Wil Maring - Arkansas Traveler

[MelBesher]

Hey Wil, this was a standout for me the other night, mighty pretty in this video. :)

[b8kersfield]

Hi Wil. Happy New Year!

Looked for the lyrics for Arkansas Traveler by you, but could not find them anywhere. Are they written down somewhere that I could get them?

I just figured out the guitar part (except the very last closing part—I'll get that soon). It is a fun tune.

Thanks you for your music.

Jeff

[2SugarsPleeze]

BEAUTIFUL! . . . and the guitar playing!

[BatsaxIV]

This was very cool !

[randomstuff3201]

Absolutely amazing... A beautiful song, very well played by a beautiful woman.

[tre1120]

I'm guessing you're originally a banjo player. Great song!

[WilMaring]

@tre1120 hey there, I am not originally a banjo player, but I did learn a few licks when I was 16. Its open G banjo tuning, so I could use a couple of those licks plus a few more I made up. sorta also inspired by some of those Celtic fingerstyle players, though I am playing with a pick.

[tre1120]

@WilMaring Please, please, please show us how to play this.

[WilMaring]

@tre1120 gosh, Its hard to explain how to play this except to say, its not hard. Tune it like a banjo in open G, capo to the 5th or whatever key to sing, and then follow my fingers on the video. Its really pretty easy. If it wasn't I couldn't play it. If you come over, I will give you a lesson on it. I give guitar lessons.

[tomstraydog]

So happy this song is on the new CD Wil, great album. It made it from Cobden to Wisconsin in one day!

[gtrpkr1]

I saw you guys in West Plains,Mo at the old time music fest.I enjoy your music.Good luck in the new year

[arthur2go]

wow, i'm impressed, think i'm your number one fan

terry

xxx

[MrMediaTN]

fantastic and peaceful!.. loved it!

[craigschirato]

perfect.

[ciesemul]

sweeet ;-), lovely to listen to

[1RobHand]

That Arkansas Traveler is one lucky guy. He also must be a very special person to have inspired you to write such great lyrics for. To have been illuminated and not see the light that is before you is truly a sad thing.

[tonedr]

great playing and one of the nicest videos i've ever seen on YT! Thanks for sharing,

dale

[brinsleybrat]

First time I've ever heard the words to Arkansas Traveler. I doubt , after hearing your rendition, that I'll want to listen to anyone else's. And to be able to do it with such ease and passion from a cozy chair speaks volumes to your talents as a singer and musician. Kudos.

[SoundsBestWithMartin]

Thanks Will, what a lovely version. I really would like to perform this song, but I can't find the words. You are a wonderfull singer. Welcome to Finland! Esa

[theBMEJDSHOW]

holy that was awesome! beautiful playing!

[BreshDigitalTV]

Love it.. Wil, you're too cool! Don't stop..

[GamingBlitzDOTcom]

ive looked everywhere.

i wouldnt ask without looking first.

i need tabs to Arkansas traveler

can anybody can send me a tab or any links?

[WilMaring]

hi, sorry, i have not written out tabs to this yet. I need to though, cause there have been alot of inquiries. The best I can do is give you a lesson on how to play it. its not hard, if I can do it, you can too. I would like to put out a songbook sometime soon on the most popular songs. thanks for asking...

[hughandjude1995]

@WilMaring please please please put out a song book SOOOOON I want to learn how to play like you do very inspiring.

[flatpickn6]

Nice job. Is that an old martin D18 our playing?

[WilMaring]

its an old d-21. almost like a d18.

[bbjorkyt]

Got it open G tuning D G D G B D

[bbjorkyt]

Beautiful version, is that DADGAD tuning?

[WilMaring]

no, its an open G tuning, but capoed on the 5th fret to be in C. DGDGBD

[sierradi1]

Beautifully sung and played, and I love the new words. This was my favorite song that my dad used to pick.

[ffranzone]

Semplicemente, Brava

[bigd522524]

Amazing talent !:D

[Kikalani]

Wonderful. 5 stars.

