Au clair de la lune
~ Song
Wikipedia
"Au clair de la lune" (French pronunciation: [o klɛʁ də la lyn(ə)], lit. 'By the Light of the Moon') is a French folk song of the 18th century. Its composer and lyricist are unknown. Its simple melody () is commonly taught to beginners learning an instrument.
Relationships
lyricist: | [traditional] (special purpose artist) |
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composer: | [traditional] (special purpose artist) Gérard Beauchamp |
previously attributed to: | Jean‐Baptiste Lully (composer) |
publisher: | CYP Music Limited (Children’s Audio Publisher) |
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Wikidata: | Q758389 [info] |
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later translated versions: | In the Moonlight |
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is the basis for: | Au clair de la lune Au clair de la lune Fantaisie and Variations on "Au clair de la lune", op. 48 In the Silver Moonbeams |