Dick Gaughan - Now Westlin Winds

From a 1983 BBC Spectrum documentary

[@rodsreel]

Timeless delivery of a Timeless song. We are sometimes blessed.

[@craigh9247]

I'll never tire of saying that this is the greatest love song ever written and this the finest version.

[@paulweber686]

You can keep saying it as far as I'm concerned....

[@revelation3679]

@@gingerpeachy3044 why Ginger Peachy? why?

[@wakeoftheflood2]

@@gingerpeachy3044 It’s a song. The full name is ‘Now Westlin Winds (Song Composed in August) ‘

[@helenfielding7870]

I agree. To believe that a farmers harvest or spring rains to seedlings could be less of a good thing than the love you feel for your muse is quite the romantic statement! Sigh..

[@helenfielding7870]

I agree. To believe that a farmers harvest or spring rains to seedlings could be less of a good thing than the love you feel for your muse is quite the romantic statement! Sigh..

[@JWD1012]

At the risk of him thinking me a sentimental fool, when Dick played the Walthamstow folk club last year I asked him to play this for MY "Peggy dear" who couldn't attend with me. He kindly obliged and I will never forget it.

[@hungryhendry]

I saw this when it aired in 1983, I video taped it and have watched it dozens of times over the years. Dick goes on to explain the song in his view is a work of art, working on different levels. It's stayed with me for 30 years; from a young boy to a middle aged man, and never lost an ounce of the weight it carries. It's a superb combination of sublime writing, masterful guitar and understated vocals. This one performance opened up a whole world of Burns song and verse to me, thanks Dick.

[@roblichtendahl9963]

Any chance of uploading the whole documentary?

[@createbelief8678]

@@roblichtendahl9963 agree upload it for all to see

[@zorbanongreco]

HungryHendry : Thanks , you put it so well.

[@assisbisneto]

What a beautiful account, @hungryhendry. I thank you for it. Safe travels!

[@edeledeledel5490]

Understated vocals! Really? Are you listening to the same song - scarcely a single note is undecorated.

[@tonyanderton3521]

Handful of Earth is one of the greatest albums ever - in any genre. I love it. And my background is predominantly rock, metal and classical.

[@josefinagarza241]

Thanks for that thought ❤

[@jasonleeds2717]

It’s savage and it’s tender.

[@paulpost9737]

Dare I add a thought. So many said already and well. Before this performance, don't we all stand humbled. I see Dick, standing alone, in a field of heather up high in a valley with the ocean viewing at its ending. Skies alive. Singing to life. His perfect voice and brilliant phrasing and pacing; each note all calling all to assemble - listen to the poet and his Singer. Then, off with you to your daily ways.

[@lisamccann6289]

I had the amazing fortune to hear him sing this in the presence of about 15 people…. I will never forget it.❤

[@johnypebs]

I heard this, for the first time, on radio nan Gaidheal yesterday. Working away in my shed, I had to stop what I was doing, my throat tightened as I listened, by the third verse my eyes had filled.

[@37Dionysos]

"...Not vernal showers to budding flowers, not autumn to the farmer/so dear can be as thou to me, my fair, my lovely charmer...."

[@dylanbiggar6834]

Every time I hear this wonderful song I start to cry because this song was played at my pops funeral. This song was one of my beloved pops favourite songs. I love you pop and I always will thank you for what you have done and being part of my life R.I.P

[@donuttime2507]

I was listening to this today at 5am walking through Edinburgh ☺

[@marywatterson5814]

God rest his soul, Dylan. You may enjoy this too. Such a beautify poem. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIjYgZ-BmLSkhZo

[@vincentdevitt7685]

Your POP is with you still ; as long as you remember him , he'll always be by your side .

[@abhan111]

Your Pop had exquisite taste in music. R.I.P. I honor his memory for loving this song.

[@getarslim]

Two greats, Robert Burns who wrote this song and Dick Gaughan for doing it justice

[@scallywagdan123]

I only discovered Dick Gaughan a couple of weeks ago. So gutted I didn't discover him sooner. This song especially is absolutely sublime. It has so much emotion on so many levels. I cant stop listening to it. Incredible.

