Auld Lang Syne and R. Burns

History of Auld Lang Syne

Even if the title of this song seems unfamiliar to you (which is unlikely), you probably have heard it more than once. In many countries of the world – especially in English – speaking,-there is a nice tradition originated in Scotland to perform this ancient ballad on new year's night.

Moreover, Auld Lang Syne is often sung in all sorts of meetings and gatherings when it comes time to part.

History and meaning of Auld Lang Syne

The authorship of the composition is often given to the classic of Scottish literature, the poet Robert burns, but excerpts from his correspondence convince us that he did not come up with the idea to compose this work.

In 1788, he sent a copy of Mrs. Agnes Dunlop's ballad, accompanied by his remark:

May the land be down to the heaven-inspired poet who wrote this glorious passage! It has a flame of innate genius.

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