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Richard Dyer-Bennet, Volume 7: Beethoven Scottish and Irish Songs

Richard Dyer-Bennet
Richard Dyer-Bennet, Volume 7: Beethoven Scottish and Irish Songs

Richard Dyer-Bennet (1913–1991) played a major role in the folk music revival of the 1950s and 1960s. He founded his own record label in 1955 in order to maintain artistic control over the sound quality, repertory, and style of his performances. His meticulously cultivated vocal style, high tenor range, and his studied delivery of poetic text attracted adoring audiences across North America and Europe.

In performing these songs arranged by Beethoven, Dyer-Bennet has set aside his guitar and is accompanied by violin, cello, and piano, creating an intriguing listening experience.

Liner notes provide information on the origin of the Beethoven arrangements and the complete song lyrics.

Track Listing

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Faithfu' Johnie Richard Dyer-Bennet 03:52
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102
On the Massacre of Glencoe Richard Dyer-Bennet 05:37
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103
Bonnie Laddie, Highland Laddie Richard Dyer-Bennet 02:00
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104
Sunset Richard Dyer-Bennet 03:55
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105
The Lovely Lass of Inverness Richard Dyer-Bennet 03:22
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106
The Pulse of an Irishman Richard Dyer-Bennet 02:47
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201
Once More I Hail Thee Richard Dyer-Bennet 04:29
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202
Morning a Cruel Turmoiler Is Richard Dyer-Bennet 02:50
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203
The Morning Air Plays on My Face Richard Dyer-Bennet 02:29
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204
The Return to Ulster Richard Dyer-Bennet 04:33
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205
Oh, Who My Dear Dermot Richard Dyer-Bennet 02:45
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206
Again My Lyre Richard Dyer-Bennet 04:39