Scarborough Fair Acoustic Guitar - Digital Sheet Music
23076297
Scarborough Fair
23076297
23076297
23076297
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Guitar, Solo Guitar - Level 1 - Digital Download
SKU: A0.1653108
By Ricardo Farão. Composed by Anonymous. Arranged by Ricardo Farão. This edition: audio, pdf. Classical, Early Music, Historic, Medieval, New Age. Individual part. 4 pages. Ricardo Farão #1219572. Published by Ricardo Farão (A0.1653108).Scarborough Fair (Traditional English Ballad) – Classical Guitar Solo Arrangement by Ricardo Farão
Discover the timeless beauty of “Scarborough Fair” with this evocative solo guitar arrangement, crafted for intermediate to advanced players who appreciate expressive folk melodies and the rich tradition of classical guitar.
About the Piece
“Scarborough Fair” is an iconic English folk ballad whose origins trace back to the Middle Ages. Named after the historic fair in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, this haunting melody has been passed down through generations, inspiring countless artists—including the famous rendition by Simon & Garfunkel. The ballad is cataloged in the Roud Folk Song Index and remains one of the most beloved traditional songs worldwide.
About this Arrangement
Ricardo Farão’s solo guitar adaptation brings new life to this classic, highlighting the melody’s medieval character with delicate harmonies, modal coloring, and ornamented bass lines. The arrangement remains faithful to the original tune while adding a fresh dimension through the warm, resonant voice of the classical guitar.
Authentic Medieval Atmosphere: This score uses open-string drones, subtle rhythmic variations, and period-inspired ornamentation to evoke the ambiance of ancient English halls and countryside.
Expressive and Playable: Carefully fingered and edited for clarity, this version suits both concert performance and personal enjoyment, offering intermediate guitarists a musically rewarding challenge.
Beautiful Presentation: The sheet music is professionally typeset, easy to read, and includes performance suggestions.
Why Choose This Arrangement?
Perfect for recitals, themed concerts, or personal repertoire, this arrangement is ideal for guitarists seeking:
- Timeless folk repertoire
- Music with historical and cultural depth
- Pieces that connect audience and performer through familiar melodies reimagined in new ways.
This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard’s global self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters. ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds.
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