This edition was prepared by David Anderson — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Bobby Shaftoe
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs, Folk songs
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Ian Haslam
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Bobby Shaftoe — Lyrics
Bobby Shaftoe’s gone to sea,
Silver buckles on his knee,
He’ll come back and marry me
Bonny Bobby Shaftoe.
Bobby Shaftoe’s bright and fair,
Combing down his yellow hair,
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About Bobby Shaftoe
This traditional English folk song celebrates the dashing sailor Bobby Shaftoe. The words paint a picture of a handsome young man with "silver buckles on his knee" and "yellow hair", who is dearly loved and longed for by the singer. The text expresses a hopeful anticipation of his return from the sea to marry his sweetheart. This arrangement for SATB choir captures the charming and lighthearted spirit of the original melody, making it an engaging addition to any secular concert programme. The familiar tune is presented with clear harmonies suitable for developing choirs.