[ditrbagfromarkansas]

WoW!!! Makes me miss home.

[Muhlenburger]

After hearing this, I feel so relaxed... thanks Wil. You look like my pastor's daughter I knew in high school days in Muhlenburg County, Kentucky. I had a crush on her... : )

[diptanshu]

beautiful

[MusicMan20061210]

That layed-back good old country living...yeah

[WishingOnSunflowers]

it has such a sweet folk/bluegrassy feel. i like it, it's beautiful.

[hwmorton]

oh so nice great tune

[pontepolentepontepi]

Very sweet song and beautiful harmonics on guitar!

Brava :-))

[insureman76]

This is excellent!!!!!

[joeys444]

Love it! Keep posting!

[timechannel]

Really good..should get together with John Tams for Oer the hills and far away

[finleyforyou]

That's just amazing....the voice with the pickin'.....thanks for givin' me the pleasure of that great little bit of heaven.....

[tedimayisfun]

Hi, Dear Wil:

I just learned "Arkansas Traveler" on the fiddle.. Found your vid while looking ofr different rendetions of it on Youtube. Great Job, Wil.

Tedi Jean May

[bartolemeo]

Another lovely one, Wil.  -Matt (MySpace)

[SteveOSpielberg]

Thank you finding me through Mauras my space page

[shas1814]

Very cool, Wil.

I am delighted to have stumbled across your channel.

The ambience in this video is perfect.

Lovely tune, heartwarming delivery.

5 stars

[canajian]

Curlin up with a guitar & playin music.

Does it get any more relaxing.

Great song.

*****

[curiousgeorge555]

Excellent musicianship! Nice style! ~cg5

[reliablebow]

Whew! Oh Yeah...

[ChomFa]

I have listened over and over to this, since yesterday. You are a gift.

(I was the only kid in our family of 5 who never had music lessons and now, 56 years later, I'm the only one that plays!)

[ChomFa]

I feel better knowing theres people like you in the world. Were you raised in a musical household?

[WilMaring]

my dad plays piano. We had instruments laying around, and everybody plays alittle, but I was the only one who took some lessons and got sort of serious about playing out.

[pickermike]

Killer stuff! Love your voice and performance. You are truely inspired. Mike

[gtrglenn]

Puts a lump in my throat everytime I hear you play this one.

[Rolffe12]

Thanks that would be great. j.

[Rolffe12]

I couldn't find the arkansas traveler on your available itunes. How can I get this rendition- just you and the guitar? It's awesome. j

[WilMaring]

hey there, glad you like it. I don't have it on a cd yet. It'll be on the next one I guess. I don't know if it will be just me, or me and one or two others. Depends on how bold I feel.... I guess if you are just desperate, I could record something real quick on my computer and send.

[pamhadj]

Love your singing and playing........

[zencaper]

Your just beautiful.........

Love your music and your heart

Roger

[OleBlues]

Excellent.....Have you ever performed on Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour out of Lexington KY? You and your group are very very good and it would be great "worldwide" exposure. I have a few of your CD's and enjoy them almost daily. God Bless you and your career sweetheart.......James

[WilMaring]

no, we've never played there, I want to!! I've been in contact with them a few times, but they won't commit to a date. A little frustrating.

[OleBlues]

I'm sorry Wil....I'll be keeping an eye on your tour schedule for it though. I live in Michigan and I hope you'll get this way soon. If you do booked for Woodsongs I'll be coming down for that for sure.....Be blessed.....James

[OleBlues]

One day the world will get hold of this girl and her career will skyrocket. Just a wonderful inspiring talent. I've found a new love for my Martin Guitar just listening to her. Thank you Miss Maring. You've got my attention. May God richly Bless your future in music.  James

[ScooterNerd]

Wil..you can do solo easily...you're great songwriter, singer and player. Beautiful little notes surround your playing.

[rickshunter1]

I Love that song you do it so well

[Americanbanjoman76]

so I've come to the conclusion she isn't singing about the Arkansas Traveler, haha

[Thealleygators]

I can think of two hit songs right away that used Bach melodys (Traditional). The Toys "A Lover's Concerto" and Procol Harum "A Whiter Shade Of Pale" - Each was as new and as original as this song.

