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Composed by American Spiritual. Arranged by MissoRB. This edition: pdf. Folk, Gospel, Historic, Spiritual, Traditional. 1 pages. MissoRB #1350009. Published by MissoRB (A0.1789879).This easy level arrangement of Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child is written for Violin, with chord symbols and full lyrics included in the score, making it ideal for beginner and early-intermediate players. The song is a Traditional American Spiritual, deeply rooted in African American gospel and folk tradition. The violin carries the complete main melody entirely in first position, emphasizing sustained notes, smooth legato bowing, and expressive phrasing. The writing allows students to focus on intonation, tone quality, and musical expression. Chord symbols support harmonic understanding and optional accompaniment or ensemble use, while the included lyrics enable vocal practice, classroom activities, or educational performances. The solemn, reflective, and emotional character of this spiritual is carefully preserved.
About the instrument:
Violin (C instrument) – main melody
First position throughout
Simple rhythms and expressive phrasing
Easy level
Clear melodic writing
Chord symbols included
Lyrics included in the score
Suitable for solo study, teaching, and ensemble use
About the lyrics:
Traditional spiritual lyrics are fully included in the score, allowing optional singing, educational use, and ensemble applications.
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