R$30
Key: G major
Arrangement: Soprano Recorder (lead melody) + Chords (also works for other instruments)
Composer/Source: Traditional / Anonymous
Era: Medieval (13th century)
Region – Culture: Italian
Type: Song
“Nowel Nowel: In Bethlem” is a medieval song associated with the 13th century, presented here as a practical lead-melody arrangement for soprano recorder with chord symbols for accompaniment. In G major, the melody sits comfortably for many instruments and works especially well for recorder players who want repertoire with a clear early-music flavor but simple, singable lines.
This kind of medieval repertoire is extremely useful if you:
perform early/medieval-themed sets (churches, cultural events, historical venues),
teach beginner-to-intermediate recorder students using attractive historical material,
want an “old-world” melodic piece that can be played solo or with accompaniment.
On soprano recorder, this melody encourages a bright, clear tone and rewards careful phrasing. It’s a great study piece for:
tone stability (keeping long notes even and centered),
breath planning (medieval-style lines often teach natural breathing points),
clean articulation (light tonguing to keep the character gentle and vocal),
style awareness (a simple melodic approach that sounds authentic without over-decoration).
Aim for a vocal, flowing sound: keep articulation light and avoid overly sharp attacks. Let the phrase shape guide your dynamics—small crescendos into important notes and gentle releases at cadences can make the tune feel expressive without becoming “romantic.” If you play it with guitar/keys, the included chords help you build a simple accompaniment pattern (drone-like textures, broken chords, or soft rhythmic pulses) that fits medieval aesthetics.
2 downloadable files (2.2MB) as listed in the product details.