It was a chill October morning at the Auguste Inn on the borders of the Undiscovered West. As I sat in my room on the second story, I heard a familiar tune as old as Equestria itself. I looked out the window and saw the three young travelers rowing on the water. They were cheerily singing the song they showed me the day before on the shores of the river.







It was a walking song they penned on their journey. Apparently, they made it up on the spot, minds racing as they thought up rhymes and rhythms to fit the ancient melody heard in a lonely tavern. At that moment, inspiration struck me. I took out a sizable stack of unmarked manuscript paper, prepared my quill and ink, and feverishly set pen to paper. The next evening, after they had continued their quest and we said our farewells, I transcribed their melody and arranged it. I had to work in haste and I shortened one of the verses to keep it simple, but nevertheless I was content with the finished product as of now. I look forward to showing them our creation when they return.





I’d like to dedicate this song transcription to my fellow Adventurers, and to dSana for such a beautiful, wonderful picture!





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The Autumn Road



Melody Here - vimeo.com/244631186





Lyrics: Twilight Sparkle, Spike the Dragon, and Pinkamena (Pinkie) Diane Pie

Music: Mid Pre-Classical folk melody, attributed to Clover the Clever

Arranger and Conductor: Elijah Muldoon (TheWayfaringWanderer)

Performed by the Vanhoover Symphony Orchestra





(Twilight)





On the Autumn Road, Through lonely land we wander,

The way that draws us onward, Away from hearth and home.

In the morning light, With a crisp, cool wind behind us.

And those we love beside us, To horizons yet unknown.





Over the hill and over dale,

‘Cross the rolling plain.

Through the forests of gold and crimson rose,

O’er fields of harvest grain, again.

Sail the running river wide.

Tread the fen and fold!

Let us follow the way and seize the day

Upon the Autumn Road.





Out upon the Autumn Road.





(Pinkie)





On the Autumn Road, in a town was a royal jester.

No bard could ever best her, In song and dance and joke.

Yet behind her smile, Was a sad and a wishful pony,

Who wanted one thing only: ’twas to pack her things and go.





Out of the town and through the gate,

Quickly the jester fled.

For the call of the Road was stronger so

Than the warmth of her feather bed, she said.





Now she adventures with her friends,

Far and away from home.

For she could not ignore what lay in store

Upon the Autumn Road.





(Twilight and Pinkie)

Out Upon the Autumn Road.





(Spike)





On the Autumn Road, There travels a mighty dragon

Who often falls to braggin’ heroic deeds of old.

Known throughout the land, For his tales of grand adventure.

Of swords and quests and treasure, Of accomplishments so bold.





Hither and yon he travels on,

Through the mellow land.

O’er hills and plains, in the Autumn haze,

With a merry, traveling band at hand.





Bravely forth the dragon rides!

Onward he will go!

Singing loud and clear for all to hear,

Upon the Autumn Road.





(All)

Out Upon the Autumn Road!





*****Bridge*****





(Spike)

Come and take the Autumn Journey

On the Road where few have tread.





(Twilight)

Let us leave our home behind us.

For the World’s around the bend.





(Pinkie)

We shall meet whatever awaits us,

What adventure lies in store.





(All)

As we wander, as we travel,

Out upon the Autumn Road!



*****End of Bridge*****





Let us raise a toast, To the Journey that lies before us!

And sing a mighty chorus, To stories yet untold!





(Pinkie Pie)

Who knows what life will bring?

(Spike)

But we’ll always have each other!

(Twilight to Spike)

And love for one another.

(All)

Let the journey now unfold!





(All)





Over the hill and over dale,

‘Cross the rolling plain.

Through the forests of gold and crimson rose,

O’er the fields of harvest grain, again.





Sail the running river wide.

Tread the fen and fold!

Let us sing with cheer to the ending year,

Upon the Autumn Road.





Out upon the Autumn Road!