Composer

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Stephen Foster

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1851

Average_duration

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3:55

"Old Folks at Home" is a popular song composed by Stephen Foster in 1851. It was first published under the title "Swanee River" and premiered in 1851 in a minstrel show in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The song quickly became popular and was adopted as the state song of Florida in 1935. The song is composed in the key of G major and has a moderate tempo. It consists of three verses and a chorus, with a simple melody that is easy to sing along to. The lyrics describe the beauty of the Swanee River in Florida and the longing of the narrator to return to his home and be with his loved ones. The first movement of the song begins with a simple melody played on the piano, which is then joined by the vocals. The second movement features a more complex melody, with the vocals and piano playing in harmony. The third movement returns to the simple melody of the first movement, with the vocals and piano playing in unison. The characteristics of "Old Folks at Home" are its simple melody, catchy chorus, and nostalgic lyrics. The song has become a classic of American folk music and has been covered by many artists over the years. Its popularity has endured for over a century, and it remains a beloved song that is often played at family gatherings and other events.

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