Braveheart Tin Whistle Tune Notes

Braveheart Tin Whistle / Irish Flute Tab. From The Movie Braveheart. The first is ''A gift of a thistle'' which is also played on Bagpipes, and the second is "Outlawed tunes on outlawed pipes" . Both are played by Jean in the videos. These are simple letter notes and not sheet music.Braveheart sheet music notes for tin whistle also include the tune ''For The Love Of A Princess'' , I give two versions of the same tune, the first is for your D tuned tin whistle and the next version is for C. And the following piece of sheet music is for the Mandolin. The final tab is Love theme from Braveheart movie tab on 6 hole STL Ocarina. The guitar tab with chords now included plus the piano keyboard letter notes.

The theme tune from Braveheart, the 1995 film directed by and starring Mel Gibson, was composed by the legendary James Horner. The film is centered on the life and struggles of William Wallace, a Scottish warrior who led the fight for Scotland's independence from England in the late 13th century. The music, much like the film itself, is deeply emotional and evocative of Scotland’s landscape, history, and spirit.

Musical Features and Composition

Melancholic and Stirring Melody
- The main theme is characterized by a hauntingly beautiful melody, played on traditional instruments like the uilleann pipes (Irish bagpipes) or Highland pipes. This gives the music a distinctly Celtic feel, which reflects the film’s Scottish setting.
- The strings and woodwinds layer in, building the emotion and grandeur as the piece progresses.
Celtic and Orchestral Fusion
- Horner’s score masterfully blends traditional Celtic sounds with sweeping orchestral arrangements, combining the earthy, grounded feel of folk music with the epic scale of a historical drama.
- The harp, flutes, and pipes bring tenderness and nostalgia, while the orchestra provides a sense of triumph and loss.
Themes of Love and Freedom
- The score weaves together different motifs that represent key elements of the film:
  - Love Theme: Soft, tender sections symbolize the love story between Wallace and Murron.
  - Freedom Theme: The more triumphant, soaring sections represent Wallace’s fight for freedom and the indomitable spirit of the Scottish people.
  - Loss and Sacrifice: Melancholic tones are used to underscore the film’s tragic moments, particularly those of betrayal and sacrifice.

Symbolism and Emotional Impact

Patriotism and Independence: The music conveys a deep sense of national pride and longing for freedom, mirroring Wallace’s fight for Scotland’s liberation.
Romance and Nostalgia: The love theme reflects the emotional core of Wallace’s journey, with love being both his motivation and his loss.
Tragedy and Heroism: The somber tones remind listeners of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of freedom, while the uplifting crescendos celebrate Wallace’s enduring legacy.

Legacy and Cultural Impact

The Braveheart theme has become one of James Horner’s most beloved works and is often played at events, ceremonies, and even protests symbolizing freedom and resistance.
The score earned Horner widespread acclaim and played a significant role in the film’s Academy Award wins, including Best Original Score and Best Picture.
Its use of traditional instruments inspired other film composers to incorporate folk elements into epic scores.

"Outlawed tunes on outlawed pipes"[ letter notes ]
A D E F G F E D D(high) E E F E D B A F D E F E
A D E F G F E D D(high) E E F E D B A F D E F E D D
A D F G F D E F D F G F D E F E D D D
D D(high) C B A F D E F D E E F E D D
A D D(high) C D B G A D E F E D B A F D E F E D D D

A gift of a thistle
Intro :
F E D B C F

F A B C D F F B A E D E G F E D B A C B
(Bagpipes)
F A B D C D C B A A B

Braveheart tin whistle notes For The Love Of A Princess - Play this tune on your D whistle.

And below is another slightly different version, in D Major

Braveheart tin whistle sheet music notes score

Braveheart PDF For Download

The next tin whistle tab is the same tune as above but is set up to be played using your C tuned whistle only.

Braveheart sheet music notes for tin whistle

Below is the list of sheet music and tin whistle songs that are in my ebooks. This is the largest collection of tin whistle songs ever put together.[over 800 songs ] Including folk, pop and trad tunes plus German And French songs along with Christmas Carols.
All of the sheet music tabs have been made as easy to play as was possible.
The price of the ebooks is €7.50

Braveheart theme guitar tab and chords in D Major

Piano keyboard letter notes

PDF Ebook Of Letter Notes

Included below is the mandolin tab from Braveheart ''For The Love Of A Princess''.

Love theme from Braveheart movie tab on 6 hole Ocarina

Love theme from Braveheart movie tab on 6 hole Ocarina

Braveheart William Wallace