Bonaparte's Retreat
Bonaparte's Retreat
Doc Watson
Bryan Sutton
Reno & Smiley
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About This Song
Bonaparte's Retreat is a classic fiddle tune that's been a staple of old-time and bluegrass music for generations. Doc Watson's flatpicked version helped popularize it in bluegrass circles, and it remains a jam session favorite. The tune has a driving, melodic quality that makes it fun for all instruments.