices singing in the Haitian patois to add to the charm. Either way it's a winner.

Product ID: 1067                       		Scoring:
L, D2, G/C, B, *optional SAB chorus
Level:
Easy
Price:
$45.00
MP3 sound bite
Guantanamera
Cuban Folk Song
 Arr. by James Leyden
First heard in the 1920's on the radio as the closing theme song of the Cuban singer/composer Jose Fernandez, this folk song celebrated the beauty of the ladies of Guantanamo, Cuba. Its popularity has since spread and today it has become one of the most well loved folk songs of the world.

Product ID: 1107                       		Scoring:
L, D2, G/C, B
Level:
Easy
Price:
$45.00
MP3 sound bite
Irish Tune from County Derry
"Danny Boy"
 Arr. by Percy Grainger
Adapted by Marc Svaline
Originally from a collection published in 1855, this adaptation works well with or without the vocal solo. Should you have a good tenor in your music program, the song will have an even greater impact on your audience.

Product ID: 1108                       		Scoring:
L, DT, D2, G, C,*optional Tenor vocal solo B,
Level:
Medium
Price:
$45.00
Jamaica Farewell
West Indian Folk Song
 Arr. by James Leyden
Just as these are "standards" in American pop music, so the Jamaica Farewell is surely a "standard" in Caribbean pop. We think you will find the lilting appeal of this island favorite is captured and preserved in this new setting for pan.

Product ID: 1069                       		Scoring:
L/DT, D2, G/C, TB/B
Level:
Easy
Price:
$45.00
MP3 sound bite
Jump In 'De Line
West Indian Folk Song
 Arr. by Franz Grissom
The movie Beetlejuice made this Harry Belafonte number popular again. This catchy little calypso has a tenor vocal solo and background vocal trio. You can add trumpets to the mix and create a sure-fire, crowd pleasing encore to any performance. (If you wish, add trumpets to the vocal/instrumental mix for additional color)

Product ID: 1072                       		Scoring:
L, D2, C, B, *optional Tenor Solo and Vocal Trio (SSA)
Level:
Easy
Price:
$45.00
MP3 sound bite
Kumbaya
African Folk Song
 Arr. by James Leyden
With the Double 2nd rhythmic pattern emulating the African Xylophone and a Chorale-like interlude, this arrangement captures the essence of this timeless music. Your players will enjoy creating the special mood this song inspires.

Product ID: 1109                       		Scoring:
L, D2, G/C, B
Level:
Medium
Price:
$45.00
MP3 sound bite
The Proposal
Haitian Folk Song
 Arr. by James Leyden
This lovely Haitian ballad is another program jewel. Beginning and ending with a Double Second solo/soli, leads and cellos share the melody.

Product ID: 1110                       		Scoring:
L, D2, G/C, B
Level:
Easy
Price:
$45.00
MP3 sound bite
Scotland The Brave
Scot Guards Pipe Tune
 Arr. by James Leyden
Take the spine-tingling sound of Bagpipes and mix it with the sound of Pans and a Calypso beat. This musical cross fertilization will (pardon the pun) blow your audience away. Find some pipers and treat yourself, your players and your audience to a marvelous "adrenalin rush"!

Product ID: 1111                       		Scoring:
L, D2, G/C, B, Percussion, Scotch Drum and Bagpipes
Level:
Easy/Medium
Price:
$50.00
MP3 sound bite
Shenandoah
American Folk Song
 Arr. by James Leyden
Originating in the Appalachians, this song eventually traveled down the river to the Gulf of Mexico and became a "short hall chantey". The Shenandoah (valley) of the Appalachians became an Indian chief who's daughter was the object of a sailor's affections. Being a folk song, lyrics may vary - the music stays the same. As an instrumental, it is as beautiful now as when it was first sung.

Product ID: 1112                       		Scoring:
L, D2, G/C, B
Level:
Medium
Price:
$45.00
Sloop John "B"
Bahamian Folk Song
 Arr. by James Leyden
This Bahamian folk song is an all time favorite for players and audiences alike. An optional SAB vocal part is included.

Product ID: 1113                       		Scoring:
L, D2, G/C, B, *optional SAB chorus
Level:
Easy/Medium
Price:
$45.00
MP3 sound bite
Yellow Bird
Adapted from the Haitian folk song
 By Luboff and Bergman
Arr. by James Leyden
This is one gorgeous treatment of the most requested steel drum tunes of all time. If you listen closely, you'll even hear the bird sounds.

Product ID: 1114                       		Scoring:
L, D2, G/C, B
Level:
Easy/Medium
Price:
$45.00
MP3 sound bite
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