[Thealleygators]

I would say you put a lot of originality to this tune. It has the essence of the old traditional tune, but with your lyrics, phrasing and interpretation it is very original, very beautiful, and one of the most enjoyable pieces on Youtube.*****

[1RobHand]

Beautiful song Wil.  Very relaxing piece of music. One guitar, one talented lady. I would love to have one of your cd's!! Do you have any other songs of just you playing guitar and singing solo?

Rob

[WilMaring]

sorry, Rob, I don't have a cd that is just me alone, I don't feel confident enough about my playing to just play all alone, maybe someday... but you are more than welcome to purchase a cd with me plus some great pickers. I'd appreciate that.

[hannahsfive]

beautiful

[ScooterNerd]

Sorry..didn't realize Wil wrote it..beasutiful song.

[victorolden]

very nice

[homeskillet1962]

Please come to Texas soon

[vithefiddler]

That's not the Arkansas Traveler I remember, but it's a beautiful tune. Nice Job Wil.

[coachdoc49]

Loverly, thanks Wil.

[ScooterNerd]

Absolutely beautiful and the cover of the song's great too.

[crawleykakes]

(((WOW))) Wonderful

[Joaquinus2008]

Peaceful feeling, a wonderful voice, here in Spain, we have few opportunities to listen so stupendous singers as you Wil, a geat hug (sorry my english)

[psychospeakempire]

very nice.

[IrishDaddi]

perfection

[TomMeirose]

Incredible guitar work. And a lovely voice, too. 5/5

[KennWV]

Dang, so thats what angels look and sound like...great song

[jwwetzel]

fantastic playing, i'm really impressed :D I wish you were comin closer to Iowa! i'd come see ya for sure

[Ingermusic]

very nice indeed!

For the Love of Sound

IngerHansen com

[willythewave]

Beautifull as good as any main stream! 5***** Thank you Ron!!!

[rhopen]

Hey there. This is really really good. Enjoyed it a lot. -Ron

[bluewing04]

Thanks this is great*****

[Thealleygators]

I've already commented once on this. It struck me as very nice then. Quite amazing how someone can take an old traditional tune and make something new and fresh of it. It's grown on me and I keep coming back for another listen. Thanks Wil.

[lrover03]

Love it! Nice arrangement. Reminds me a lot of Nanci Griffith's style. ..and I love all of her stuff. :)

[paulraybon]

I really like this.......very good......

[willienelsonpri]

beautiful picking and your voice is fantastic.

[ruotze]

Really very nice,...i like the WHOLE atmosphere of this!

[romapsychic]

verry nice! love it! 5 stars!lol jim

[dArLeNewk]

very nice!!

[uncledave10]

Very nice ***** :o)tm

[4DRY4N]

Beautiful, nice original, thanks for sharing stringtheories25, 5* A.D.

[Ethan2Rock]

That was beautiful, thank you. Ethan

[stringtheories25]

sweeeeeeeeeeeeet

[gtrglenn]

I really like the way you approach the guitar arrangement.  Great choices!

[Thealleygators]

Very nice. A rare and tender version. I've never heard it sung and played this way.

[scawa1952]

Beautiful

Very beautiful simple arrangement. Are the words available on line? I've played this song ala Steve Kaufman for a while, but never heard words to it.... Love it.

[WilMaring]

no I don't have the words out anywhere yet, it's one of the newer ones.. I made up the words, so no wonder you haven't heard them. Glad you like it!

[tommybball46]

Sweet song, love the touch of harmonics!

[marycoyote]

Oh, I luv bluegrass folk!! =)

Is that only one guitar in the song???

happy 2008 =)

xoxo

[victorolden]

great sound,voice,guitar and other....

55 stars and favour

Victor from Moscow6 Russia

Thanks.friend!!!

[toostonedtocare]

assolutamente eccellente!! ;-)