Waltzing Matilda

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Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bass, Piano, Snare Drum — "Waltzing Matilda" is treasured in Australia as a second national anthem. The folksy "bush" style, jaunty rhythms and compelling story line has not only endeared the song to the Australian people, but also to a much wider global audience. Some of the references in the lyrics are unique to Australian culture in the nineteenth century and may seem unfamiliar to those outside of the country. To aid in understanding, the following alphabetical glossary is provided: BILLABONG – a pond or small lakeBILLY – a can used for boiling water over an open fireCOOLIBAH – a variety of the eucalyptus tree that is native to AustraliaJUMBUCK – a male sheepMATILDA – a backpack of sorts used to carry a traveler’s possessionsSQUATTER – one who uses land illegally, especially for grazing sheep and cattleSWAGMAN – a wandering itinerant worker or tradesmanTROOPER – a law enforcement officer, usually riding on horsebackTUCKER BAG – a draw-string cloth bag used for transporting food suppliesWALTZING – traveling by foot cross-country while seeking employment "Waltzing Matilda" is treasured in Australia as a second national anthem. The folksy "bush" style, jaunty rhythms and compelling story line has not only endeared the song to the Australian people, but also to a much wider global audience. Tenor Bass Choirs are sure to thrive in this light-hearted arrangement.

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