The Girl I Left Behind Me
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The Girl I Left Behind Me
- Instrumentation String Orchestra
- Editor Sandra Dackow
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Difficulty Level
- Edition Score for Strings
- Publisher Alfred Publishing
- Order no. ALF45817S
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Description:
All in first position with straightforward rhythms and thematic parts for everyone, this poignant song arranged by Sandra Dackow will be a wonderful addition to any concert. 'The Girl I Left Behind Me' first appears in 18th century Ireland, often known as 'Brighton Camp.' It emigrated to the United States along with many other Anglo/Scots/Irish folk tunes and became a popular marching song for soldiers. During the American Civil War, soldiers in both the Confederate and Union armies sang it. A number of cultures have embraced this song, adding their own local lyrics. (2:15)