Hebridean Folk Songs: Waulking Songs from Vatersay, Barra, Eriskay, South Uist and Benbecula

The Hebridean Folksongs, a classic three-volume set, contains 135 songs related to the waulking of homespun tweed cloth in the Hebridean isles. It includes songs collected by Donald MacCormick in South Uist in 1893 and recordings by John Lorne Campbell between 1938 and 1965. The translations and notes are by John Lorne Campbell, and the musical transcriptions are by Francis Collinson. The songs are from well-known singers of their generation, showcasing the rich tradition of Hebridean music.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 400 pages
\n Publication date: 04 October 2018
\n Publisher: John Donald Publishers Ltd
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The renowned three-volume set of Hebridean Folksongs, which has been newly reissued for the first time since their original publication in 1969, 1977, and 1981, encompasses a collection of 135 songs that are intricately linked to the traditional process of waulking homespun tweed cloth in the Hebridean islands. Volume 1 is based on a rich collection of waulking songs gathered by Donald MacCormick during his fieldwork in South Uist in 1893. Volumes 2 and 3, on the other hand, are compiled from the remarkable recordings made by John Lorne Campbell between 1938 and 1965 in various locations such as Barra, South Uist, Eriskay, and Benbecula. Notably, John Lorne Campbell has provided meticulous translations for all the songs featured in Volumes 2 and 3, as well as many in Volume 1, accompanied by comprehensive notes that offer insightful discussions about the songs' historical and cultural significance.

In addition to the translations, Francis Collinson's meticulous musical transcriptions and musicological analyses of these songs are invaluable contributions to the understanding and appreciation of the Hebridean Folksong tradition. The repertoire of these songs is drawn from the talents of several renowned singers of their generation, including Miss Annie Johnson, her brother Calum, and Miss Mary Morrison, all hailing from Barra. Other notable singers included Mrs. Neil Campbell from South Uist and Miss Nan MacKinnon from Vatersay.

The reissue of these classic three volumes of Hebridean Folksongs is a testament to the enduring legacy of this rich musical heritage and provides a valuable resource for scholars, musicians, and enthusiasts alike. It allows a new generation to discover the beauty and complexity of these songs, which are deeply rooted in the traditions and culture of the Hebridean islands.

\n Weight: 650g\n
Dimension: 230 x 196 x 24 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781910900031\n \n