A Quartet's Love Song: The Bridesmaids' Eternal Vow

Ellie Goulding's How Long Will I Love You is a popular choice for weddings, with some couples opting for a string quartet version of the song. The original version of the song was written and performed by folk-rock band The Waterboys and released in 1990. Goulding's version was released in 2013 as part of the soundtrack for the film About Time. The song is a popular choice for first dances at weddings, with its sweet and simple style making it a good option for beginners.

The song is a cover of the original by The Waterboys

"How Long Will I Love You" is a song by folk-rock band The Waterboys, released in 1990 as the lead single from their fifth studio album, "Room to Roam". The song was written by Mike Scott and has a running time of 2 minutes and 49 seconds.

The song has since been covered by English singer Ellie Goulding and released as the second single from her album "Halcyon Days" in 2013. Goulding's version was also included on the soundtrack to the 2013 film "About Time", which featured a different cover version by Jon Boden, Sam Sweeney, and Ben Coleman.

Goulding's cover of "How Long Will I Love You" was a commercial success, peaking at number three on the UK Singles Chart and achieving platinum sales status in several countries. It also served as the official song for the BBC's 2013 Children in Need appeal.

The song has become a popular choice for weddings, with its sweet and simple melody making it a favourite for first dances and bridal party entrances. The string quartet arrangement, in particular, has been well-received, adding a touch of elegance and classic charm to the proceedings.

The Waterboys' original version of "How Long Will I Love You" holds a special place in musical history, but Goulding's cover has breathed new life into the song, introducing it to a new generation of listeners and solidifying its place as a modern wedding classic.

It was released as a single by Ellie Goulding in 2013

"How Long Will I Love You" is a song by folk-rock band The Waterboys, released in 1990. It was later covered by English singer Ellie Goulding and released as a single in 2013. Goulding's version of the song was included in the reissue of her second studio album, "Halcyon Days", and served as the official song for the BBC's Children in Need appeal that year.

Goulding's "How Long Will I Love You" was released on 10 November 2013 as the second single from "Halcyon Days". The song was a commercial success, peaking at number three on the UK Singles Chart and selling 82,872 copies. It also reached the top ten in six other charts and the top twenty in eleven charts overall. To date, it has been certified 2x platinum in the United Kingdom and gold in six other countries, including the United States, Australia, and New Zealand.

The music video for "How Long Will I Love You" was directed by Mike Sharpe and released on 9 September 2013. It features Goulding walking along a beach, intercut with footage from the 2013 film "About Time", for which the song was also included on the soundtrack. A second music video, starring Goulding and Dylan Edwards, was released on 28 October 2013. This video was shot entirely on a Nokia Lumia 1020 and contains scenes from the short film "Tom & Issy", directed by Roger Michell.

"How Long Will I Love You" by Ellie Goulding has since become a popular choice for weddings, with its sweet and simple melody making it a favourite for first dances.

It features on the soundtrack of the film About Time

"How Long Will I Love You" is a song by folk-rock band The Waterboys, released in 1990. It was later covered by English singer Ellie Goulding and released as a single from her 2013 album, Halcyon Days.

Goulding's version of the song was included on the soundtrack of the 2013 film About Time, directed by Richard Curtis. The soundtrack was released on 3 September 2013 and featured contemporary hits from the 1990s and early 2000s. It included songs by artists such as The Cure, The Killers, Amy Winehouse, Sugababes, and Nick Cave.

The song "How Long Will I Love You" was not featured in the film itself but appeared on the official soundtrack album. The song served as the official song for the BBC's 2013 Children in Need appeal and Goulding performed it live on BBC One for the appeal show.

The song was a commercial success for Goulding, peaking at number three on the UK Singles Chart and selling over 82,000 copies. It also reached the top ten in six other countries and was certified 2x platinum in the UK. The music video for the song, directed by Mike Sharpe, features footage of Goulding walking along a beach intercut with scenes from About Time.

It is a popular choice for wedding first dances

"How Long Will I Love You" is a popular choice for wedding first dances. The song was written by Mike Scott and first released in 1990 by his folk-rock band, The Waterboys. It has since been covered by other artists, most notably Ellie Goulding, whose version is often chosen for wedding first dances.

Goulding's rendition is a beautiful, sweet, and short first dance song, making it a perfect option for beginners. The song's simple and sweet style means even the most novice dancers can learn a beginner choreography routine without stressing over it. The entire tutorial takes only two to three hours to complete, including practice time between steps.

The song's popularity is evident in its commercial success. Goulding's version peaked at number three on the UK Singles Chart and charted in the top 20 in 11 different countries. It has been certified 2x platinum in the United Kingdom and gold in six other countries, including the United States, Australia, and New Zealand.

"How Long Will I Love You" has also been featured in films, further contributing to its popularity. Goulding's version was included on the soundtrack of the 2013 film "About Time," and another cover of the song by Jon Boden, Sam Sweeney, and Ben Coleman also appeared in the movie.

When it comes to weddings, the song is often chosen not just for the first dance but also for the bridal party's entrance. For example, one couple chose a string quartet version of the song for their entire processional, including family, groomsmen, and bridesmaids. The song's enduring appeal makes it a timeless choice for couples looking to add a touch of romance and sweetness to their special day.

Sheet music is available for string quartet

Sheet music for Ellie Goulding's "How Long Will I Love You" is available for string quartet. This version is arranged by Peter Martin and published by Mainstream Music. It is a level 3 piece and the sheet music is 9 pages long. The arrangement is designed to be gig-friendly and flexible, and can also be played as a duet or trio. The sheet music can be purchased and downloaded online, and includes a score and parts. Once downloaded, you can view and print the sheet music at home, school, or anywhere you want to make music.

The song "How Long Will I Love You" was originally written by Mike Scott and performed by folk-rock band The Waterboys for their fifth studio album, "Room to Roam", in 1990. It was later covered by Ellie Goulding and released as the second single from her 2013 album "Halcyon Days". Goulding's version was also included on the soundtrack to the 2013 film "About Time".

If you are looking for other sheet music for string quartet, there are many options available, including popular songs such as "A Thousand Years" by Christina Perri, "Love Me Like You Do" by Ellie Goulding, and "Stand By Me" by Ben E. King.

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