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This song was performed at Woodstock, albeit with a very different arrangement, by Richie Havens. This version is in the folk tradition of people like Tim Hardin, Melanie and Joan Baez (who all performed on Day 1). In one way, it suits the modern era when the sense of freedom and hope that was around in the sixties has been replaced by cynicism and a lack of trust that our leaders will make things better for our societies.
Imagine that this performance took place towards the end of the day. During the day, the audience has been entertained by magnificent music and were emotionally charged by the event itself. Late at night, there is a quietness that overcomes them and a more reflective mood prevails.
The musicians performing here are:
Philip Gardner: vocal and acoustic guitar
Daniel Jack: 2nd acoustic guitar
Walker John: electric guitar
“Sunshine” Gardner: Organ
“Moonface” Gardner: Synthesizer
“Starshine” Gardner: Bass
Unfortunately our drummer, “Moonshine” Gardner had become incapacitated during the day and at the time of the performance was asleep in an equipment box at the back of the stage.
It is permissible to hold a candle in the air and wave it from side to side as you listen to this song.
*The artwork came from a search for "hippie".
Imagine that this performance took place towards the end of the day. During the day, the audience has been entertained by magnificent music and were emotionally charged by the event itself. Late at night, there is a quietness that overcomes them and a more reflective mood prevails.
The musicians performing here are:
Philip Gardner: vocal and acoustic guitar
Daniel Jack: 2nd acoustic guitar
Walker John: electric guitar
“Sunshine” Gardner: Organ
“Moonface” Gardner: Synthesizer
“Starshine” Gardner: Bass
Unfortunately our drummer, “Moonshine” Gardner had become incapacitated during the day and at the time of the performance was asleep in an equipment box at the back of the stage.
It is permissible to hold a candle in the air and wave it from side to side as you listen to this song.
*The artwork came from a search for "hippie".
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alackbass
Great performance Philip! I love your fingerpicking and the guitar tone is really great. The tempo and meter change is interesting and very effective. Excellent mix.