Two Sea Shanties
for String Orchestra
Traditional/arr. John Mock
Sea shanties (or chanteys) were folk songs sung a cappella by sailors to set a rhythm for specific tasks on a ship performed in unison. Though shanties were practical, most are very beautiful melodies as well. Chosen for their lyricism, …
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Sea shanties (or chanteys) were folk songs sung a cappella by sailors to set a rhythm for specific tasks on a ship performed in unison. Though shanties were practical, most are very beautiful melodies as well. Chosen for their lyricism, these two expressive songs, Go To Sea Once More and The Banks of Newfoundland, are arranged for string orchestra with flowing phrases and interwoven harmonies that express a love for the sea.