Fantasy on the folk song "A poor wayfaring stranger"

The piece is based on an old, very popular folksong which is probably of American origin. The Wayfaring Stranger sings of the hardships of his temporal life passing by and refers to his journeying on to a better place where he will be reunited with his loved ones. The Fantasy catches the mood of the folksong but also includes a “Crazy Barn Dance” in Blue Grass style.