Name: The Minstrel Boy (To the War Has Gone)
Channel: Traditional/Arr: Chris Volak
Description: An old Irish folk tune that crossed the water. It can be heard in Ken Burn's "The Civil War" and, bizzarely, in an episode of "Star Trek the Next Generation".

An old Irish folk tune that crossed the water. It can be heard in Ken Burn's "The Civil War" and, bizzarely, in an episode of "Star Trek the Next Generation".

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Chris Volak

Classical guitar and acoustic instrumental music

Chris specializes in fingerstyle classical guitar. His live performances feature classical and latin guitar repertoire, arrangements of popular songs and standards, and his own classical- latin- and folk-influenced compositions. He also plays electric and steel string guitars and is comfortable playing in a variety of different styles. Chris is available to provide elegant atmosphere for any special event, or to play in more formal concert settings. He is allso available for recording sessions; or as a teacher, composer, accompaniest or ensemble player.

Song Info

Genre

Acoustic • Acoustic General

Charts

Peak #69

Peak in subgenre #11

Author

Traditional/Arr: Chris Volak

Rights

2005 by Chris Volak

Uploaded

September 17, 2005

Track Files

MP3

MP3 2.8 MB • 128 kbps • 0:00

Story behind the song

An old Irish folk tune that crossed the water to become a standard in the States.  It can be heard in Ken Burn's "The Civil War" and, bizzarely, in an episode of "Star Trek the Next Generation".

Lyrics

The minstrel boy to the war has gone
In the ranks of death you will find him
his father's sword he has girded on
and his wild harp slung behind him