Red River Valley
The gentle cowboy song, for 2 to 4 singers: the soprano sings the melody, the alto moves beneath it, the bass holds the roots on "oo", and the tenor fills the chord. Easy to learn by ear.
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The parts
Each part's lowest and highest note. Pick the one that sits where you sing comfortably.
Soprano, D4 to D5
Alto, A3 to B4
Tenor, E3 to D4
Bass, G2 to D3
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The first verse
Words: traditional (Canadian and American, 1870s to 1890s)Tune: traditional
From this valley they say you are going.We will miss your bright eyes and sweet smile,for they say you are taking the sunshine,that has brightened our pathway a while.
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