Auld Lang Syne written in 1788 by Scottish poet Robert Burns it is set to the tune of a traditional folk song. It is most often heard to celebrate the start of the new year at midnight on New Year's Day. Performed by The U.S. Marine Corps Band, Keywords, New Year's Day, holiday, Auld Lang Syne, Robert Burns.
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