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Traditional Songs and Ballads

Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger
Traditional Songs and Ballads

Released in 1964, Traditional Songs and Ballads is just one of the many joint recordings made by Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger. Both grew up in musical families (Peggy is half—sister to famed folk musician Pete Seeger), and they became two of the most influential figures of the British folk song revival of the 1960s. Together, they traveled the world performing and promoting folk music, emphasizing and maintaining its connection to grassroots activism. Traditional Songs and Ballads features music from the British Isles, including two ballads originally collected by the noted folklorist Francis James Child. Liner notes include historical information about the songs as well as lyrics and glossaries.

Track Listing

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As I Came by Fisherrow Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 01:31
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Spinning Wheel Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 04:19
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My Apron Now Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 04:01
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Tibbie Fowler Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 02:58
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The Beggar Laddie (Child No. 280) Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 05:50
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The Weary Pund O'Tow Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 03:38
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The Baron O'Leys (Child No. 241) Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 02:27
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202
Earl of Errol Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 06:10
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203
The Shepherd and His Wife Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 02:38
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204
Fare Ye Well Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 02:15
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Johnny Lad Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 03:07
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Blythesome Bridal Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 04:17
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The Braes O'Balquither Ewan MacColl and Peggy Seeger 02:24