Shenandoah Violin Solo - Mairead Nesbitt

Shenandoah - played by Mairead Nesbitt in HD with stunning sound quality.
One of America's most popular folk songs, is known as a "short haul shanty" and is said to be the true story of a white trader who courted the daughter of an Indian chieftain. The song apparently originated among American or Canadian voyagers on the Missouri River - sometimes called the "Miz-zoo".
SHENANDOAH
The old Miz-zoo has friendly waters
Away! You rolling river
The Indians camp along its border
Away! We're bound away
'Cross the wide Missouri.
A white man loved an Indian lady
Away! You rolling river
The daughter of Chief Shenandoah
Away! We're bound away
'Cross the wide Missouri.
Oh Shenandoah, I long to hear you
Away! You rolling river
Oh Shenandoah, I long to hear you
Away! We're bound away
'Cross the wide Missouri.
Oh Shenandoah, I love your daughter
Away! You rolling river
I bring you tools and fire water
Away! We're bound away
'Cross the wide Missouri.
'Tis seven years since first I knew her
Away! You rolling river
She's in full bloom for a man to woo her
Away! We're bound away
'Cross the wide Missouri.
Oh Shenandoah, with gifts I'm laden
Away! You rolling river
Give me the hand of this young maiden
Away! We're bound away
'Cross the wide Missouri.
Then Shenandoah said - Go! Forsake her!
Away! You rolling river
An Indian brave has come to take her
Away! We're bound away
'Cross the wide Missouri.
Farewell, my love - I'm bound to leave you
Away! You rolling river
Oh Shenandoah, I'll not deceive you
Away! We're bound away
'Cross the wide Missouri.

[@aristides1963]

An angel playing violin and dancing

[@TheSkandranon]

To my mind she is one of the ultimate violinists. She is so talented in playing many different styles of songs, and she can dance while she's concentrating on the music too

[@lunastarr3418]

As a violinist! You sing and dance the violin its not just one instrument! As a scot with irish blood, if you can feel the rhythm emotion and dance you can play the best fiddle

[@shin-i-chikozima]

Her performance is incomparable . 🍎

[@mr.aisak07]

I still can't believe that she is not part of Celtic Woman anymore, because she started a career as a soloist. Máiréad Nesbitt, the Tinker Bell of Ireland, I wish her the best of the best!!!

[@RustyCampbell20657]

Sadly, the girl they replaced her with, doesn't even come close.

[@macaelatice-loma1048]

well put into touring for like 10 plus years prancing about the stage night after night.... cant blame her for leaving

[@JBQ86]

I attended the St. Patrick's Day dinner in New York City from the Midwest which is a preparation for the big parade on the 17th this last March. After the dinner was done and the coffee was passed around, Mairead Nesbitt danced around the room playing her violin. Well done and a lot of fun.

[@christiarmstrong8930]

@@RustyCampbell20657 Tara is a goodviolinst and no she isn't like Mairead but you should give her a chance

[@powerofanime1]

I just hope there wasn't any bad blood between them when it happened.

[@johnjarou2357]

talented lady; and quite the looker too. can't get enough of this little lady. god bless her.

[@williamtholt]

A Gift From God

[@johnmonkey1874]

I honestly don't get how she can play and dance on high heels. Gets me every time.

[@ofginnny327]

one of the most beautiful songs ever written...

[@JollyRogerDJ]

a great talent. a great American tune

[@scottmcphee2076]

Mairead is just as good live. I remember my mother commenting that some Celtic Woman music made her want to cry. I remember thinking that during some of the more uptempo instrumentals, Mairead almost gave herself whiplash.

[@larryhester5481]

She is so very talented. I could sit and listen to her play the violin. I love all their music. So amazing.

[@startrekkin1701]

The passion Mairead puts into this song is absolutely incredible...watching it just gives me chills. What an amazing performer. I am so glad I got the chance to meet her. She is just as sweet as she looks, folks. :)

[@gingerbitchful]

Absolutely beautiful. Her vibrato is amazing!

[@NomanAtahar]

'Máiréad Nesbitt' --- the only violinist in the world who fascinates me the most !

