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Robert Burns

Born: 1759. Died: 1796. Lived in: Scotland

Robert Burns, also known familiarly as Rabbie Burns, the National Bard, Bard of Ayrshire and the Ploughman Poet and various other names and epithets, was a Scottish poet and lyricist. He is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland and is celebrated worldwide. He is the best known of the poets who have written in the Scots language, although much of his writing is in English and a light Scots dialect, accessible to an audience beyond Scotland. He also wrote in standard English, and in these writings his political or civil commentary is often at its bluntest.

Songbooks, Arrangements and/or Media

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Benjamin Britten : Birthday Hansel, Opus 92 : Solo : Songbook : 9780571505371 : 12-0571505376

Benjamin Britten : Birthday Hansel, Opus 92

These songs were written at the special wish of Her Majesty the Queen for her mother's seventy-fifth birthday, August 4th 1975. Its first public performance was given on the 9th January 1976, at Schloss Elmau in Germany by Osian Ellis and Peter Pears. The collection of pieces are intended for High Voice and Harp. The poems for which the music was written for are by Robert Burns.

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Voicing: Solo | 10379b | Songbook | $16.95 | Voice and Piano


Jonathan Rathbone : My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose : SATB : Songbook : Jonathan Rathbone : EB77037

Jonathan Rathbone : My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose

Scottish traditional song based on the text of Robert Burns

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Voicing: SATB | 7299b | Songbook | $4.95 | A Cappella


Leo Nestor : Four Part Songs From The Highlands : SATB : Sheet Music Collection

Leo Nestor : Four Part Songs From The Highlands

"These settings were commissioned by my alma mater California State University, Hayward, a place of happy memory and abiding affection and ties. How privileged I was to hear the premiere performance of the Chamber Singers and Dr. Roberta Brokaw, flute, conducted by Dr. David Stein on 15 March 1998. Three of the settings are of pre-existing tunes; O, My Luve Is Like a Red, Red Rose is originally composed. Similarly, two texts are from the tradition, and two sing the poetry of Robert Burns." Singers and conductors of these works are encouraged to render the texts of these love songs with an ear to an authentic Scots accent.

Songlist: Ca' the Yowes, O My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose, Will Ye Go, Lassie Go?, Fareweel tae Tarwathie

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Voicing: SATB | 4349b | Sheet Music Collection | $9.95


Individual Folios

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Sweet Afton : SATB : Edmund Jolliffe : Edmund Jolliffe : Sheet Music Collection : 01452612 : 196288208365

Edmund Jolliffe : Sweet Aftonnew

The classic Robert Burns poem is treated with a lovely and fresh approach in this sensitive setting. You'll have plenty of opportunity to teach phrasing and blend with this selection.

Composer: Edmund Jolliffe | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.95 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 01452612


A Red, Red Rose : TTB : Robert Burns : Sheet Music : 08740102 : 073999401028

Robert Burns : A Red, Red Rose

This TTB setting of the treasured Robert Burns text, A Red, Red Rose, is ideal for developing choral tone, blend and phrasing. Available: TTB. Performance Time: Approx. 2:25.

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Voicing: TTB | Sheet Music | $2.20 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08740102


A Red, Red Rose : SATB : Julie Ann Ballard : Sheet Music : 00122356 : 884088951252

Julie Ann Ballard : A Red, Red Rose

The beloved text from the Scottish national poet Robert Burns is richly set in this tender ballad that expresses both the endurance and fleeting quality of love. This accessible setting is ideal for building choral tone and intonation. Duration: ca. 2:45.

Arranger: Julie Ann Ballard | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.90 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00122356


A red, red rose : SSATB : Cecilia McDowall : Cecilia McDowall : Sheet Music : 9780193400917

Cecilia McDowall : A red, red rose

Written for the wedding of the composer's niece in 2012, this piece affectionately sets a poem of the same title by Robert Burns. It was first performed by Chantage in London's Church of Scotland, St Columba's, conducted by James Davey. With something intrinsically Scottish about it, this tender setting of the well-loved poem, although written specifically for a wedding, would suit almost any occasion.

Composer: Cecilia McDowall | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SSATB | Sheet Music | $3.25 |
9780193400917


A Red, Red Rose : SATB : Robert Burns : Sheet Music : 00-48919 : 038081562438

Robert Burns : A Red, Red Rose

This poem has long been a favorite of singers due to its deep passion and expressive imagery, not to mention the warm vowels at the end of each line. In this artistic setting, Greg Gilpin incorporates a contemporary harmonic palette, expressive tempo nuances, and elegant dynamic shading to form a colorful garden of sound. The final chord suggests the rose/thorn quality of love, as singers sustain sweet dissonance. Give special consideration to the S.S.A. voicing---the romantic text may have great appeal to your ladies.

Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.05 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-48919
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA


A Toast to Humankind : TB : Daniel Brewbaker : Daniel Brewbaker : Sheet Music : 48020634 : 884088407971

Daniel Brewbaker : A Toast to Humankind

Dedicated to Robert Mondavi on his 90th birthday, this work features the poetry of Robert Burns in a spirited setting for men's voices. Long may we live! Long may we love! And long may we be happy! And may we never want a glass/Well charged with generous nappy! Duration: ca. 1:40.

