Ashokan Farewell

Arranged for Classical Guitar. Score/tab -and now a 40-minute tutorial - available through my site www.shaunmurray.co.uk. We used to play this fiddle tune in The Ray Peters Band and it went down well so I thought I'd try it as a solo guitar arrangement. Composed by Jay Ungar it was used as the musical backdrop for the TV film The Civil War.

[@timothyrea4757]

Each time I play this it's like the first time I have heard it. I can't get enough.

[@andrewkillian5877]

thats a fantastic way of putting it I feel exactly the same

[@jandeband]

Awesome, such a haunting melody❤

[@warbonnet64]

This is by far the most beautiful rendition of Ashokan Farewell on guitar I've ever listened to. Thank you so much for sharing and BRAVO!

[@ironmonger100]

Much appreciated, thank you :-)

[@CommittedMusicians]

Agreed.

[@TheDavidDunham]

A masterful performance. This is a melody that grabs you by the heart and throat, and Shaun Murray gets full marks.

[@ironmonger100]

Bless you David, thanks and I'm glad you enjoyed it

[@tomhankinson1555]

This is a beautiful arrangement and performance Shaun!

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks so much Tom 🙂

[@petercroft2804]

This is the first time that I have heard Ashokan Farewell played on the guitar, it sounds beautiful, what an outstanding musician.

[@ironmonger100]

Thank you so much :-)

[@benpholmes]

Wow! I bet Ken Burns is kicking himself that he didn't have this arrangement also to add to his "Civil War" series. This version would have complemented certain portions so well!

[@ironmonger100]

+Ben Holmberg Thanks for such kind feedback Ben - my version featuting in Ken Burns' film, wow there's a thought :-) ..thanks again.

[@hunnicut5401]

@@ironmonger100 Isn't a guitar version of Ashokan Farewell included in the series? I remember something like it when Lee surrenders, it made the scene 100000x more somber

[@ironmonger100]

@@hunnicut5401 To my shame I've never seen the series but it was recently re-run on the BBC here in the UK so I plane to catch up over the holidays, I'm looking forward to it very much

[@ghostdog9]

Great version of a beautiful song. The Ken Burns civil war documentary is now on UK netflix for those interested

[@crixxxxxxxxx]

Yes, they do use a solo guitar version in the film.

[@threetowner]

Such a beautiful tune. I too fell in love with it back when the Civil War series was on TV. Shaun, your rendition is up there along with the Doc and the lady as the best I've heard.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks for such a kind appraisal Hugh :-)

[@scotimotti]

I have heard 100 amazing guitarist attempt this tune without success. It is not a tune suited for guitar, until now! Your arrangement and execution is masterful. Great job and thank you.

[@ironmonger100]

That's so kind, thank you from the bottom of my heart 🙂

[@krismania7070]

Absolutely beautiful in all respects. The best guitar rendition of this beautiful tune EVER, and there are some fine ones out there. Thank you for sharing your superb playing.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks for such a kind appraisal. Season's greetings!

[@timothyrea4757]

It only gets better!

[@ironmonger100]

Wow, thank you :-)

[@ironmonger100]

Good to hear from ya!! And thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoyed my version :-)

[@TiborasaurusRex]

Outstanding.

[@ironmonger100]

Glad you liked it, thank you so much :-)

[@amandahildebrand9843]

This will be played (guitar) at my wedding June 23rd in New Sweden Maine by a friend of the groom

[@ironmonger100]

Wow thanks Amanda, I'm pleased you like my version. And congratulation on the wedding - I wish you a lifetime of love, happiness and music :-)

[@ConMaloney]

This is very beautiful. I admire your artistry and skill.

[@ironmonger100]

+Con Maloney Thanks so much Con..

[@mityahubenkeshet]

I have NEVER heard a more beautiful arrangement of this song for guitar (or any other instrument). Your hands just flow across the neck of the guitar like water. Thanks for such a beautiful video.

[@ironmonger100]

I can't thank you enough for such kind feedback, bless you 🙂

[@Mrguitarcovers]

The best song I’ve heard on KZbin and you did it the best. Thanks for this beautiful song.

[@ironmonger100]

That's so kind, thanks friend 🙂

[@CheerfulPessimist686]

I came here after purchasing your arrangement at your website after listening to Brandon Acker's performance of it. Thank you for the most beautiful solo version I've heard since the Ken Burns show aired.

