Sourwood Mountain

Sourwood Mountain
Kodaly Choral Method Series
Edited by Philip Tacka and Susan Taylor-Howell
Book
42 pages
Grades 2 - 7

This comprehensive series of progressive songs and sight-singing exercises is designed to promote a thorough understanding of interval and tonality.  By incorporating a wide range of Hungarian folk music and poetry, Kodaly has produced a stimulating addition to the repertoire of school and amateur choirs.

28 North American and English songs arranged by Kodaly teachers for two voices. Arrangements are by members of OAKE (Organization of American Kodaly Educators). Vocal lines and lyrics only (no piano or guitar chords).  

Contents:

• Appalachian Sleepytime
• The Ash Grove
• Brother James' Air
• Built My Love a Fine Brick House
• Bye Bye Baby
• Chickalileeo
• Cradle Hymn
• Dear Companion
• Dem Bones Gonna Rise Again
• The Gypsy Rover
• Johnny Has Gone for a Soldier
• The Juniper Tree
• Kansas Boys
• Land of the Silver Birch
• Little David Play on Your Harp
• Mary Had a Baby
• The Mayday Carol
• The Mill Wheel
• Old Molly Hare
• Pease Porridge Hot
• Poor Old Crow
• Rocky Mountain
• Sailing on the Ocean
• The Sally Gardens
• Shoo My Love
• Sioux Lullaby
• Sourwood Mountain