What a terrific Celtic song Star of the County Down is! Some pieces of music seem to spread like wildfire through a group of musicians, and this free guitar sheet music will do that in your studio too.
If you want to hear --and see! -- a fun rendition of this song, complete with fiddle, pipes, and drums, check out the "Orthodox Celts" on this YouTube video below. Vigorous, humorous, and very musical...my students and I have watched this video many times!
When I have a really terrific piece like this that is also a song, I usually end up giving it to my pianists, guitarists, and singers alike. They all benefit, and frequently end up playing it together.
I have made the rhythm double-time for the sake of young students -- if you want a version with eighth notes, check out
Star of the County Down for voice.
This vigorous, free Celtic sheet music will be a favorite of your students. It has a strong rhythm and wonderful, singable melody. I have to thank a fiddle and guitar teacher named Dan for introducing local musicians to this great piece. You'll thank him too!
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