Young and Old

19th Century socialist Charles Kingsley is the lyricist of this ‘carpe diem’ style piece by Nico Muhly. The folk song like quality of the melody and rhythm make this piece easily accessible to those wishing to try two part singing for the first time.

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  5. Dynamics

  6. Tempo, Pulse, Counting

Credits

Music by:
Nico Muhly
Text by:
Charles Kingsley

Performance track

Singers:
National Youth Choir of Great Britan Girls' Youth Choir
Conductor:
Rachel Staunton
Accompanist:
Dan Moriyama

Backing track

Piano Backing Tracks:
Nathan Williamson

Song Details

Genre:
Classical
Tempo:
Dotted Crotchet = 86
Time Signature:
6/8
Key Signature:
C Major (slightly ambiguous)
Tonality:
Ambiguous
Range:
C#4 - B4 (optional E5)
Piano Supporting Melody:
Frequently