The Parting Glass The Parting Glass "The Parting Glass" is a Scottish traditional song, often sung at the end of a gathering of friends. It was purportedly the most popular parting song sung in Scotland before Robert Burns wrote "Auld Lang Syne". The "parting glass", or "stirrup cup", or "coupe d'etrier" was the final hospitality offered to a departing guest. Once they had mounted, they were presented one final drink to fortify them for their travels. The custom was practiced in Saxony and in several continental countries. The earliest known printed version was as a broadside in the 1770s and it first appeared
The Good Old Song The Good Old Song "The Good Old Song' (alternatively spelled as "The Good Ole Song") is the de facto alma mater of the University of Virginia. The song is often said to be the University's fight song, although the official fight song is the Cavalier Song. It is set to the music of Auld Lang Syne, a song otherwise commonly sung on New Year's Eve. The Good Old Song is most commonly sung by Virginia Cavaliers fans following sports victories. Fans join hands or embrace as they sway back and forth, singing the first verse of the song, followed by