[@johnmoss8044]

I have been enthralled by Celtic Woman from their first show. I've enjoyed all of the performers but was particularly drawn in by Mearead Nessbits playing and energy. She is a briliant performer in her own right.

[@APHansen1000]

I love CW. She is truly fabulous.

[@williamtholt]

Beautiful, does not get any better

[@zetacon4]

Wow! What more can be said? She is just amazing. And, beautiful as can be.

[@JollyRogerDJ]

I'd sure like to hope, that we can all agree, this is one talented and beautiful young lady.

[@morganvanbavel6640]

this woman is my idol, ever since i was a little girl i have watched celtic women. and mairead is the reason i started playing the violin.

[@daisylopezartist]

+Morgan van Bavel same here!

[@sarahdavidson3872]

She wasn't known at all when I started playing at a young age. I'm 35 years old now, married with children. She is the reason I pulled it out of the closet and started playing again. I will never let life get too busy for my violin ever again. She has inspired this mom!

[@chelseaalves2531]

Morgan van Bavel &

[@arnoldspackman5223]

Morgan van mai read Nesbit interview

[@shayrakellen6329]

My reason too kkkk

[@ALICEinFortPierce]

Mairead's playing is a complete mastery of violin - launching dreams and setting the heart on fire... her beauty is so blazing I almost have to turn away, but so compelling I just can't..... chasing me through my dreams. Mairead, please let me go, no don't ever let me go, or stop playing your heavenly music !!!

[@margaretnesbeth593]

I love Mairead fiddling talents, just pure joy to listen and observe her dancing, also love the impish expressions she uses when playing jigs, just pure joy.

[@johnhung1063]

I have a violin that has been passed down to me it is at least a hundred years old. It is in perfect condition . It came to alabama on a horse and buggy. This makes me think i have to learn this.

[@JollyRogerDJ]

You can't but be over whelmed by her beauty & talent. I'm so lost in Máiréad, she could play any thing & it would sound fantastic.

[@lindalyons6895]

I LOVE Mairead...such a JOY to watch and listen to playing her violin.....wonderful talent and cute lady and love Irish music and the people!!! Bless you, dear!!

[@thomascampbell351]

I love how she smiles as she plays that last note around 2:24. This is my absolute favorite song by her. Add Sissel to sing and this song would be absolutely even more beautiful

[@nwk38]

You have no idea how beautiful she is until to meet her in person. I did at a NYC night club this past March.Right after their show at Radio City. OMG looking at her will make you lose your train of thought.

[@gws1306]

Incredibly beautiful.... I have never seen anyone hold the bow the way she does but it sure works for her.

[@TheTreasureSeeker01]

A lot of fire in that tiny little soul. ❤️🔥

[@Marnarabyss]

Such beauty is in this song... The piano and the violin are the ultimate pair of musical instruments!

[@tlark0783]

A beautiful woman playing beautiful music,what more can you ask for.

[@dilloncostantini4548]

What do you say to a performance like this? NOTHING! SPEECHLESS!

[@kylekeen3497]

She's very talented

[@tpstrat14]

4:27.. she does this multiple times. So adorable. Like she's saying "yep, that sounds about right"

[@herbert5491]

You are so great Mairead and I admire you so

[@fukimosabe]

This touched my heart so deeply. a beautiful girl playing her heart out.

[@mrx1337]

I'm so in love with her...for her talent,smile,dancing,playing....easy on the eyes too :)

[@adriannaladner3515]

Shenandoah, has such a place in my heart. My choir was singing this song on the day my friend took his own life For me I was longing to see him, but now were separated.

[@margaretnesbeth593]

So sad, condolences for your loss.

[@raboin1]

She is a glowing star !

[@danielbenoit9027]

Whenever I can't figure out life because of all of its confusion and hardships,someone like this touches my soul and sheds light and strength.

[@JollyRogerDJ]

How in all of creation do we get such a wonderful talent and beautiful young lady all wrapped into one....

