“Benbraddon Brae”

Description

The singer, going through Benbraddon hill, hears the sheepbells and the foxhunt. Stopping, he sees the boys and girls courting. He praises the beauty of the place, and recalls the parties among the fields and flowers

References

  1. SHenry H572, pp. 159-160, "Benbraddon Brae" (1 text, 1 tune)
  2. Roud #9215
  3. BI, HHH572

About

Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1934 (Sam Henry collection)
Keywords: home nonballad
Found in: Ireland