Composed by Jay Ungar in 1982, "Ashokan Farewell" is a haunting fiddle waltz inspired by Scottish laments. Despite its modern origins, it gained fame as the emotional core of Ken Burns' documentary "The Civil War," evoking 19th-century nostalgia through its modal melody and sparse harmonies. The piece was named after the Ashokan Fiddle & Dance Camp in New York.
"Ashokan Farewell" is a modern folk composition by Jay Ungar, famously used as the main theme in Ken Burns' 1990 documentary "The Civil War." Though contemporary, its nostalgic melody evokes 19th-century Americana.
Composed in 1982, "Ashokan Farewell" is a modern folk waltz that gained worldwide recognition as the signature tune of Ken Burns' documentary "The Civil War". Though written in late 20th century, its nostalgic sound evokes 19th-century parlor music.
"Ashokan Farewell" is a hauntingly beautiful waltz composed by Jay Unger in 1982. Though modern, it gained historic resonance as the signature theme of Ken Burns' 1990 Civil War documentary, evoking 19th-century Americana through its folk-inspired melody.
A hauntingly nostalgic fiddle tune composed by Jay Ungar, famously used in the PBS documentary The Civil War. Its timeless quality evokes the atmosphere of 19th-century America.