[@ironmonger100]

Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed it - and good luck with the score 🙂

[@henrywendling2104]

Absolutely the most perfect guitar rendition of this song!

[@ironmonger100]

That's so kind, thanks Henry

[@becomeyourdream07]

Hi Shaun, I really enjoy your work. Each time I learn a new piece on the guitar and think that I have mastered it, I perform a "reality check". I hold my breath and watch as your mastery of the guitar, gently guides my ego back down to earth, but hey.. thanks for raising the bar. I can't speak for everyone, but you inspire me and I believe you make me a better player.

[@waynerobbins1310]

Lovely. Thanks for sharing.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks Wayne, appreciated :-)

[@BanjoWoodshed]

Fantastic performance. Sounds like a whole orchestra! Nice playing. Thanks for posting and making the tabs available.

[@bobhammervold8369]

Very nice, Shaun..

[@ironmonger100]

Appreciate that Bob, thank you 🙂

[@stefanjones2637]

I'm not crying. Someone's slicing onions around here, must be.

[@ironmonger100]

Haha, thanks Stefan - to be told that something I play is capable of evoking emotion is the best possible compliment :-)

[@Ione1916]

This always makes me weepy. It sounds like a bitter-sweet memory given voice

[@timothyrea4757]

That happens!!

[@kirbybaltzer4547]

Awesome. Thank you.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks, appreciate that very much 🙂

[@ironmonger100]

Wow thanks for such kind feedback. Glad you enjoyed my version :-)

[@Sandy45722]

First heard this song on Ken Burn's Civil War Series - Intrigued with this part of our history and the words and music of Ashokan Farewell just bring the feelings and reality of that war closer to home.....

[@petermckelvey649]

Same here

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks for such a kind message John, I'm pleased you like my version of this beautiful tune

[@coopercarter]

Beautifully done

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks, appreciate that :-)

[@rikardsguitar]

Fantastic playing! Just started learning this song👍

[@ironmonger100]

Thank you, appreciate that - and good luck with it 🙂

[@fulanichild3138]

One of the best versions I've heard.

[@ironmonger100]

That's kind, thanks friend

[@dwayneducote4760]

I have heard many versions but this is the best I have ever laid my ear phone on...great job and thanks

[@AlOwens]

Wonderful arrangement Shaun. Your performance is spot on and played with soul. Your guitar sounds awesome. Cheers, allen

[@husty112]

Just wonderfull.

[@ironmonger100]

Appreciate that, thank you :-)

[@derekstocker6661]

Such a lovely version of this most iconic of melodies.

[@ironmonger100]

+Derek Stocker Thanks Derek for such kind feedback :-)

[@Oldman808]

Best guitar cover on KZbin IMO. Thank you for posting this video!

[@ironmonger100]

That's so kind Owen, thank you 🙂

[@jayjuliecooper8882]

Mr Murray that is so beautiful....it cut me to the heart. Wonderful sir.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks so much, friend :-)

[@Mongspart]

One of the best renditions to ever grace this Earth. The dreamlike tone reminds me of the songs used in The Hobbit from the 70s.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks for such a kind appraisal, I feel very humbled. It's such a great composition, that makes it easier for me and yes, I think I got lucky with the tone! Really appreciate you watching, thank you again 🙂

[@brace-p9x]

How beautiful a playing! Many thanks!

[@ironmonger100]

Thank you 🙂

[@prandallwright1]

Absolutely gorgeous! This is the best rendition of Ashokan Farewell for guitar that I've listened to. Thanks!

[@ironmonger100]

That's kind, thanks so much Randy

[@andrewwesthead9960]

Excellent arrangement, and playing.The best guitar version I have heard.

[@ironmonger100]

That's kind, thanks Andrew

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks, It's a beautiful composition and I think it works well for Classical guitar.

[@ironmonger100]

@SlaveToTheDivas Allo mate ... it's a big tune in Country Music circles and our fiddler Phil does a cracking version. Was a pleasure to be involved last weekend and an immense pleasure to see you both. Thanks for making Terri so welcome. See you in July if not before.

[@willmckay3411]

Mesmerisingly beautiful. Thank you.

[@ironmonger100]

Appreciate that very much Will, thank you :-)

[@magicgrandpa8205]

Doesn't get any better than this. Perfection

[@ironmonger100]

I'm humbled by that, thank you so much

[@chuckie810]

Mesmerizing and beautiful rendition of a great song. Thank you for playing so exquisitely.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks for the kind message Charlie, appreciate it very much :-)

[@bethelshiloh]

Gorgeous tune beautifully played. Thank you.

