Auld Lang Syne for Woodwind Quintet, arranged by Jari Villanueva

Full Score
Flute
Oboe
Clarinet
Horn in F
Bassoon

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"Auld Lang Syne" is a Scots poem written by Robert Burns in 1788 and set to the tune of a traditional folk song. It is well known in many countries, especially in the English-speaking world, as the traditional song used to bid farewell to the old year at the stroke of midnight. By extension, it is also sung at funerals, graduations, and as a farewell or ending to other occasions.

The phrase "for auld lang syne" essentially boils down to "for (the sake of) old times". It's an expression which calls for the preservation of our oldest, dearest friendships; perhaps observed in the reflective quality of New Year's Eve itself. A time when people come together to recall past joys and sorrows, specifically those spent in each other's company.

This arrangement captures the flavor of the original tune and would be a great selection for a holiday concert or as a special presentation around New Years Eve.

Should old acquaintance be forgot,
and never brought to mind?
Should old acquaintance be forgot,
and old lang syne?

CHORUS:
For auld lang syne, my dear,
for auld lang syne,
we'll take a cup of kindness yet,
for auld lang syne.