Mark O'Connor's "Appalachia Waltz" (Feat. Yo-Yo Ma) Loved Composition For Strings

[@willnevada1]

Mark - my wife and I caught your Appalachian Christmas performance at the Moore Theatre December 2015. When you concluded the Appalachian Waltz duet with your wife Maggie I turned to my wife and told her "that's how I feel about you". It was, for us, the perfect expression of love between two people that could be rendered via sound. We were both welling up with tears, the piece is SO beautiful. Thank you for a perfect memory.

[@heatheranderson864]

Your comment just made me cry. That's such a lovely sentiment. If I ever had a man say that to me about a piece this touching, as music is a thing I do for a living and love to my very core, I would be his forever. I imagine your wife and you are a beautiful symphony together if this piece moved you to say such a thing.

[@lindseybuckingham5639]

Hello

[@lindascanlan6317]

How wonderful

[@timdanyo898]

Beautiful story. Thank you for sharing that.

[@latetotheparty7551]

I heard this on the radio for the first time today (2 June 2023) and was immediately struck by its beauty. Thankfully the display showed the name because "Now Playing" had no clue, of course.

[@NanaTee4770]

My ancestors are from the mountains of NC and this is what I hear when I hear them calling....

[@patmcintire1536]

I still can't listen to this without tears misting my eyes.......thank you

[@lindseybuckingham5639]

Hi

[@mrzog12]

Been play violin my whole life. Heard countless works and performances. This is my all time favorite.

[@colliedogboy]

As I listened, alone in my room, my head slowly bowed and tears slid one by one down my cheeks. This music is beautiful beyond words.

[@Gotham_Moon]

+Perry Mike It really touches the soul, this piece, doesn't it?

[@pbjsilverstudio4882]

Six year later, in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, its touch my heart that deeply as well. 🙏🏼❤️

[@ethanmathison9957]

SO VERY BEAUTIFUL THAT A POET'S WORDS ARE NOT ADEQUATE! TEN GOLDEN STARS!

[@molly5639]

Thank you so much... This is my PTSD THERAPY. 🙏❤️🥳

[@lindascanlan6317]

Why do I cry whenever I hear this....

[@Talkurt]

Very few classical songs embody the subject matter so completely. Edvard Grieg: morning mood and this. This is the undercurrent you cant quite hear as you stand in the Appalachian air. O'Connor stood quietly long enough to copy down the mountain's song.

[@sandocala11]

I was listening to NPR Buffalo yesterday at 3 p.m. when this came on. I sat and listened, rapt and wholly engaged to the end note. This is the most beautiful piece of music I have ever heard.

[@lindseybuckingham5639]

Hi

[@krashunburn]

When I was a boy I would explore the deep verdant forests I was raised in, occasionally leaning up against a huge evergreen to just pause and think. I am now old with bad knees and tired bones. This music takes me back to those days. Thank you, gentlemen, for making me feel young again.

[@aburrage7697]

Do you remember the smell of the woods

[@lindseybuckingham5639]

Hello Tony 🌹🌹🌹

[@edjones41]

You can almost feel the sweetness of the morning Appalachian morning dew to calm us and the wonderful heights in the emotion of the strings so sweet they almost cry out to us. Blessed peace is sweetly achieved and the heart is filled with good memories of my visits there from my youth.

[@lindseybuckingham5639]

Eddie hello, I have missed you, wow longtime

[@MelBearns]

This is one of the most transcendental pieces of music ever written, played to perfection by three masters. Proof that when we reach for the divine we can rise as high as we want to. Thank you Mark, Edgar and Yo-Yo for this true gem.

[@Wizardofgosz]

Yes. Perfection.

[@heatheranderson864]

It really is transcendental. Have you heard Misty Moonlight Waltz? That one is quite pretty too.

[@MelBearns]

Yes, indeed it is!