[@ironmonger100]

Thank you, I appreciate that very much :-)

[@dwedum]

I am 75 years old and just took up the violin a year ago. Ashokan Farewell is one song i absolutely have to learn and am working on it now. Loved your guitar version. It was quite beautiful and very soothing.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks so much Dave, glad you enjoyed my version and thrilled that you've taken up the violin, bravo! Greetings from England.

[@MrDragonfly1234]

The best guitar version of Ashokan Farewell in youtube !!! Thank you very much for letting me go back to 1862 for my delicious 3 min.

[@waynzwhirled]

Very nice! I've heard a number of arrangments of this tune. I like this one the best. Your performance of the arrangement is equally impressive, especially the work high up the neck. I don't know if it was flawless, but it sure sounded like it.

[@Huineng10]

I just shared tis to Facebook - one of my favourite melodies played on my very favourite instrument. Beautiful.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks so much for that Jon, I appreciate it very much :-)

[@davidgow4900]

Thank you for such a beautiful arrangement.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks David, appreciate that:-)

[@judyalthouse2368]

Beautiful performance of a beautiful song. Thank you.

[@ironmonger100]

Thank so much Judy :-)

[@Burfordfiddler1962]

Totally awesome! Very well done, thanks for posting.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks, appreciate that very much |:-)

[@FinnJackiePedersen]

Absoutely wonderful, Shaun. And a great tune, too. Finn

[@yearofrolling]

Bravo. As fine a version ever played.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks, I appreciate that very much

[@suren62]

Brilliant rendition

[@ironmonger100]

That's knid, thanks :-)

[@oldtimedrumcorps]

this should be played at every opening of the day that all may find the day to be a blessing indeed and give thanks .

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks for a positive and uplifting comment, and for watching :-)

[@sylvesterldoolittle3608]

Wonderful rendition. Great arrangement, love the guitar!

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks friend 🙂

[@leorand6771]

Truly beautiful..

[@ironmonger100]

That's kind, thanks Leo :-)

[@bernapple9266]

Beautiful. Nice, that it is almost as lovely on a solo guitar the full accompaniment.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks - glad you like my take on this, it's a beautiful composition

[@TheCarablanco]

Aaaahhhhhh - sweet. Very nicely done, sir. Thank you for posting.

[@likhound]

Beautiful loved it .

[@ironmonger100]

Thank you, pleased you enjoyed my version :-)

[@pgzzz]

Superb my friend. So much feel in your playing.

[@ironmonger100]

That's so kind, thank you :-)

[@donaldsalas2571]

Well done! Beautiful.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks Donald, appreciate that very much :-)

[@phylliscapello2163]

lovely, just the right combo of lilt and pathos, beautifully played

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks for such kind feedback Phyllis, I'm happy you like my version :-)

[@jhmclane]

Lovely arrangement very well played. I ordered the tab online from Shaun and almost immediately received the file as well as a helpful section-by-section guide. Couldn't be more satisfied. Thanks Shaun!

[@ironmonger100]

John McLane Thanks for that comment John, I appreciate it very much and I hope you're getting on well with the piece.

[@WhoAreYouForYou]

Without a single doubt, this is one of the prettiest version to an already beautiful tune. In fact, this version of yours, my friend, just upgraded this beautiful tune into a masterpiece. Please don't ever delete this video! It is a treasure for KZbin guitarists

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks so much, it's a masterpiece of a composition and although it's a fiddle tune it works nicely for solo guitar I think. Really appreciate the kind comment

[@gregpaynter7655]

Yessir, just beautiful. As fine a version as there ever was. Bravo sir.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks so much Greg :-)

[@williamjoyce3020]

My most favorite rendition any where. . .thank you!

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks William, appreciate that.

[@amandahildebrand9843]

Mine as well! This is one of my favorite and most replayed youtube videos, I've shared it to facebook as well! ♡

[@ironmonger100]

Amanda Morgan Thanks Amanda, that means a lot :-)

[@hochbob]

Shaun, you continue to amaze. Your skill is beyond belief.

[@Ticklehug]

Takes some serious skill to play like that. Impressed.