[@Requiredfields2]

Well, you might not have discovered him at all. But you did.

[@BrentMosherMusic]

A lot of music I used to listen to no longer interests me. This one stays through the years and still touches me deeply. Truly beautiful.

[@dougieturnbull7207]

this brilliant version would have brought a tear to Burns eye.

[@francette19380]

Surely. Burns wrote such a masterpiece ! He was less than 17 y.o. !

[@alanc1491]

The saut tear would've blint his e'e !

[@chriswalker9435]

Yes indeed and many more too !

[@alexbowman7582]

A tear to a glass eye.

[@martingemmell1401]

Crying now for sure

[@kololikate]

When I am invited to go on Desert Island Discs and choose eight records, seven may be lost in the waves but I'd save this one. I love it.

[@PercussusResurgo]

If you did not know Robert Burns was a literary genius you know now. What a great rendition by Dick G.

[@jelee5240]

Never tire of this. Burns and Gaughan combined - bliss.

[@ElGuido1969]

I've heard that he was in Hospital because of a stroke! Now it's 2019, and I wanna say: Get well! There are such few of man like you! We Need you

[@tonywilliams1532]

El Guido Good News www.folkradio.co.uk/2018/11/dick-gaughan-live-far-far-from-ypres-show/

[@1234mdad]

This version is second to none,just perfect,10 out a 10,

[@shirleyforrest6897]

This song got me through a really hard time and took me out of depression. Pure magic.whenever you feel low listen to these lyrics and everything makes sense..x thankyou Robert burns.thankyou dick gaughan and thankyou for posting.x god bless us all.x

[@vjc1eng]

I saw Dick Gaughan last Friday at a concert in Manchester to raise funds for a film about Michael Davitt. It was great to see him again and he said that this is his favourite song.

[@jockyblade]

Burns and gaughan combined, it can't get any better than this.

[@ronwade6252]

Still one of the greatest musical folk renditions of all time, of the superlative lyrics of Robert Burns.

[@iansweans]

Jesus, I'm having a Dick Gaughan night, and it just seems to get better and better. Absolutely stunning voice...a throat full of working class gravel, a head full of honesty and integrity and a heart that beats like a shipyard hammer. Keep 'er between the hedges, Dick.

[@kololikate]

This popped up on facebook this morning. I never tire of hearing him sing this wonderful song.

[@pugwashsecond]

I could listen to this forever, perhaps I will. Such a beautiful heartfelt rendition.

[@juice_box_jax]

Good lord that's such beautiful music it's hardly even fair to other musicians.

[@brother1ray]

Thank god it's not a competion! Gaughan and Burns is just a sublime combination............even better with some curlews in the backgound!

[@samuelmunro2]

Gaughan makes playing and singing at the same time seem effortless

[@johncross210]

A masterpiece, Mr. Gaughan. Just beautiful.

[@kololikate]

Saw him last night at the Folk House in Bristol and would have been devastated if he hadn't sung this. My number 1 when I am invited to select my 8 favourites for Desert Island Discs.

[@markbunch6311]

Dick Gaughan's definitive rendition of Robert Burns' very best -- a song about autumn and love and life in general. Thanks for Gary West for performing this at the 2014 MSA concert in Tacoma and bringing this beautiful music to my attention.

[@jillmanning2342]

Oh Dick Gaughan - what a voice - you woo me every time you sing...... hope you are well

[@melindalemmon2149]

Jill Manning If you get news of him, keep us posted...

[@rossacairns112]

Burns makes me a proud Ayrshireman. Gaughan a proud Scotsman. What a perfect video.

[@stevenpowell1739]

i come back time and again to this song and this recording - just perfection and brings me to the edge of tears every single time.

[@williamharless4654]

Beautiful song. Burns was such a genius. And so is Dick Gaughan.

[@joolsem8082]

'The savage and the tender....' - lovely.