[@markmclawhorn9592]

Thank you all for making this. Forever. 🌟🌜🌞🌛🌟

[@Hannelore17]

One of the most beautiful pieces I have ever heard. The first time it came on I stopped in my tracks, almost mesmerized. The intersection of my beloved classical and folk styles, this tells such a story, and played by such masters, who could resist listening in? Bravo!

[@elsiev]

+Hannelore17 I had the same experience. Stopped my car and sat mesmerized!

[@Gotham_Moon]

+Hannelore17 Me, too. I've put it on repeat and just listened for an hour or more... so beautiful!

[@Woundtootight]

............although, when I first heard my beloved son play this on his bass, I was so moved, I asked him to play it again. He transposed the violin and the cello by ear, yeah, I shed tears...

[@cacampbell3654]

Heard of Mark O'Connor for the first time, THIS morning, out on the Canadian prairies with nothing but the swallows and the wind in the poplars, for miles! Thanks to Julie Nasrallah, host of CBC Radio Two's program Tempo! Thanks to everyone who created all this for all of us (I opened all the windows so the music would make it's way outside! 😍)!

[@amandamika8194]

I heard it this morning on my way to work in Buffalo, NY through the Canadian station! fell in love and listened throughout the day. happy to hear someone else was feeling the same!

[@boblewis8838]

The finest, most sensitive ensemble performance I've ever seen. It simply could not have been played any better.

[@jonahchilton6553]

This must be the most beautiful piece of music ever written

[@Canuckmom128]

Breathtaking! Damn ...that Mark O'Connor can do things with fiddle that are other-worldly. What a gorgeous composition. And ya gotta love Yo Yo! Look at the admiration in his face while he plays and watches Mark. Great collaboration.

[@Kuheylan_Istanbul]

Thank you for the wonderful sound. I always imagine endless grasslands whenever I hear this piece. As if I return there someday. It is a very big healing for me.

[@mommat4435]

The sheer beauty of this makes me weep. It puts me at peace. One day I will pass on and I hope they play this for me before they send me off.

[@fmy2006]

Pure and beautiful notes will free your tears and open your heart!

[@BelleTolles]

yo- yo ma's expression of transcendent bliss captures it all for me. except mine included tears.

[@collumww]

Is this a tender late afternoon in the rolling hills, not quite in the mountains? Springtime, I'm thinking. A little haze, a warm snuggle peaking out as winter is pushed back for the year. The music takes me...

[@camotero1]

I cannot begin to express how truly beautiful and inspiring this piece is. Breathtaking.

[@jack887]

Makes me proud to be from the Laurel Highlands of the Allegheny Mountains! Reminds me of the mist rising up from the valleys in the morning. What beauty and magical power this song and these musicians have.

[@Shrewsclues_75]

This piece always gives me chills hearing it. It touches that part of the soul that doesn’t poke its head out to often.

[@kathleenserotazwack5300]

Absolutely wonderful. Stopped me in my ... whatever I was doing...

[@elnasell5113]

Beautiful beyond words!

[@SusanSollenberger]

The music makes my heart ache.

[@groverhardin1906]

Born in upper east TN. Been to NYC, Paris, Seattle,Atlanta (qualifications) I've heard nothing more beautiful.

[@KTSACTO57]

I first heard this song as it was played by Mark on a Prairie Home Companion. I remember it like it was yesterday and it was some 20 years ago. I had fallen asleep and awoke as this wonderful tune wafted from the speakers, enveloping me in a sound so loving. I arose from my chair, walked over to the stereo and sat on the floor, directly between both speakers, eyes closed, swaying with the music. Some things you can never reproduce. It is a memory that I cherish.

[@HerbertWeidner]

I am a german composer ... and I must say this gripped my musical heart. Bravo !

[@elisabeth6431]

Lieb geschrieben.

[@joecarter3840]

My grandmother and mother were of Appalachian heritage. You helped me realize how much I miss them and how much they meant to me. You also helped me be with them in spirit. Thank you so very much.