[@andizlack8666]

This is just fabulous, it makes my eyes swell and heart ache each time I hear it. Well done.

[@ironmonger100]

Wow, thanks so much, there's nothing more thrilling to know that something I play can evoke emotion, that's what we all strive for, whatever standard we are. Thank you again :-)

[@zthetha]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@guitarpickler]

What a beautiful version! It will take me a long time to play even close to that!

[@coffillj]

Excellent playing, beautiful tune. Well done.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks Jacqueline, very much appreciated ..

[@shannonthomas5510]

So beautiful. Thank you.

[@joebegly733]

Great performance, interpretation, arrangement and tone...not to mention one of the most beautiful themes ever. Thanks so much for posting this!

[@ironmonger100]

Appreciate your kind feedback Joe, thank you :-)

[@MrSupremo0227]

you are wonderful sir. i love listening to your vids..

[@MrChriswalkermusic]

wonderful arrangement and performance..thanks.

[@valterronchetti7797]

Bravissimo splendida esecuzione grazie

[@ironmonger100]

That's very kind, grazie mille

[@Woah595]

perfect dynamic, vibrato and execution

[@ironmonger100]

+USER10051987 That's kind, much appreciated .. thanks :-)

[@conmcgrath7502]

Outstanding sir! I try to play it on the tin-whistle with varying success ( to double the notes, you have to blow twice as hard, and I, as the player, don't know if it is strained or perfect). But my hat is doffed in your general direction sir. Fine playing of a fine tune. Pax

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks for such kind feedback Con, pleased you enjoyed my take on the tune

[@conmcgrath7502]

@@ironmonger100 May there be joy in your heart and good grace flow through your fingers, always. Pax dude

[@marywiffen4586]

I just love this version. It is really beautiful and you are a very skilled guitarist. Thank you

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks for such a kind appraisal Mary

[@sangman5508]

what a fantastic arrangement. you really bring that instrument to life

[@ironmonger100]

Thank you, I appreciate that very much :-)

[@chrisw1430]

Beautiful. Thanks for posting

[@ironmonger100]

Thank you Chris :-)

[@halfdaydave56]

Amazing version of a beautiful song. Thank you for posting.

[@ironmonger100]

+David Johnson Thanks David, pleased you like my interpretation :-)

[@Sandy45722]

Loved your version!

[@sidethehead]

absolutely beautiful arrangement of a beautiful tune.

[@conradinhawaii7856]

Beautiful! I think that Jay must have also written Ashokan Farewell with the classical guitar in mind. 💖💖

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks so much - I think it's always a testament to a great composition when it suits another medium that the one for which it was originally composed. There are lyrics to it written by somebody else I guess.. and you could hear it working for a choir, a piano, a guitar and others.

[@ironmonger100]

Thanks so much Jim, glad you like my version. It is an awesome, moving composition from jay Ungar, I hope I went some way towards doing it justice.

[@Boozetowne]

¡Greetings! ¿Are You arrangements available for purchase? Thank You

[@ironmonger100]

Hi - yes, absolutely, at shaunmurray co uk ...thanks, look forward to hearing

[@Boozetowne]

@@ironmonger100 Shaun, what a dope I am; I've alreadybought tabs from You. Buying: "Ashokan Farewell" today! Thank You!!!

[@OGStinkywizzleteats]

That was very nice friend. What a great song.

[@ironmonger100]

Thank you, yes it's a beautiful composition.

[@steveh9436]

Played beautifully that's the best arrangement I've listened to totally AWESOME. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@ironmonger100]

That's kind, thank you :-)

[@robertblankenship5000]

Absolutely FLAWLESS!! REMARKABLE!!! FANTASTIC!! I can't say enough about how great this is. THANK YOU!

[@ironmonger100]

That's so kind, thank you :-)

[@kojam1]

I'm in tears one those beautiful melody! The playing and feel are incredible but the notes of the melody are PERFECTION!!!

[@ironmonger100]

Wow, thank you for such kind feedback, I'm happy you enjoyed my version 🙂

[@MrRicfild]

It is always a privilege to hear you, very good, congratulations!!!

[@robertRoberg]

I love your version best.

[@philthefiddler1]

Fantastic Shaun ... I loved it!

[@billcoffey5171]

Very beautifully done! Thank you for this.

[@ironmonger100]

That's kind, thanks Bill :-)

[@timothyrea4757]

Still can't get enough of this.