The lead sheet for “This Old Man” is available for download as a PDF.

This Old Man

“This Old Man” is a traditional American children’s song, writer and composer unknown, likely shaped in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century. Its counting verses and playful nonsense syllables reflect oral folk traditions designed for memory, rhythm, and participation rather than authorship.

The song gained wide recognition through recordings by artists such as Burl Ives and Pete Seeger during the folk revival era. Its simple structure encouraged clapping or tapping, and performers often altered tempo or verses, reinforcing its role as an adaptable teaching song.

Lead Sheet

“This Old Man” is available for download as a PDF in a bundle with 10 other songs.

Happy Birthday – Frère Jacques – Hush, Little Baby – London Bridge is Falling Down – Mary Had a Little Lamb – This Old Man – Twinkle Twinkle Little Star – Baa, Baa Black Sheep – The ABC – Three Blind Mice – Row, Row, Row Your Boat

Download 11 Nursery Rhymes – Lead Sheets (11 Individual PDF Files)