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Fennario by MarkHolbrook [Email]

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Comments: 26
Votes: 9
Plays: 58
Last Played: Nov 19, 2008 - 07:33:38 PM
Downloads: 26
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Uploaded: Mar 06, 2008 - 09:30:07 AM
Last Updated: Mar 06, 2008 - 09:30:07 AM
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Keywords:
folk (370), baez (1)
Description:
My father loved folk type music. Some of his favorite artists were the LimeLiters, Joan Baez, Peter, Paul and Mary, etc. I grew up with most of this music radiating through the house.

My father could not play a single note on any kind of instrument. When I picked up the guitar he used sit for hours and listen to me play absolutely nothing of any real interest. When I was done he would tell me how much he enjoyed listening to me play. No one was ever more supportive of my music than him.

Over the years he had some favorite songs: Fennario done by Joan Baez was one of them. He also loved Cats in the Cradle (Harry Chapin) because it so aptly described our lives and relationship. He worked very hard and often was not around. Another favorite of his was Mr. Tamborine Man.

When I started to play with our band he became quite ill. Often was in and out of the hospital and I decided I would try and record a few of his favorites. In my spare time I did Tamborine Man, Cats in the Cradle and this rendition of Fennario. They weren't really my style of music but through my love and respect for him I was glad to do them.

Unfortunately the records of Cats and Tamborine were lost. But I do have Fennario. I played everything in this and did the vocals. I'm not much of a vocalist as you will hear.

This was all done on analog tape. I was able to play this for my Dad as he laid in the hospital after a bout of surgery. It brought tears to his eyes that I would play something specifically for him.

Over the years he used to ask for this song over and over. He kept losing his copy. I would put it on his computer, he'd play it then ask me a week later to put it on again. He'd lost it. He died in 1993. As I remember he asked for this song again a week before his death and I didn't have the time to get it over to him. I'll regret that for the rest of my life.

A word to those still with parents. Make the time.

Lyrics:
Traditional

Hardware:
Ovation acoustic, mics, Tascam 8 track, moog Synth, mixer

Software:
NONE
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Fennario &mdash 03/06/08 - 03:38:59 PM
I can see how your music has a depth and very
attached to a rich background .your voice just
as great as the pickin ..this is yet another gem my
friend ..and thank you for all the stories meant alot
for those who cherish what you were talkin about
thank you and God bless !!

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Thanks! &mdash 03/06/08 - 04:05:50 PM
Thank you so much Feter. I wish I had a better voice. I fear now being much older it will be worse even still. We will see.

Thanks for listening!

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Blimey, as we say over here &mdash 03/06/08 - 05:34:33 PM
I can hear why your dad was so proud of you for this recording, it's beautifully honest and heartfelt. It has a charm and sweetness which are completely captivating, and the rough edges from the analogue recording only add to its appeal. Really beautifully done.

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Thanks Rebsie &mdash 03/06/08 - 05:42:49 PM
That means a lot coming from you! Your list is pretty amazing and gives one a serious goal to shoot for!

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Dear Mark &mdash 03/06/08 - 05:45:08 PM
I am so touched by the story...
The song is simply wonderful, everything about it. The way how it is played, how sung, how arranged, but the most beautiful of all is that love of your dad for you and your love for him which is just shining out of the song. It is so captivating.
Wonderful....


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right then mark &mdash 03/06/08 - 05:50:14 PM
back again ... fav r u!

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ceilidh and davis... &mdash 03/06/08 - 06:10:36 PM
thanks so much for the listen.

He was an interesting man with many interests. I wish I could live up to his expectations of me.

It's like the saying: I'm just trying to be the person my dog believes I am... Sometimes I feel that way about my Dad.

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Nothin' wrong &mdash 03/06/08 - 06:24:48 PM
with your voice mate and lovely harmonies.
Very nicely played too - and a very heartfelt description. Very enjoyable.
Cheers
Len



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sweet story &mdash 03/06/08 - 08:53:12 PM
This is a wonderful story. I am such a big "Daddy's Girl" even now at age 48 and this touched me. Regardless of how you recorded it and when...you did a great job. I think any father would have been very proud. You sing and perform very well. Thanks for sharing this with us.

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Great &mdash 03/07/08 - 05:10:57 AM
Good guitar on this one.... Has a great sound... It has a deep sound... And is touching.... Good music... Thanks for sharing this....

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Toching! &mdash 03/09/08 - 11:14:17 AM
Hello Mark.Stopped by to say thank you for leaving me a comment on"Not my guide".I have to say I loved "Fennario",veryyyyyyyy toching.My heart melt..although it is so sad about you father.sorry!

A great job!!!!