[@benjierooster]

I've been playing for about 18 years and only in my wildest dreams could I play the beginning with so much control and intensity, and the end with such playfulness and ease..... This made my day :)

[@susanu.9883]

Such beauty and emotion..world leaders take note and stop the madness

[@johnbrookbank2969]

Hearts raise to high with her playing !

[@shadowfairy1000]

She played fantastic and I love that she just had fun with it

[@johnp8815]

Attention ladies and gentlemen, this is the definition of CLASS!

[@cybergirl0078]

+John P Totally agree with you :)

[@seascapeasia1382]

Magnificent World CLASS.

[@johnjarou2357]

john p you bet man!

[@tomgreene6579]

It is class manifest...fine job...a trained and talented lady..

[@lurking0death]

You need to get around more. THIS is class.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5-lfHmDd5Kshsk

[@octaviancernit189]

She is beautifull and plays so good ! Respect from ROUMANIA !

[@patriciajrs46]

Every since I was little I have loved Irish music. When I found Celtic Woman, and her violin I fell in love all over again. This song has mafe me happy and made cry since I heard the guy sing it- the one who sang Danny Boy in 1964.

[@ofginnny327]

I keep coming back to this video - I am from the Shenandoah - nothing is more beautiful to me - thank you Máiréad Nesbitt, you give so much beauty to this lovely landscape

[@britannia5370]

Heavenly, my Irish Soul and heart is truly delighted...tanzen Maired

[@floydfarless8448]

Brings back memories of family and friends long past, even if I've never seen that mighty river.

[@SiljeLiumMusic]

Mairead is a fairy princess doing her magic! 💚

[@xxchiefaustinxx]

In case anyone is wondering, the (songs)(tunes)(reels) are Shenandoah( Slower; Intro), The faster section starts with The Cock and The Hen a.k.a Dennis Ryan's Slipjig transitioning into The Pacific Slope Reel. And if you are REALLY INTERESTED, like me, the Shenandoah is in Dmaj, The Cock in the Hen is in F#min, and The Pacific Slope Reel is in Amaj. Mairead Nesbitt is a fantastic player!

[@goodyones]

Interesting the Bow holding,and the control of the violin,excellent and inspiring.

[@davidbozanovs1620]

Mairead and Lindsey!! MAIREAD & LINDSEY!!!!! Then I could die happy.

[@macaelatice-loma1048]

@@lordarcalinox8582 yes exactly mairead practiced violin as a young child so shes got many years of experience playing...

[@Howoldareweanywayyipes]

wow, grandpa from Michigan.. a total angel.. I don't believe anyone else can play that tune like this. Thank you for your abilities.

[@vivi02rin]

she's so cute, i just love her facial expressions.. i smile or pause when i see her play

[@michellecortez38]

I just LOVE THE WAY SHE MOVES BY PLAYING like Omg I want to DANCE too. bc of her I started to play the violin too😄

[@joegaito702]

So talented way to mairead nesbitt you rock great show you did you should be proud ! Joe

[@fktd]

The world's most beautiful violin playing my favorite song 💖

[@michellemitchell767]

Maired Nessbidd is the most beautiful and most talented violenist I have ever seen.She commands the stage with grace and elegance and brings you to a plase of excitement like I've never seen. She is true perfection at her craft. I just love her.

[@herbert5491]

Could not agree more with you...so elegant

[@AngieChan95]

me encanta el sonido del violín.. ese instrumento que suena tan dulce, pero que a la vez suena tan desgarrador... tocando lo más profundo de nuestros corazones, llevándonos con su sonido a lugares inimaginables...

[@SynphamyMusic]

Doesn't this just make you smile so much!!! So brilliant!

[@RichardIII100]

Violin solo? I hear a piano in there. I knew it was coming. I saw David and Mairead do this piece a year ago. AWESOME!

[@ainehourigan6326]

I was taught how to play fiddle growing up by maireads mother. Two extremely talented women!

[@user-xw4kr7hu6i]

That’s really cool Are you still playing as of now?

[@DarraghOK]

wow that means my grandma taught you

[@jimgardner1569]

What an incredible talent!

