A renowned musicologist presents 100 folksongs from across Britain, arranged for medium voice and piano. Examples of the finest English folk traditions include Henry Martin, Robin Hood and the Tanner, Barbara Ellen, Lord Rendal, Scarborough Fair, Botany Bay, and scores of others. Each song inc... read more
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A renowned musicologist presents 100 folksongs from across Britain, arranged for medium voice and piano. Examples of the finest English folk traditions include Henry Martin, Robin Hood and the Tanner, Barbara Ellen, Lord Rendal, Scarborough Fair, Botany Bay, and scores of others. Each song includes notes on variations and historical allusions.
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