Schott Vieilles Chansons et Rondes Françaises - Medium Voice et Piano

Name: Vieilles Chansons et Rondes Françaises - Medium Voice et Piano
Brand: Schott
SKU: 55032
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ID : 55032

EAN : 9790001040280

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Essential Information About This Collection
• A broad overview of traditional French songs : nursery rhymes, rounds, lullabies, and popular tunes gathered in a single volume.
• Ideal for enriching a repertoire : perfect for music school, choir, musical awakening, or the joy of singing with family.
• A varied and evocative selection : iconic titles such as "Au clair de la lune," "Frère Jacques," "Sur le pont d'Avignon," as well as regional traditional songs.
• Practical format : a 96-page collection, easy to carry and consult daily.

Vieilles Chansons et Rondes Françaises - Medium Voice et Piano

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Summary of This Score

This collection offers a large compilation of songs from the Francophone heritage, designed to keep the oral tradition alive through an immediately recognizable repertoire. It includes narrative songs ("Le roi Dagobert," "Marlbrough s'en va-t-en guerre"), rounds and singing games ("Savez-vous planter les choux?," "Nous n'irons plus au bois"), lullabies and gentle airs ("Fais dodo, Colas," "Berceuse d'Auvergne"), as well as popular melodies that have endured through generations ("Auprès de ma blonde," "Il pleut, il pleut, bergère," "Gentil coqu'licot").

The diversity of titles allows for various moods: call-and-response songs, catchy refrains, softer melodies, and festive tunes suited for group moments. The content also includes more "historical" pages with emblematic songs like "Vive Henri IV," "Ah! ça ira," "Le chant du départ," and "La Marseillaise," useful for building a thematic program, cultural event, or musical memory work.

Thanks to this extensive selection (from "Maman, les p'tits bateaux" to "La mèr' Michel," including "Le furet du bois joli" and "Compère Guilleri"), the collection provides a solid foundation to develop pitch accuracy, French diction, sense of rhythm, and group listening. It is intended for teachers and choir directors as well as musicians seeking a traditional repertoire that is easy to teach and effective for creating a shared musical moment.

Technical specifications

Musical Genre

Traditional, World

Publication

Sheet music

Language

French

Pages

Questions frequently asked

Which French songs are included in this collection?

The collection notably includes "Le roi Dagobert," "Marlbrough s'en va-t-en guerre," "Auprès de ma blonde," "Il pleut, il pleut, bergère," and "Gentil coqu'licot." Rounds such as "Savez-vous planter les choux ?" and "Nous n'irons plus au bois" are also featured.

Is this sheet music suitable for choral or school activities?

The selection includes call-and-response songs, singing games, and group refrains, such as "Compère Guilleri" and "Le furet du bois joli." It allows working on French diction, pitch accuracy, and group listening.

How many pages does Schott Vieilles Chansons et Rondes Françaises have?

The book contains 96 pages of sheet music in French.

Are there historical songs in this book?

Several tunes linked to historical heritage are present, including "Vive Henri IV," "Ah ! ça ira," "Le chant du départ," and "La Marseillaise." These titles can be used to build a thematic program or cultural event. The selection also includes narrative songs like "Le roi Dagobert."

Does the collection include French lullabies?

Gentle melodies are offered with "Fais dodo, Colas" and "Berceuse d'Auvergne." The arrangement is intended for a medium voice with piano accompaniment, in line with the book's title.