Shady Grove
This traditional Appalachian folk song has been arranged early adolscent choirs in three-part voicing (SSA, SAC, SATreb, or STrebC). It is particularly accessible to 6th grade groups, absent changing baritones.
The only harmony is a two-part ostinato, used to accompany the unison sections.
Access the Three-part Variable Voicing Chart to determine the different voicings that are available to various age groups.
Music and Words: Appalachian Folk Melody
Arranged by Michael R. Nichols
Three-part Variable Voicing with Piano or Tuned Percussion
Cambiata Press catalog #M981157
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