[@geopeachey4220]

love this guy,, hope he gets well soon,, was playing paisley oct with eddie reader and friends, with luck he may do so

[@mattbod]

Oh no I was going to buy a ticket for his gig in Aldershot next month :( Get well soon Dick!

[@PercussusResurgo]

It is pure dead brilliant so it is!

[@nicholasburns6895]

This made me smile : D

[@melindalemmon2149]

Praying daily for this one and his family. Having missed my chance in this life, I wish to know him in the next.

[@paulliamniall1]

Absolutely love this song. Love your accent, Dick. Went out with a Scottish girl a very long time ago - Fiona from Dumfries. She was lovely. What a wonderful voice. Think this song is even better than your great version of song for Ireland. Best wishes now and always. Declan from Dublin

[@reddyandre]

Yes, this stopped me in my tracks too. The voice, the stings, the poetry, and mother nature.

[@lordjesuch6466]

One of the most beautiful finger-picking tune. I will play it some day.

[@angelafoxmusic7265]

Exquisite. His voice just can't be matched.

[@joseph4861]

what a fantastic version of a beautiful song. A real soul singer.

[@massimogiuntini1]

i heard this the first time during a session in a Galway pub. I immediately rushed down to the music shop (sic) to get the album. 30 years have passed and I am still here. Hats off to both Burns and Gaughan, two giants

[@Stinamk11]

The most beautiful song, thank you Robert and Dick.

[@jeffward9664]

Brilliant.......!! Dick is the best at sharing the passion of Burn's words and his increadible guitar work

[@zaneyron]

Superb take on this by the great Dick Gaughan, with lyrics by possibly the greatest bard whoever lived so far.

[@mattbod]

Gorgeous: bless this guy love what he does.

[@VamboRoolz]

Agree whole-heartedly; as perfect an album as you'll ever find. The man is a legend.

[@loZoneranger560]

Oh, Thank God (and the poster and KZbin) this is available to be seen. I listened to a folk music show on WQLN out of Erie back in the early 80s and out of everything I heard, gravitated to Stan Rogers and Dick Gaughan above all others. This guy plays guitar and interprets the Irish music (Handfull of Earth) like no other. Long may he live...and thank you, Dick Gaughan. Your music is still touching lives as it has mine. Cheers, L

[@georgehill6726]

Irish?

[@loZoneranger560]

@@georgehill6726 The "Handful of Earth" album was primarily Irish writers, (Robert Burns etc) I believe.

[@georgehill6726]

@@loZoneranger560 Robert Burns Was Irish?

[@loZoneranger560]

@@georgehill6726 You got me there, George. Never too old to have a misconception corrected. Thanks.

[@CC-uq4hu]

I never get tired of this song or his voice 😊

[@stillworking6190]

I have listened to this video more than hundred times . The place this fellow takes me calms my heart.:) Thanks so much Dick, Robbie would have been proud.

[@monicacubberly-early1901]

Love this song! Thank you for sharing the wonderful music of this wonderful man. God bless everyone from Patrick

[@loZoneranger560]

So beautiful...your gift to the world.

[@barbaracameron-smith7093]

Rediscovering my Scottish roots, thanks to Dick Gaughan.

[@josefinagarza241]

I'm Hispanic but feel Celtic? Is that even possible, she moved through the fair ❤

[@ebaylistentomusic]

I've barely ever heard him years ago but from the first note here it is obvious he is a true master of the ballad arts. Fantastic , I will listen to a lot more of his works.

[@paulkernan]

Years since I've seen you Dick... Peace to you and this, your favourite song so faithfully sung. Paul on Donegal

[@Teddyb1939]

one of the pleasures of life, Dick Gaughan singing this beauty.

[@kayleybiggar4079]

An absolutely touching song bring a tear to my eye every time brings back the best memories of my pop

[@bethanwhamondb2871]

yes i lost my dad two weeks ago this is a brilliant song blends what is lovely to what is important

[@darylperrins820]

Dick's interpretation of this song has consistently moved me to tears since I was first introduced to it in the late eighties. Life like love is fleeting - so 'grasp thy waist and fondly prest' before the season turns.

