The arrangement of the title song. Auld Lang Syne is a bit of a
show-stopper with several other Scottish melodies woven in, and this is
complemented by a beautiful adaptation of perhaps Scotland's most famous
melody, The Skye Boat Song. The final song within this collection is
Afton Water, first published or collected by Robbie Burns, the great
Scottish poet - it is a gentle, lyrical hymn of praise both to the
countryside and to Scotland itself.
Choral Basics is a recently created series that offers straightforward
and rewarding repertoire for the beginner choir. Perfect for singers of
all ages, the series offers simple 3-part choral arrangements for
soprano, alto and a combined male voice part. Consultant editor
Alexander L'Estrange has brought together an array of repertoire
including world music, spirituals, pop classics, show hits and original
pieces. Carefully considered for the level, the arrangements pay
particular attention to breathing, vocal ranges and technique whilst
straightforward piano accompaniments support the vocal lines.