Somewhere Over The Rainbow, 1939

[Rene Asologuitar]

Yes, Iz, the late great Hawaiian singer & ukelele player did a wonderful version of this.

Hi @rockinstephen Stephen,
Truly a huge loss for all of us.
IZ has an amazing voice, and such a warm heart.
Thanks for this beautiful comments!
With love and respect,
Rene

 

[Rene Asologuitar]

Al Bowlly also recorded it on 21 December 1939. He was killed during the London Blitz in 1940. He was the guitarist in The Ray Noble Orchestra. He's best known these days for 'Midnight, The Stars and You' from the movie 'The Shining', based on Stephen King's novel.

Hi @telestratosonic ,
I just opened up Al Bowlly's recording of this classic song, and I am so glad I did.
This is the first time I heard his voice and his version, and he is an exquisite singer.
Thanks!!!
Rene

 

[telestratosonic]

Hi @telestratosonic ,
I just opened up Al Bowlly's recording of this classic song, and I am so glad I did.
This is the first time I heard his voice and his version, and he is an exquisite singer.
Thanks!!!
Rene

Hi, Rene. I wasn't aware of him until I saw The Shining. He had an interesting, albeit short, life. He was quite famous apparently, and still has quite a following. I was surprised that I (I'm 73) had never heard of him until The Shining.
Love your covers by the way. Jim

 

[Rene Asologuitar]

Hi, Rene. I wasn't aware of him until I saw The Shining. He had an interesting, albeit short, life. He was quite famous apparently, and still has quite a following. I was surprised that I (I'm 73) had never heard of him until The Shining.
Love your covers by the way. Jim

Hi Jim,
@telestratosonic ,
I have to start paying attention, myself.
I do not think I have seen The Shining, and will have to dig into Al Bowlly and his music.
You are so appreciated, my friend, and pls keep in touch!!!
Keep warm, and stay healthy, Alberta Canada!!!
Thank you!!!
Respectfully,
Rene

 

[Rene Asologuitar]

I never realized how beautiful the words were until Linda sang it. The Left Banke sang it back in the 60s and they tried to apply a bit of R&R to it and I strongly don't think it worked. I paid no attention to it till Linda sang it and it just really stuck in my head. Anyway, the key of C makes it easy to play, common open position chords.

Linda Rondstapt is truly an icon, and covering this song is a must study, still working, no worries!
Christmas time just keeps us all running out of time, just relax and enjoy the season!
Merry Christmas, ASATKat!!!
Warm regards,
Rene

 

[Rene Asologuitar]

Great stuff Rene; wish I had your voice buddy.

Hi decker,
How could have I missed your post!!!
You are so awesome, and you are so m much appreciated, my friend!!!
Love your wonderful comments, always!!!
Pls stay safe and keep healthy!!!
Warm regards,
Rene

 

[suthol]

That is so nice and a wonderful tribute to your friend as others have said, your best so far the key, the arrangement and feel really suit your voice.

If you weigh a whale at a whale weigh station where do you weigh a pie.

I'll get my coat

 

[suthol]

Great Song! Although I don't sing it I play it on my fiddle and the melody is soothing to my soul. You can play it anywhere and people will stop and listen.

Maybe you need to have a chat with Rene for a collaboration on this in my head I can hear the fiddle drifting back and forth from the melody/root to the diatonic 3rd.

 

[Rene Asologuitar]

That is so nice and a wonderful tribute to your friend as others have said, your best so far the key, the arrangement and feel really suit your voice.

If you weigh a whale at a whale weigh station where do you weigh a pie.

I'll get my coat

Hi @suthol ,
Your funny question is sooo goooood!
Initially, I am not able to get the answer, but the more I say it, the clearer it becomes, very good!
I am so grateful for this post, and lovely comment!!!
Especially love the "arrangement and feel"!!!
You are so kind and so awesome!!!
Thank you!!!
Respectfully,
Rene

 

[Rene Asologuitar]

Maybe you need to have a chat with Rene for a collaboration on this in my head I can hear the fiddle drifting back and forth from the melody/root to the diatonic 3rd.

You are so awesome, @suthol !!!
Your collab recommendation is so loved!
And I am impressed with he diatonic 3rd voicing.
Is this the normal harmony "go-to" voicing?
I am lacking in music theory, and I love your comment!!!
And @Tom Grattan , is so appreciated, the fiddle is always a cherished sound!!!
Thank you so much, my friends!!!
Respectfully,
Rene

 

[Rene Asologuitar]

"Over the Rainbow" is a ballad by Harold Arlen with lyrics by Yip Harburg. It was written for the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz, in which it was sung by actress Judy Garland in her starring role as Dorothy Gale. It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and became Garland's signature song.
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Thank you for your love and support,
@thechad
@Flip G
@belleswell ,

You guys are so appreciated, and so loved!!!
Your responses mean so much to me, and I thank you!!!
With love and respect,
Rene

 

[Rene Asologuitar]

"Over the Rainbow" is a ballad by Harold Arlen with lyrics by Yip Harburg. It was written for the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz, in which it was sung by actress Judy Garland in her starring role as Dorothy Gale. It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and became Garland's signature song.

Thank you @tery !!!
You are so loved!
Your support means so much to me!!!
With love and respect,
Rene

 

[suthol]

You are so awesome, @suthol !!!

And I am impressed with the diatonic 3rd voicing.
Is this the normal harmony "go-to" voicing?
I am lacking in music theory, and I love your comment!!!
And @Tom Grattan , is so appreciated, the fiddle is always a cherished sound!!!
Thank you so much, my friends!!!
Respectfully,
Rene

It's where the secret sauce lives, because it is close to the melody and moves around where the 5th is reliable like an old pair of slippers

 

[Rene Asologuitar]

"Over the Rainbow" is a ballad by Harold Arlen with lyrics by Yip Harburg. It was written for the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz, in which it was sung by actress Judy Garland in her starring role as Dorothy Gale. It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and became Garland's signature song.

Thank you so much for your love and support @trandy9850 , @howardlo !!!
You guys are so appreciated, and loved!!!
Respectfully,
Rene

 

[Rene Asologuitar]

It's where the secret sauce lives, because it is close to the melody and moves around where the 5th is reliable like an old pair of slippers

You are so awesome, and your musical expertise is loved and appreciated.
I also missed my visit to beautiful Australia, and I have only been to Western Australia!
Perth, and its surrounding areas.
Thank you for your support, my friend!!!
Respectfully,
Rene

 

[Rene Asologuitar]

"Over the Rainbow" is a ballad by Harold Arlen with lyrics by Yip Harburg. It was written for the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz, in which it was sung by actress Judy Garland in her starring role as Dorothy Gale. It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and became Garland's signature song.

Thank you so very much for the love and support!
I am so grateful, @ASATKat , @NWinther !!!
You are simply so awesome, and so appreciated!!!
Respectfully,
Rene

 

[badscrew_projects]

"Over the Rainbow" is a ballad by Harold Arlen with lyrics by Yip Harburg. It was written for the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz, in which it was sung by actress Judy Garland in her starring role as Dorothy Gale. It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and became Garland's signature song.

Dedicated to my best friend, Sergio Nabatar Jr aka Jok-Jok, who I have not seen for a long time. This is his favorite song, playing with his ukulele.
Also, dedicated to all peoples looking for a hope and peace in this troubled world.

Truly great!