[@FatherHarris]

I heard this on the radio shortly after moving to Texas. I came from the East Coast of Canada and had quite a journey in between. I head my whole life and that of my family and the whole dream and failure of the North American project when I heard this piece. But somehow, in all the listlessness and sorrow, the hope never dies. This is an inspired melody. Thank you for mediating it to us.

[@EricRoss57]

I don't know how it could get any better than this. What a masterful performance of a beautiful composition.

[@lindascanlan6317]

I love you I love this piece It's restorative ......

[@Andrew-t5e]

❣️ Mark O'Connor obviously influenced by Beethoven string trios.. ❤🎉

[@mubeensgh]

wow... words cannot describe this piece of music.

[@Sarai-l5f]

Amazing EVERY TIME I revisit or share it to anyone I know needing inspiration. These musicians know the practice of learning and performing music. It shows in their faces as well their performances. ♥️

[@kavalere]

saw this performance at CSO back in the late 90's. Of course it brought me to tears. I'll never forget the girl behind me saying in the most complimentary way: "OHHHH MY GOOOOOD" when they finished. Its was beautiful..

[@lindseybuckingham5639]

🙏🙏🙏👍👍

[@lindafields4613]

The masters are at work bring the soulful sweetness of an Appalachian morning and evening to lull us to wonderful heights of emotion so sweet you cry. Blessed peace is achieved and a heart so full....

[@etatum2866]

Always loved this piece. We had it played at our wedding. Can't get any better than MOC and YoYo Ma.

[@peterherman4078]

Beautiful!! Thank you Mark for bringing Heaven to earth

[@3834bbl]

AMEN BRO ...

[@BrayanR918]

Marc o Conner came to my school last month and we played with him and then we played for him, he's my orchestra teachers friend

[@geoffreycornett5186]

Can't beat the best.

[@pcdriver]

Very, very beautiful.

[@harrylampton]

Every time I hear this I am swept away again...beautiful and mesmerising.

[@Enlimdr]

I was looking for O'Connor bluegrass ( The American seasons ) .... but this much more sublime... a touch of heaven

[@reid2hai]

Mark is so gifted it's ridiculous! I started listening to his music when we were both 20, and he already had half a dozen albums out. I never dreamed he would go on to write full blown orchestral works like he's done, but way back when listening to False Dawn, and Meanings Of, I could tell he was an incredibly intelligent and creative musician. Bravo on an amazing career thus far!

[@stephanieshorey]

I can't help but fill up with emotion when I hear this

[@losiento2]

This is my favorite performance of one of my all time favorite pieces. Thank You three so much for this deep, moving, simply lovely interpretation.

[@marcialandakanebeaulieu9229]

Lovely.

[@peterherman4078]

I cried. So much feeling it reached deep, right to my core...thank you for touching my Soul

[@smwildmon01]

Ah beautiful! I had been hunting for something bluegrass inspired for the ceremony music at my wedding, when I finally came across this. I love the hauntingly lovely sound a fiddle is capable of making. Reminds me of the woods behind my house growing up. Misty morning barefoot on my dirt road. :)

[@lakelly55]

I adore Yo-Yo, have for years!

[@RainaEmeral]

Extremely beautiful.

[@TheTwiolins]

wonderful!

[@TomKaren94]

Some people stand up and yell 'bravo!' All I can say to this is 'beyond words.'

[@lakelly55]

I love the musically talented, I love those who are, those who pursue their talent even more! Thank you Yo-Yo!

[@annejacksonharpist8876]

I have in my playlist!!! Adore it!!!!♥️♥️♥️

[@schizoozy]

TY, this is my home. beautiful and loved.

[@edgarmeyer1522]

I have come a long way to this point and right from the very beginning you my fans have been solidly behind me It’s been a landslide but we always pull through together,your love and support are amazing. Believe in your self you can always achieve your dreams I have an upcoming project and your support and love is the drive I love love love you all ❤️

[@ell0185]

Love all pieces that yo yo ma played

[@Wizardofgosz]

Perfection.

