Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
A brief look at the history and tunes linked to popular traditional songs and ballads
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
5 The Silkie of Sule Skerry
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Nick Caffrey
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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Today’s podcast looks at the ballad The Great Silkie of Sule Skerry often referred to as The Silkie or The Norway Maid. I will look at its background and printing history. Sing samples of the different tunes and versions, and end on a full performance