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BE WITH ME ALWAYS

PostPosted: 02 Oct 2013, 21:56
by Stratpicker
Here's a Rarity. As far as I know, no-one has ever posted this great tune.
“Heathcliff”, the 1996 musical that starred Cliff Richard (who was, I'm sorry folks, excellent) has a wonderful score by John Farrar, not least of which “Had To Be” is a popular tune for Hank style instrumental guitar, as played by Jimbo recently.
However, “Be With Me Always” was always the stand out song for me. The lyrics are a bit dark to say the least but the tune, IMO, is gorgeous.
Here is my interpretation.
Key B, I think.
Usual kit – Brason Strat – Q2 patch 34 – Korg Ampworks AC30 twin cab – Cakewalk GT Pro2

http://app.box.com/s/ub6g2yxd16pu0bq17ig4
Cheers
Ian

Re: BE WITH ME ALWAYS

PostPosted: 03 Oct 2013, 12:07
by Tony
Hi Ian,

This is a beautiful number and the sound you have achieved is superb.... love it :D

Best regards

Tony

Re: BE WITH ME ALWAYS

PostPosted: 03 Oct 2013, 12:20
by ecca
Cosmic Slopapewkyknobrotshilpa !

Re: BE WITH ME ALWAYS

PostPosted: 03 Oct 2013, 13:51
by rogera
This is a new one on me Ian but your recording of it is very good. :thumbup:

Great sound from that Brason Strat !

Re: BE WITH ME ALWAYS

PostPosted: 03 Oct 2013, 14:21
by keithmantle
I'd like to hear this Ian but it seems I'm having probs with box, clicking the link just gives me the 'katherine wheel' ! Any help members ?

Re: BE WITH ME ALWAYS

PostPosted: 03 Oct 2013, 17:23
by alanbakewell
I say, what a lovely tune. :D :D

Re: BE WITH ME ALWAYS

PostPosted: 03 Oct 2013, 18:35
by Phil McGarrick
Hi Ian - Haven't heard the song before I'm sure it's a grower.
Very smooth playing and a great tone from your Strat.

Cheers Phil

Re: BE WITH ME ALWAYS

PostPosted: 04 Oct 2013, 09:13
by Stratpicker
Thanks for listening and the kind comments.
"Heathcliff" had some stunning music in it, although the theme (the book "Wuthering Heights") is a bit dark and cruel.
Here is link to Cliff singing it on The Des O Connor Show :shock: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYujQ2rBQVo
and you'll realise how black the lyrics are.
I had a bit of trouble mixing this down - must be out of practise after my Layoff.
cheers
ian

Re: BE WITH ME ALWAYS

PostPosted: 10 Oct 2013, 14:35
by littlelinnie
Hi Ian Thanks for the link it brought back good memories of the show

Regards Lynn

Re: BE WITH ME ALWAYS

PostPosted: 10 Oct 2013, 19:12
by Hank2k
Hi Ian

Didn't think I knew this one but upon hearing it I do, really enjoyed your interpretation well done