When I was a boy

Words and Music by Jeff Lynne.
Arranged by Andy Brooke.

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An inspirational ballad from rock gods ELO, and a great showpiece for the boys

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Age: 11 to 13 , 13 to 16 , 16+
Song type: Choir
Style: Contemporary choral , Pop/Rock
Subject: Music
Scoring: Changing voice part , Guitar chords , Parts (Lower Voices) , Piano accompaniment

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The performance track was recorded specially for Sing Up by Finchley Children’s Music Group to a backing track by Andy Brooke. The guitar backing track is by Paul James.

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