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Malay Folk Songs Collection
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Piano/Keyboard - intermediate
SKU: HL.288420
Early to Mid-Intermediate Level. Arranged by Charmaine Siagian. Educational Piano Solo. Asian, Folk, Recital, Solos. Softcover. 56 pages. Hal Leonard #288420. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.288420).ISBN 9781540044730. UPC: 888680911072. 9.0x12.0x0.143 inches.
Introduce piano students, young and old, to the culture and music of the Malay-speaking world, which includes the Southeast Asian countries of Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, and Indonesia. Includes notes on all 24 songs, illustrations, and a map of the region. Titles include: The Cockatoo (Burung Kakak Tua) • Milk Coffee (Kopi Susu) • Chan Mali Chan • The Goodbye Song (Geylang Sipaku Geylang) • Longing (Rasa Sayang) • The Moon Kite (Wau Bulan) • C'mon Mama! (Ayo Mama!) • Song for the Ladybugs (Tepuk Amai-Amai) • It's All Good Here (Di Sini Senang) • and more! Bonus: includes national anthems of the 4 countries. “Voyage of the Sampan” (Dayung Sampan) is an ABRSM 2023-24 and 2025-26 Grade 4 selection.
- At Dawn (Waktu Fajar)
- Chan mali chan
- The Cockatoo (Burung Kakak Tua)
- C'Mon, Mama! (Ayo Mama!)
- The Curvy Water Spinach Stalk (Lenggang Kangkung)
- Five Little Chicks (Lima Anak Ayam)
- God Bless The Sultan (Allah Peliharakan Sultan)
- The Goodbye Song (Geylang Sipaku Geylang)
- Great Indonesia (Indonesia Raya)
- It's All Good Here (Di Sini Senang)
- The Jumping Frog (Lompat Si Katak Lompat)
- Longing (Rasa Sayang)
- Mak Inang
- Milk Coffee (Kopi Susu)
- The Moon Kite (Wau Bulan)
- Morning Tide (Air Pasang Pagi)
- My Country (Negaraku)
- Onward Singapore (Majulah Singapura)
- Ponyfish (Ikan Kekek)
- Song For The Ladybugs (Tepuk Amai-Amai)
- The Stork Song (Bangau Oh Bangau)
- Suriram
- Trek Tek Tek
- Voyage Of The Sampan (Dayung Sampan)
Ratings + Reviews
Based on 3 Reviews
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Sarah M.
December 15, 2025
Excellent Collection for Intermediate Students
This Malay Folk Songs Collection is a gem for my early to mid-intermediate students. The arrangements by Charmaine Siagian are engaging, offering a wonderful introduction to diverse rhythms and musical styles. The clear notation and logical progression of difficulty make it ideal for teaching sight-reading and cultural appreciation. A fantastic addition to any piano teacher's repertoire library!
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Anonymous
December 14, 2025
Effective Accompaniment for Folk Repertoire
This collection offers a valuable resource for collaborative pianists exploring global folk music. The intermediate piano arrangements provide supportive textures that beautifully complement a vocal line, without overly doubling the melody. This allows for nuanced interpretation and vocal expression. While specific vocal ranges aren't noted, the accessible harmonies and well-structured accompaniments make these Malay folk songs excellent for coaching singers.
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Nakturne I.
May 14, 2019
Refreshing!
This collection of folks songs transcribed for solo piano was an instant hit in my studio. Students unanimously chose: Trek TekTek, Milk Coffee and At Dawn. The pieces on the first several pages are more accessible for early-intermediate pianists and as the pieces progress through the book, rhythms and technical requirements get increasingly challenging. Particularly sublime are: Suriram and Longing. Several of the pieces have a catchy, almost calypso style rhythm (Mak Inang, Milk Coffee...) which is entertaining and fun! Highly recommended for teachers who want to bring a splash of the islands to their studio!
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