The Midnight Special
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About 'The Midnight Special'
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The Artist:
Traditional Music of unknown author.
Composed:
unknown
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"Midnight Special" is a traditional folk song thought to have originated among prisoners in the American South. The title comes from the refrain which refers to the passenger train Midnight Special and its "ever-loving light" (sometimes "ever-living light").
Let the Midnight Special shine her light on me,
Let the Midnight Special shine her ever-loving light on me. (Traditional)
The song is historically performed in the country-blues style from the viewpoint of the prisoner and has been covered by many artists.
Let the Midnight Special shine her light on me,
Let the Midnight Special shine her ever-loving light on me. (Traditional)
The song is historically performed in the country-blues style from the viewpoint of the prisoner and has been covered by many artists.
Score Key:
Bb major (Sounding Pitch) C major (Trumpet in Bb) (
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4/4 (View more 4/4 Music)
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C5-A5
Tempo Marking:
Duration:
1:23
Number of Pages:
2
Difficulty:
Easy Level: Recommended for Beginners with some playing experience
Instrument:
Style:
Traditional
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This piece is included in the following :
Early Blues and Rock Songs for Trumpet
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