Wilson's Wilde is a fairly simple Renaissance Period tune of anonymous origin from the 16th century. Several composers of that period, including William Byrde and John Dowland have used it in lute and other instrumental compositions. For guitar, it sounds good whether you play it on nylon or steel strings.
Wilson's Wilde
Anon
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Musical Features
Key
Although the tune pre-dates the major-minor key system of the 17th century, this arrangement is in the key of A major. The three-sharp key signature indicates that all F, C & G notes are to be played sharp wherever they occur in the score. There are no in-score accidentals to deal with.
Timing Matters
The 6/8 (six-eight) time signature indicates compound duple meter. That means there are two beats per bar and each beat is worth a dotted quarter note. Give it an up-beat 'dancey' feel.
Although the tune pre-dates the major-minor key system of the 17th century, this arrangement is in the key of A major. The three-sharp key signature indicates that all F, C & G notes are to be played sharp wherever they occur in the score. There are no in-score accidentals to deal with.
Timing Matters
The 6/8 (six-eight) time signature indicates compound duple meter. That means there are two beats per bar and each beat is worth a dotted quarter note. Give it an up-beat 'dancey' feel.
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