Ashokan Farewell (with video)
Filmmaker Ken Burns heard "Ashokan Farewell" in 1984 and "was moved by it", using it in two films, most prominently 'The Civil War' and his 1985 documentary --Huey Long. But it was certainly 'The Civil War' which brought the tune national attention. It was played 25 times during the eleven hours of the series.
It ws popularly but erroneously believed that the tune was a traditional tune of the Civil War era. In fact, it is the only contemporary composition in the series. Every other piece of music is authentic 19th Century.
Indeed, Burns' effort --as superb as it was --was enhanced immeasurably by this 'instant' American classic. Jay and Molly are now immortal.
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