CGA1376 What Child Is This?

Description

Wonderfully inventive and different, this setting by Malvar-Keylock and Friedersdorf utilizes differing time signatures to bring a new perspective to this carol. The verses are unexpectedly set in 4/4, while the refrain dances in 3/4. Extremely versatile, with options for unison, two-, and three-part singing. The optional original Greensleeves lyrics are included for additional opportunities.

Voicing: Unison, two-part, or three-part with piano

Composer: GREENSLEEVES

Text: William Chatterton Dix, 1837-1898; anonymous 16th c. English ballad

Arranger: Melissa Malvar-Keylock and Jill Friedersdorf

Season: Christmas, Epiphany

Additional Resources:
CGAC1376 What Child Is This? Accompaniment Track
CGAC1376e What Child Is This? (Digital Download Accompaniment Track)

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