Edition Folk Tunes

The sprig of thyme

"The sprig of thyme" – a clear, gentle folk setting with lyrics and chord symbols that flows naturally in A minor, perfect for quick sight-reading on piano, guitar, or voice.
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"The sprig of thyme" is a gentle English folk song in A minor with lyrics and chord symbols, set in 4/4 and moving at an Andante con moto pace. This easy arrangement works beautifully on piano, guitar, or voice and captures the song's tender, pastoral character without any fuss. At just over two minutes, it's perfect for sight-reading, casual sessions, or folding into a repertoire of traditional melodies. The chord symbols guide you through the harmonic flow, and the whole arrangement feels intuitive from the first pass. A version that delivers exactly what you're looking for.

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Pages: 6
Instrumentation: piano, Vocals, Guitar
Instruments: Piano, Voice, Guitar
Key: A minor
BPM: 92
Time signature: 4 / 4
The sprig of thyme

Contributors

  • Cecil Sharp - Arranger
  • Martin Malto - Arranger