Macpherson's Lament

Here's a delightful Scottish air arranged by Dean Marshall, the music director of the world famous fiddle group "Barrage," and by Bob Phillips. Legend has it that MacPherson went to his death playing this hauntingly beautiful tune on his fiddle. Once learned, this will become a tune you often hear around the orchestra room. Beginning with the cellos and basses, the melody is passed around throughout the orchestra while continuing with a variety of accompaniment figures that build in intensity. This a nice choice at any occasion!