Composer: Daniel Brewbaker | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: TB | Sheet Music | $1.80 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 48020634 | Digital Version Available


Ae Fond Kiss : SATB : Stuart Calvert : Traditional : Sheet Music : 08764763 : 728215048111

Stuart Calvert : Ae Fond Kiss

On a text of Robert Burns, Stuart Calvert sets this traditional Gaelic tune for mixed chorus and piano. Try the piece with a set of love songs on your spring concert. This is a great piece for chamber choir or even community choruses. Difficulty Level: Medium Advanced Adult.

Arranger: Stuart Calvert | Composer: Traditional | Poetry By: Robert Burns | Country: Scotland

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.45 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08764763


Ae Fond Kiss : SATBBB : Philip Lawson : King's Singers : Sheet Music : 08752500 : 884088540203

Philip Lawson : Ae Fond Kiss

Rich harmonies abound in this traditional Scottish ballad with a text by Robert Burns in a King's Singers arrangement that perfectly captures all the emotion and longing of a lost love. Duration: ca: 4:15.

Arranger: Philip Lawson | Poetry By: Robert Burns Performed By: King's Singers

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Voicing: SATBBB | Sheet Music | $1.90 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08752500 | Digital Version Available


Ae Fond Kiss : SATB Divisi : Paul Mealor : Paul Mealor : Sheet Music : 14043689 : 888680089962

Paul Mealor : Ae Fond Kiss

This new arrangement adds some inspirational and uplifting elements that are characteristic of Mealor to the classic Scots poem by Robert Burns.

Composer: Paul Mealor | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SATB Divisi | Sheet Music | $2.50 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 14043689 | Digital Version Available


Auld Lang Syne : SSAA : Mairi Campbell : Sheet Music : 48020879 : 884088509620

Mairi Campbell : Auld Lang Syne

Bring in the new year with this lovely arrangement that uses the beloved Scottish poem by Robert Burns and a tune that predates the one commonly used today. The song speaks to the value of old friends, although life circumstances (and people themselves) are ever changing. Duration: ca. 4:30.

Arranger: Mairi Campbell | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SSAA | Sheet Music | $2.30 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 48020879


Auld Lang Syne : SATB : Mark Sirett : Sheet Music : 48019697 : 884088209131

Mark Sirett : Auld Lang Syne

Traditionally associated with New Year's Eve festivites, this Scottish air is also appropriate as a farewell at events such as graduation. First written down by Robbie Burns, this setting includes much of the original Gaelic, and is a song that embodies the unbreakable bond of friendship

Arranger: Mark Sirett | Poetry By: Robert Burns | Country: Scotland

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 48019697
Other Voicings: SSA, SSA


Banks of Doon : SATB : Donna Gartman Schultz : Donna Gartman Schultz : Sheet Music : 48004626 : 073999587852

Donna Gartman Schultz : Banks of Doon

While the melody used in this setting is entirely new, it is somewhat reminiscent of an old Scottish air. The violin obligato underscores the great poignancy of Robert Burns' lyrics. (4:00)

Composer: Donna Gartman Schultz | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.15 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 48004626


I Gave My Love a Red, Red Rose : 3-Part : Mary Donnelly : Mary Donnelly : Sheet Music : 08551443 : 073999750065

Mary Donnelly : I Gave My Love a Red, Red Rose

This is a wonderful concert/contest work for beginning mixed choruses, with a text inspired by the Robert Burns poem. It offers well-crafted, interesting vocal parts so that young choirs will sound their best. Available: 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

Composer: Mary Donnelly | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: 3-Part | Sheet Music | $1.40 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08551443


John Anderson, My Jo : SATB : Michael Weber : Sheet Music : 00233144 : 888680680428

Michael Weber : John Anderson, My Jo

This piece is a polite adaptation by famed Scottish poet, Robert Burns, of a traditional bawdy song of the same name. This more charming version presents a poignant and emotive consideration of human relationships and aging. Arranged sensitively for a cappella mixed voices by Michael Weber of North Dakota State University, one feels the lament and the Scottish countryside. Medium in difficulty, for high school, community and college choirs.

Arranger: Michael Weber | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.15 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00233144


My Heart's in the Highlands : SATB : Lon Beery : Lon Beery : Sheet Music : 00-23107 : 038081222899

Lon Beery : My Heart's in the Highlands

Here is a new folk song whose melodic contour, harmonic structure, and symmetry with the Robert Burns text are so authentic, that it's hard to believe it's a contemporary composition. Modern day composer Lon Beery truly captures the nature of historic folk music with his setting of My Heart's in the Highlands. An optional bass part in the three-part mixed version, and an optional tenor part in the men's arrangement offer great flexibility in either voicing.

