Would that I could be the lowly fern

Giovanni Battista Pergolesi.
Arranged by Alexander L’Estrange.
English words by Sigmund Spaeth.

This beautiful piece arranged as a duet with an optional alto part would work for small groups and choirs alike, and is an excellent choice for music festivals

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Age: 9 to 11 , 11 to 13 , 13 to 16 , 16+
Song type: Choir
Style: Western classical
Subject: Music
Scoring: Piano accompaniment , Unison (optional parts)

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The performance was recorded specially for Sing Up by Joanna Forbes-L'Estrange, mixed and mastered by Alexander L'Estrange. The backing track was created by Alexander L'Estrange.

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