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This is a wonderful gift to your father &mdash 03/09/08 - 11:59:47 PM
My father died when I was 10. As you can imagine, the story behind your recording of this song was very touching to me. Thanks for including the context - it means a great deal to the enjoyment of this song, which you did a very nice job on. Your vocals work very well here.

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sweet story, sweet music &mdash 03/10/08 - 05:15:39 PM
Despite the bit of clipping and light dropouts on the tape (which adds to the warmth)... what a heartfelt offering from a son to a father. I once painstakingly hand-entered a symphonic piece my dad wrote in college, and recently got the computer to play it for him, he had NEVER heard it played. That has been a very touching connection for us, as he is now ailing too. Thank you for sharing this bit of yourself with us! Great playing and singing.
ttfn,
Drakonis

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This is SO LOVELY &mdash 03/10/08 - 05:22:51 PM
wow - this is sadly, sweetly, thoughtfully beautiful. Great vocals, love the guitar - thanks!

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Wow so this is M.H. &mdash 03/10/08 - 05:25:15 PM
I love this type of music and your voice is made for itm what a wonderful song and the harmonies is so pretty, I look forward to hearing more your music

When I picked up the guitar he used sit for hours and listen to me play absolutely nothing of any real interest. When I was done he would tell me how much he enjoyed listening to me play. No one was ever more supportive of my music than him.----------I loved reading this, very touching :D

_Tom

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Moving... &mdash 03/12/08 - 05:53:29 PM
...song and story. Even though my father was a bastard, I can still appreciate it. You're lucky to have had him while you did--it's nice that he had a genuine interest in and love for what you did.:)

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touching &mdash 03/14/08 - 05:12:59 PM
moving and heartfelt......your vocal must have been soothing to your father....thanks for sharing your thoughts and music.....

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Again &mdash 03/14/08 - 06:59:47 PM
Again, great stuff. Reminds me of a lost Simon and Garfunkel song. Love it.

LL

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Thank you all &mdash 03/16/08 - 09:36:50 AM
For the wonderful comments. I still get choked up when I play this... Funny to listen to my own stuff but sometimes this just gets a listen because I'm thinking of my Dad.

I was lucky that my father while he made many mistakes was generally a good man and most of all a loving father. Our family was a mess with his job and my mom being terminally ill for 20 years but still his love shone through.

There is so much talent posting in just this one song. I mean Feter, Rebsie, ceilidh, davisa, lengold, etc... I feel like I got an audition with the heavyweights! Wow...

Seriously when I post a song I always go and listen to the works of the people that comment and I'm seriously stunned at how good people are and how far along home recording as come.

Most of the stuff blows me a way and seriously makes me wonder why I purchase some of the crap on iTunes when there is so much amazing music here on MJ alone!

You guys are all great. Every one of you and I want to thank you for the support, the listen and the comments!

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Bolder than me &mdash 03/19/08 - 06:59:50 AM
Really seemed like you bared all. The story, the acoustic guitar, and the fact that you put your vocals right up front there really gave a sense of insight into the soul of the song writer. Very listenable but might be something that I would have to be in the mood for. I agree with others - sounds Simon and Garfunkel-ish.

DG

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Great recording &mdash 03/20/08 - 07:54:08 AM
and a very touching story I can relate to. I lost my Dad in 1999 and wish I had found more time for him through the years. Ours wasn't an easy relationship - but I might have done something to change that I suppose.
I think your voice sounds wonderful on this recording by the way - and I'm sure your Dad was very moved by your thoughtfulness.

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How lovely &mdash 03/22/08 - 07:49:27 AM

you sing you have a great voice and you play the guitar really well. I am still learning to play mine and my Harp but I am determined to learn so who knows haha
This is a lovely song, and you sang it with such emotion.
I can also see why your dear father was very proud of you as well Mark as Rebsie said, also a very touching moving story.
Tthanks for sharing your great music. I always got time to listen to awsome artists such as yourself too. Meeow. lol
cheers
Pecae Dee.



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This is good! &mdash 03/25/08 - 08:33:50 AM
The description tells it all and it was wonderful you did this for your father!

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Well done &mdash 03/25/08 - 04:49:14 PM
Your voice is soooo much better than mine. you have nothing to be ashamed about with your singing.

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I really like this &mdash 04/19/08 - 12:33:07 PM
I think you did a great job.

The vocals fit the song well!

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Mark seriously &mdash 06/10/08 - 09:21:16 PM
You made me cry and I haven't even listened to the song yet! This is beautiful - another testament to your wonderfulness as a human being. Full of tenderness and love. It sounds really good - nice instrument sounds, great vocals. You did a wonderful job on this. Truly a treasure for you to keep in memory of your father. Thank you for sharing this.

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