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Ashokan Farewell by Jay Ungar and Molly Mason is one of the most beautiful tunes associated with Ken Burns Civil War series. I totally enjoy playing that on my ’90 TR. Usually at the end of the night when the house is quiet and still. It is always requested by my wife as she relaxes, content to listen with eyes closed….
I also play it in D, slowly, as it was written, but with my own take. Of course, not imitating Russ Barenburg’s beautiful work on the tune, but certainly inspired by it!
Another hauntingly beautiful tune, also in D, is O’Carolan’s Shebeg Shemore (my take on the spelling). Similar feeling to Ashokan Farewell.
Stay safe and well, friends,
Walter
“Oh Ward, isn’t Eddie such a nice, polite young man?” “Yes June, and a good influence on Wally and the Beave”
Eddie was the best! LOL
Been listening to a lot of John these last couple of days. His lyrics get deeper and deeper in meaning the more I listen. An amazing talented, crazy guy. Rolling Stone had a couple of great articles posted about his life and music.
Stay safe friends!
Walter
Just the one. My ’90 Tony Rice, label signed by him. Top underside signed by Otis B. Rodeo and Jeff Traugott. It keeps sounding better all the time!
My ’90 Tony Rice is EIR with Sitka top. Getting better all the time! Signed by Otis B and Jeff Traugott.
I had a 1983 HD-28 150th anniversary model given to me by my wife for our 10th anniversary. Unfortunately, it was taken in a burglary at our house. Received undervalued insurance settlement, and ventured with a friend on a road trip to Mandolin Bros. on Staten Island. I closed my eyes while he played the two TR models in stock and I chose the one that sounded better to me. Happily ever after, me and my guitar!
Very informative podcast, looking forward to pt 2.
Thanks for this treasure.
Walter
Call them and ask about the TR capo. They are a delight to chat with. The TR was offered as a limited edition of 1951 (Tony’s birth year, mine as well) a few years ago. Each was serially numbered. At the time, you could request a specific number (if available). Mine has the same serial number as my ’90 TR. Each capo has his well recognized signature engraved on it as well as the #. The TR capo is beautifully crafted and is a pleasure to use. I treasure mine and it will stay with my TR ‘Cruz. It was good to know that some of the payment would go to Tony as well.
wbb90TR
Howdy,
Bought my TR in ’90 at Mandolin Bros. Been a great ride, looking forward to another 28 years!
Walter
