Format : Score and Parts
Whereas ‘Auld Lang Syne’ may be considered the best-known Scottish song ever yet at the same time it is an obscure one for there are but few people who know the complete text by heart. After the familiar ‘Should auld acquaintance be forgot .....‘ many people take their refuge to lyrics like ‘rum tee dum ta dee ..... lah lah lah ........... for auld lang syne’. Even in Scotland only a handful of persons know the entire text and are able to give a correct rendering of it. The current lyrics have been attributed to the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Burns however he did not write the whole poem : after he had heard an old man sing the centuries-old Scotchballad he wrote it down and added a number of stanzas (1788). Historical research teaches us that the ballad served many purposes both political and religious. Nowadays ‘Auld Lang Syne’ is sung as a Christmas Carol and it is also sung on New Year’s Eve at the turning of the year. Apart from that though the song is also sung on many other occasions – sometimes with different lyrics which usually have Love Friendship and/or Parting as their themes as these go well with the fascinating melody. In this arrangement a low-sounding solo instrument is central. The harmonization in the accompaniment fits in perfectly with the sentiments this song will evoke. Should auld acquaintance be forgot And never brought to mind Should auld acquintance be forgot. And days of auld lang syne For auld lang syne my dear For auld lang syne We’ll take a cup of kindness yet For auld lang syne.
SKU: CL.012-5039-01
Perhaps the oldest song of friendship, Robert Burns wrote the words to Auld Lang Syne in 1788 and set them to music using the melody of a previously existing Scottish folk song. This tune was later changed to the version most often heard today. Both melodies are presented here in this masterful Paul Clark arrangement that musically evokes warm memories of the past, and a positive feeling of friendship and hope for the future. Opportunities for musicality and expressive playing make it appropriate for bands of a wide range of experience. Auld Lang Syne is the perfect closing selection for your Holiday, or any, concert!
SKU: HL.870022
ISBN 9781540028044. UPC: 888680748555. 9.0x12.0x5.25 inches.
A collection of popular Christmas and holiday tunes arranged to be used either with full band or individual soloists. Each student book includes parts for the full band arrangement as well as separate pages for solo use. Access to free recordings is provided with an online code included with each book. Includes: Auld Lang Syne, Feliz Navidad, Parade of the Wooden Soldiers, Good King Wenceslas, Pat-a-Pan, Silver Bells, Do You Hear What I Hear?, My Favorite Things, White Christmas, Christmas Time Is Here and The Polar Express. Now including PLAYBACK+ A multi-function audio player that allows you to adjust tempo without changing pitch, change keys, and create practice loops - available exclusively from Hal Leonard. Online audio/media is accessed at halleonard.com/mylibrary.
SKU: CL.012-5000-01
Karl King composed his Auld Lang Syne March using the oldest song of friendship as the basis for the trio, but cleverly interweaves various Scottish folk tunes in this beautifully crafted march. Perfect for a variety of performance situations, this march has a special stately quality to it which will impress audiences and challenge performers. This Karl L. King Centennial edition includes extensive historical background information, program notes, performance suggestions, and much more.
SKU: CL.012-5000-00