The Colorado Trail

The Colorado Trail is an American cowboy song and it is a real trail stretching from Denver through the Rocky Mountains and ending near the town of Durango. If you travel this trail from beginning to end it requires strength and perseverance and the travelers will be weary by the time they reach the end. All of these conditions are reflected in the beautiful word painting of this arrangement.

A Journey of American Heritage Through Rhyme Rhythm and Song-EXPERIENCE major historical events and people who helped shape America into what it is today. Through rhyme rhythm and song meet people like Betsy Ross Paul Revere and Benjamin Franklin and experience historical events likethe Alamo the Lewis and Clark Expedition the Oregon Trail and many other adventures. Feel the embarrassment and pain George Washington felt when he had to have false teeth! These and other delightful stories await you in thismasterful resource of American heritage designed to appeal to people of all ages. EXPLORE the unique character of each of the 50 states through a variety of popular folk melodies that have survived hundreds of years along withhand-clapping games rounds as well as newly-composed pieces. Rhythmic ostinato patterns have even been provided if you want to accompany the numerous raps and rhymes with unpitched and body percussion. Movement activities games dances and Orff instrumental accompaniments will further enhance your enjoyment and understanding of the plethora of folk songs in this book. SHARE in the creative way the history of America has been presented here and seehow ordinary people throughout America expressed and continue to express their values traditions and life experiences through song! Over 100 songs including: Alabama Gal; America the Beautiful; Arkansas Traveler; Battle Hymnof the Republic; The Colorado Trail; Goin' to Boston; Home on the Range; I've Been Working on the Railroad; Mississippi Boatman's Song; My Home's in Montana; Old Brass Wagon; Old Paul Bunyan's Camp; Old Dan Tucker; On the Banks ofthe Sacramento; On Top of Old Smoky; Simple Gifts; The Star Spangled Banner; Swanee River; Sweet Betsy From Pike; There Are Many Flags; and more! Available: collection (with reproducible pages). For all ages.

Medley-Three cowboy songs combine in this short singable medley that is ideal for high school through adult community choir. Opening with a lyrical treatment of “Red River Valley ” it transitions seamlessly into“Colorado Trail ” before a rollicking rendition of “Green Grow the Lilacs.” Available separately: SATB SSA. Duration: ca. 3:15.

Dvd 2-In response to numerous requests Happy Traum has taken his ?Easy Steps? course to the next level adding songs and techniques that will bring your playing firmly into intermediate territory. You'll learn how to play in the versatile and useful ?dropped D? tuning with its rich booming bass notes and easy chord shapes. Five classic songs are taught each one rich with possibilities for creating exciting arrangements: The Colorado Trail ? My Home's Across the Smoky Mountains ? Fishin' Blues ? The Blues Ain't Nothin' ? John Henry. 60 MIN. ? LEVEL 3 ? INCLUDES MUSIC + TAB

La plus grande collection de musique country catalogue ! Presque 200 chansons, tous en facile à jouer format de ' busker '. Comprend ' Achy Breaky Heart ', ' Crazy ', ' Prendre ces chaînes de My Heart ', 'I Can ' T Stop Lovin' vous' et bien plus encore ! / Chant Et Guitare / 128 pages / Partition

The second volume of a thousand and one all-time hit songs ranging from essential standards to the latest pop hits - a must for all singers and musicians. / Chant Et Guitare

Collection for the Tenor-Bass Chorus. Here is a collection of songs curated to appeal to young men. The ranges are perfect, the texts appropriate and the results are extremely positive. This is a real value.

Celius Dougherty's songs are standards in the solo voice repertory. Now available in a well-crafted choral setting this cowboy classic makes an excellent feature for choirs of all levels.

Originally arranged for Voice and Piano by Celius Dougherty. Choral arrangement by Audrey Snyder available for SATB TTB and SA. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.