[@brianjacobi]

So wonderful. Same comments as 3 years ago. Amazing.

[@alyssacat4608]

prekrasna žena predivno svira,pleše i fascinantno što sve svira sa notama iz glave hvala Mairead

[@gothiccowgirl07]

I decided to start playing the violin in eighth grade, so glad I started taking lessons!

[@hsienlukic1243]

Господи!вот это прелесть!

[@buck546]

Shenandoah is one of my all time favorite songs it is such a sad but beautiful song from days long ago. And this was one of the best versions of it I have heard.

[@pigmanobvious]

WOW! God has truly shed his light upon this girl!

[@jspee1965]

With a tear in my eye... sublime, gorgeous ... majesty.

[@cybergirl0078]

This lady is absolutely fabulous, she is a wonderful person to be part of the Celtic Woman tribe! :D

[@donaldcarbone2073]

WOW. How can she dance like that while playing so well.

[@marcelr1954]

Astonishing and gorgeous!

[@terrytownsend9584]

in 20 18 she is still as talented as ever and just as beautiful

[@sarahdavidson3872]

Absolutely beautiful! Love her style, her technique... you can not only feel the music flowing from within her as she plays, you can see it. It's in her face, her movements, she radiates compassion for what she does as she plays..

[@MusicLover-nd9fy]

Stunningly beautiful.

[@johnwoulfe3118]

Everything is very beautiful, Shenandoah -the place, the words of the song, Mairead and her fiddle playing! 👍👍🎵❤❤🍀🍀🇺🇸🇮🇳

[@mitologiasancestrales]

Sencillamente hermoso tema musical y su ejecución por una gran mujer, símbolo de la grandeza femenina !!!!

[@musket-hc1fc]

Her movements and ravishing looks complement her violin playing beautifully.

[@sydneysmith25]

Beautiful

[@mellhunter7587]

1st timeI have seen this. Very talented young woman.

[@olufjessen3529]

I will be happy to listen so beautiful music. Wonderful performance.

[@marcel911]

She is something else ! Wow.

[@amirhaydari5581]

There's only one word to describe what she does, BEAUTIFUL!

[@fktd]

This is beautiful and talent that brings tears to my eyes and stop's my breath

[@CherryzB]

God! She is beautiful and her music is amazing and she is amazing and ... and perfect... :)

[@tonyjoytonyjoy]

Best in the world, given such a lot, an absolute piece of perfection, don't stop.

[@steveedward2600]

Verry pretty version. I really like this. Great entertainment.

[@Syltiaana]

A Beautiful rendition of the American Classic! I recall learning this song for Choir when I was still in school, and it has remained a favorite of mine. Mairead plays so beautifully and without the words she conveys the message of love, loss and longing for home....

[@johncombs2990]

It's not just her beauty and talent that makes Mairead a pleasure to watch, but the sheer joy she has when playing her fiddle. If she ever left the group she would take a lot of the magic with her. I don't know if CW could survive very long without her.

[@galwayj6991]

I think if she left that would officially be it for CW. I think she's really the only reason a lot of people are still following them. Now that all of their best vocalists are gone, people better hope and pray Máiréad stays on, otherwise it's over.

[@Badkhela]

Well, theyre doing fine with the girls they have. Theyre actually some of the best yet.

[@hamishmacgregor4264]

@@Badkhela Saw CW this year, not a patch on what they were. The sound quality to be honest was pretty poor and quite disappointing.

[@Badkhela]

@@hamishmacgregor4264 ya... their best singers are now gone😢

[@jakethesnake95]

Máiréad is so beautiful, and she plays beautifully. Love her!

[@LittleUnknow]

I don't always like violin but Mairead Nesbitt is always amazing!

[@Fernanda62301]

Beautiful and touching!!!

[@JeffDeWitt]

God was having a particularly good day when He made little Mairead.

[@stevenrichards8880]

Yup! speaks to the soul of things doesn't it? Very beautiful indeed.

[@billlangsdale7325]

What joy!!!! THANK YOU!!!

[@TheRoyalBavarian]

I knew in a heartbeat this was going to move the spirit.