Composer: Lon Beery | Poetry By: Robert Burns | Country: Scotland

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-23107
Other Voicings: TTB


My Heart's in the Highlands : SATB : Donna Gartman Schultz : Donna Gartman Schultz : Sheet Music : 48005019 : 073999050196

Donna Gartman Schultz : My Heart's in the Highlands

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 | Poetry By: Robert Burns | Country: Scotland

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 48005019
Other Voicings: SSA, Unison


My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose : SATB divisi : Guy Forbes : Guy Forbes : Sheet Music : 00291956 : 888680928711

Guy Forbes : My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose

Following in the spirit of his setting of O Nata Lux, Guy Forbes brings us a beautiful setting of this well-known Robert Burns' text. He has reserved the caressing dissonances for tjust the right moments, and mild harmonic surprises where you are happy to go. A great choice for advanced high school and college choirs.

Composer: Guy Forbes | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SATB divisi | Sheet Music | $2.45 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00291956


O My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose : SATB : Leo Nestor : Sheet Music : 5201

Leo Nestor : O My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose

Arranger: Leo Nestor | Country: Scotland

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.60 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 5201


O My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose : SATB : Jim Clements : Voces8 : Sheet Music : 98-EP73137

Jim Clements : O My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose

An SATB arrangement with no divisi of the famous Scottish folksong, My love is like a red, red rose, with text by Robert Burns, arranged for VOCES8 by Jim Clements.

Arranger: Jim Clements | Poetry By: Robert Burns Performed By: Voces8

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $4.00 | A Cappella |
98-EP73137


O My Love Is Like a Red, Red Rose : SATBBB : Simon Carrington : King's Singers : Sheet Music : 08750226 : 884088408794

Simon Carrington : O My Love Is Like a Red, Red Rose

In celebration of the 250th anniversary of Robert Burns' birth in 1759, here is the beloved Scottish air as arranged for the King's Singers by founding member Simon Carrington. Rich harmonies unfold in this tender ballad that expresses both the endurance and fleeting quality of romantic love. Duration: ca. 3:00.

Arranger: Simon Carrington | Poetry By: Robert Burns Performed By: King's Singers

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Voicing: SATBBB | Sheet Music | $1.90 | A Cappella | video
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08750226


O My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose : SATB :  :  : Sheet Music : 35015688 : 747510040958

René Clausen : O My Love Is Like A Red, Red Rose

Rich harmonic textures, sweeping piano lines, and 19th century Romantic nuances bring this Robert Burns poem to life in Rene Clausen's exquisite choral setting.

Composer: René Clausen | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35015688
Other Voicings: TTBB


O My Luve's Like a Red, Red Rose : SATB Divisi : Kevin Memley : Kevin Memley : Sheet Music : WJMS1134 : 884088994952

Kevin Memley : O My Luve's Like a Red, Red Rose

This well-known Robert Burns poem has been brought to new life by the composer. The flowing tune builds to a dramatic and uplifting climax - proclaiming the depth of love - before settling to a quiet and intimate close. A nicely-crafted melody, solid part writing, and a beautifully accessible piano accompaniment make this a great choice for choirs of various levels. Length: 3:50.ÊJo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series.

Composer: Kevin Memley | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SATB Divisi | Sheet Music | $2.15 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| WJMS1134


Sing Hallelu! : SATB : Donald Moore : Donald Moore : Sheet Music : 00-SV9663 : 029156199680

Donald Moore : Sing Hallelu!

Setting the memorable Robert Burns poem, Don has created a beautiful, romantic setting with long flowing choral lines and a lively accompaniment. Perfect for contest, festival or concert, this work is an excellent addition to the repertoire.

Composer: Donald Moore | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music
Other Voicings: TTB


The Birks of Aberfeldy : SA : Lee Kesselman : Sheet Music : 48004961 : 073999049619

Lee Kesselman : The Birks of Aberfeldy

It's a dance piece! Let the rhythm and accents hold sway as the piano rolics and the singers tease, tempt, cajole and invite the Bonnie Lassie!

Arranger: Lee Kesselman | Poetry By: Robert Burns | Country: Scotland

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Voicing: SA | Sheet Music | $1.80 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 48004961


Wild Mountain Thyme : SAB : Marti Lunn Lantz : Sheet Music : 35027106 : 884088473747

Marti Lunn Lantz : Wild Mountain Thyme

Roberts Burns' poetry is infused into this Celtic folk song with a captivating melody arranged with lovely harmonies. Wild Mountain Thyme is a must-have addition to your multicultural library for young and developing choirs. Available separately: SAB, PianoTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:04.

Arranger: Marti Lunn Lantz | Poetry By: Robert Burns

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35027106


Ye Banks and Braes : TTB : Russell Robinson : Sheet Music : CM9532

Russell Robinson : Ye Banks and Braes

This thoughtful setting of a traditional Scottish melody features text by Robert Burns, a harp-like piano accompaniment, and a lilting flute obbligato giving it a Celtic feel. Like so many folk songs of this region, the melody is beautifully singable and richly rewarding. Also available for Three-Part Mixed Voices (CM8734) and SA Voices (CM8735).

Arranger: Russell Robinson | Poetry By: Robert Burns | Country: Scotland

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Voicing: TTB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| CM9532

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