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Podcast: Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
Episode: The Cruel Mother
Description: A singers view of the song The Cuel Mother, A tale of an unmarried mother, murder, and remorse , looking at its background, origin and the various versions and tunes with sung examples. It will end with a full performance of the song. Further information: Broadside: a published song sold on the streets - usually one-sided page (hence broadside). #nickcaffrey #folkmusic #traditionalmusic #cruelmother #fineflowersinthevalley #maidandthepalmer #broadside #cecilsharp #irishtradition #ghost www.caffreymcgurkmadge.com