[@lindseybuckingham5639]

Hello

[@Sibirjachka1]

Thank you very much!!! Beautiful music!!!

[@Fridaoviedo]

Ensamble perfecto para una hermosa melodia......

[@ryanfield1891]

Stunning...so thanks, from Canada.

[@ptmom343]

Beautiful! Thanks for posting.

[@lindseybuckingham5639]

Hello

[@ClassicalGuitar55]

Defines the true living spirit of the U.S.

[@larryrobertdevine7060]

Hello Mark I am enjoying your music a great de al. I would like to see you and Maggie in concert. Thank you .z

[@lillebird]

breathtaking!!! beautiful

[@jrsworld2515]

So beautiful

[@HerbertWeidner]

Very fine music, indeed

[@SkipWay]

well done, Mark. It's a beautiful piece well played by 3 all-stars!

[@jaimeleal7461]

Great and inspiring music for this holiday!

[@lindseybuckingham5639]

Awesome! 🌹🌹, Jaime let talk

[@srdill]

Spellbinding, defined. Kudos to the film team as well!

[@lindseybuckingham5639]

Hello Steve Dill is been long a time now?🌹🌹

[@aburrage7697]

Peacefully listening

[@wanderingsemantics7266]

What a beautiful memory. Thank you for sharing Tony.

[@beccasangels]

so beautiful :)

[@Flickentanzofficial]

unglaublich wunderschön!!!

[@AlamoCityCello]

incredibly beautiful

[@fonix32]

Yoyo Ma's eyesight and smile looks like he is looking at his lover :)

[@annpardue4669]

He is! He's visualizing his love of music!

[@cindyflores3090]

Im rewatching Sex & the City, and this is the song playing when Aiden proposed to Carrie. I instantly recognized it.

[@miltonwelch4177]

Ssshhhs there. I am listening.to this!

[@apollonmusagete]

A moving work performed with great depth of feeling.

[@jayjohnstonmsma]

fabulous...

[@Woundtootight]

....to be played at the closing of my casket at my funeral. To know me, you would understand why....

[@ericthiessen7060]

I feel the same way exactly...

[@tobyconn2045]

Because of Daniel Pearl?

[@volvacations2186]

OMG! I thought I was the only one. I am also having it and Simple Gifts played at my funeral/memorial service.

[@volvacations2186]

@@tobyconn2045 What is the connection between Appalachian Waltz and Daniel Pearl?

[@pbwbrian53]

For me, it’s a tossup between this one and Mark’s version of Ashokan Farewell.

[@AriannaCunningham]

This sounds beautiful! I think this ensemble would play an arrangement of Pachelbel's Canon in D Major for Violin, Cello, and Bass (Also a Piano or Harpsichord or Organ). Maybe I can arrange this myself on MuseScore. Bravo Yo-Yo Ma, and the composer, Mark O'Connor. I heard this piece before when Yo-Yo Ma did his own cover of this song.

[@heatheranderson864]

Mark sells this piece on his website for trio -- violin/viola/cello or violin/cello/bass. No need to arrange it if you have $17 USD. :) A good price. I plan to buy it for use at weddings and compose out a fourth optional part for quartet. I did a quartet arrangement of an excerpt of his "Misty Moon Waltz" which is just as pretty to insert into a Appalachian medley.

[@RicLanders]

Beautiful! Inspirational! Personal on so many different levels. Truly a fine bridge you have created here Mark. Thank you!

[@marceljaouen1943]

Merci!

[@pbjsilverstudio4882]

My gawd!

[@luckyirvin]

Glory

[@Manolian]

Biutiful.

[@jen8rve]

Beyond beautiful-sublime. What kind of violin do you use? Exquisite tone

[@ericcarlson3004]

Damn!

[@aburrage7697]

Where can I buy a CD with this arrangement on it

[@yelassinacoulibaly819]

🌈❤️❤️❤️🌈

[@WisconsinCentralProductions]

my music teacher did this in class and at the end everyone clapped

[@Priemula77]

ye!