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Video: "The Water is Wide" (traditional song)
Author: F
Description: This was recorded at Western Michigan University around the Spring of 1980. Me and my friends would play in the dorm's coffee house. If you listen close, you can hear the stereo blasting from a dorm down the hall; such was our "studio". This piece's arrangement is based on the Karla Bonoff version with James Taylor backing. I think Kathy does an acceptionally sweet job of singing, don't you? Enjoy...
Duration: 2 seconds
Date: MiƩ 12-31-1969 18:00
Rated: 4
Played: 1 times
Tags: water wide Eicher WMU James Taylor Karla Bonoff guitar singing song PhotoStory
Total comments: 20
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> FlyingHorseKnuckles said on 12-07-2009 at 02:51:
Thank you for saying so!~Jon

> billyslady said on 12-06-2009 at 23:27:
WOW..Beautiful voice, lovely video...thank you for posting

> FlyingHorseKnuckles said on 11-18-2009 at 22:44:
I agree. Kathy has a lovely voice.Thank you

> Robiarose said on 11-18-2009 at 05:04:
Beautiful Voice!!

> FlyingHorseKnuckles said on 11-12-2009 at 06:39:
I wonder if the writer of this song did so because of their own specific loss. It seems to speak to those who have suffered from such a separation. In my belief system, the watery breach can be conquered by joining our loved ones in the Heavenly realm. Death is but a portal, and God , the rower to the other shore. Take care, and thank you for listening.~Jon

> FlyingHorseKnuckles said on 11-12-2009 at 06:35:
You know, I never even considered that dark section of the lyrics before. I too am at a loss as to why it was written so. Certainly the freshness of romantic love wanes as a relationship ages, but it is replaced by a stronger, more meaningful deep love that far outweighs the not so subtle attractions of youth. Maybe that is what the writer was alluding to. I'm sorry for your loss. I'm glad you find some solace in our performance. Partsmadam below shares your situation to some degree.

> forbotecol said on 11-11-2009 at 08:44:
As a widower this song is certainly evocative for me. It stills my heart, and the well chosen pictures remind me of the canoeing we once did.My only question is about the part where love grows cold. But after that, in this version, the story seems to recover.What am I missing? I'm not fond of that sad part.Michael.

> FlyingHorseKnuckles said on 10-18-2009 at 07:20:
It's a traditional song for good reason, huh? Write me anytime, Marcia. I hope all is well with you. ~Jon

> partsmadam said on 10-18-2009 at 05:03:
Jon, I see that folks are still mesmerized by this piece. It is tremendously powerful and continues to help me heal. Do you still have my email? Would like to keep in touch, as I again, continue to move on with my life.

> FlyingHorseKnuckles said on 10-08-2009 at 05:20:
Hi Elizabeth. This song certainly is popular, I have discovered. I was fortunate to be able to find so many wonderful images off the Internet to accompany Kathy's lovely performance. I'm glad we could offer you a pleasant alternative to your studies. Post something from your lessons some day!Thanks! ~Jon

> ElizabethBix said on 10-07-2009 at 22:48:
I am learning this song as part of my voice lessons. It is so beautiful and your video makes it 'come to life'.. What a beautiful way to enjoy this song while looking at your graphics.! Just awesome. Thank you... great job!

> FlyingHorseKnuckles said on 10-04-2009 at 23:03:
Thank you Patti!

> pattif30 said on 10-04-2009 at 18:44:
This is absolutely beautiful! :)

> FlyingHorseKnuckles said on 09-30-2009 at 14:47:
...What was the question?jk, thanks!

> Iamactuallygod said on 09-30-2009 at 13:41:
Yes....!

> FlyingHorseKnuckles said on 09-24-2009 at 17:04:
Thank you very much!

> monacoma777 said on 09-24-2009 at 13:43:
Very beautiful.

> FlyingHorseKnuckles said on 09-22-2009 at 02:03:
Honestly, I do not remember. I was capoed to the 2nd fret I believe, and playing in an open d modality, so it was probably the key of E.

> BrittandRoch said on 09-20-2009 at 03:58:
What key is this in?

> FlyingHorseKnuckles said on 09-06-2009 at 12:22:
Man Phil, I can relate... I think of missed opportunities to play in bands, or other creative endeavors. Instead I sit at a console all day milling out for the most part drivel (I'm a video editor by trade). I'd one day like to get off the grid and get my hands dirty in God's good earth! Still, I feel blessed just to be able to contribute here and listen as well. Thank you, Phil.~Jon

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