[@cessy5]

my latest favorite singer

[@TheAuntieBa]

Every single time I hear this it's deep beauty catches me by surprise. And I listen to it fairly often!

[@ChristianMachaPIKOM]

I was honored to be his support a while ago.. awesome charisma.. he just got back from touring australia.. on his way back, they broke his guitar :( he quickly had to buy a new one.. man, he was not amused at all ;) but performing just great.. thx God for his voice!

[@terricarney5813]

Christian Macha i

[@aaqilian5.085]

heart-wrenching! love ya Dick!

[@pauldouglas2436]

Beautiful song

[@MrNemo-oi8cl]

Beautiful

[@francismaxey2506]

The second of my offerings. My favourite singer. You might get some more of Mr Gaughan Maria.

[@Quorush]

Such a beautiful song, with sublime lyrics. Handful of Earth should be made compulsory listening!

[@MrNemo-oi8cl]

superb, beautiful

[@jubjub2112]

God I love this song

[@patobrien6364]

some folks embody the soul of a nation ❤️ A masterclass 😎

[@salal2007]

beautiful...

[@MrNemo-oi8cl]

beautiful

[@swazzerankin]

Excellent Tune !

[@lillyandruben]

stunning

[@ambassador7]

This is utterly superb.

[@robinpetty3180]

Goosebumps within twenty seconds...

[@randysmith5802]

Christmas eve 2022. Our voice against the trouble. We're still here. Sort of pissed, granted... but ahhh Robbie..

[@melindalemmon2149]

I wish I may have done some musing with this fellow some 35 years ago. And playing and singing. I envy every woman he has ever neen in the vicinity of.

[@tinarock5921]

Goosebumps listening to this..see ye tonight at The Hawks Well Sligo..

[@BonRain8734]

Now that I've come to love this song...other songs pale by comparison.

[@susanhoward4442]

Dick Gaughan From my part of the woods. Geesala, Dick Dohooma, when are you back. My favourite folk singer. Come home .

[@Nomeandude]

Just heard this Track on BBC Radio 4 PM . I am English but this brought a tear to my eye ! . Such a haunting melancholic song ! .

[@garethwilkinson3456]

Very good. I love him.

[@johnf5476]

the perfect song by a wonderful singer , bloody marvellous

[@stephanieeichner-gross6653]

Love this song, so beautiful

[@lynnleffler7658]

wonderful

[@charliedehaven]

Had the album, Handful of Earth, forever but not seen this live performance before. Superb song and unbeatable version. Thanks

[@dee123del3]

his voice cuts in deep hes brill

[@peterfitzdublin]

I found this song and poem tonight and will learn it off by heart. For Peggy.

[@kristianstipe]

Best voice in the world, all categories. Makes my breast bone tremble.

[@nickbrown9630]

Sadly, I have never had the pleasure of a live performance of Dick Gaughan. Last time I was in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1995, I hung out at the Tron Tavern during my visit. I met a few of my Scots music heroes from The Easy Club, and other bands. I had hoped to find out where Dick was playing locally but was told by his manager, who was there at The Tron, Dick was on tour in the US. Damn, he was scheduled to play in Portland Oregon the night of my return flight. 4:48

[@neillconnor]

Beautiful older version. That man is a genius

[@robbdavies7749]

I think old burns would have been really stoked by this!

[@MsTiberias]

Never fails to move me. Never missed a Dick Gaughan concert locally

[@kkrwazie]

I think I've found my funeral song

[@JohnCraig007]

I love it

[@larryurbon9550]

Hypnotic... yeah, an overused word, but surely applies here...

[@Frank-qs5tb]

Just beautiful! One of my favorite songs.

[@heliotropezzz333]

@DonegalRaymie201 He does have Irish ancestry, which he acknowledges, although he is Scottish by nationality. Gaughan is an Irish name.