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Podcast: Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
Episode: 12 Sweet William/Father Father Build Me A Boat/A sailors Life
Description: In today’s podcast I will look at the song Sweet William also known under several other titles including Father, Build Me A Boat, A Sailor’s Life, and Early, Early in the Spring.I will look at the known background to the song, its printing history and development.I will sing samples of the tune linked to the song and end with a full performance.Â