Beautiful Dreamer

Beautiful Dreamer was written in 1864 by Stephen Foster, near the end of his life. It was published shortly after his death and became one of his most enduring songs, moving from parlor performance into the broader American song tradition. The song has been recorded by artists such as Bing Crosby, Roy Orbison, and Jerry Lee Lewis, reflecting its continued presence across styles and generations. This performance is presented with voice and acoustic guitar. Song: Beautiful Dreamer Written by: Stephen Foster (1864), United States Performance: Jason Paul – voice & guitar