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Recorded in 1956 by Helen Creighton, this record captures the individualistic spirit of the island peoples of Nova Scotia. Though the majority of Nova Scotia's residents are of British descent (as is represented on this recording), many other ethnic groups also contribute to the thriving folk tradition of Nova Scotia that is captured on this recording From Acadian French and Scot-Irish populations to Micmac Indian tribe. The stunning vocals of these folk musicians are accompanied at times by fiddle, bag pipes, and occasional piano. Album Tracks 1. Jocky to the Fair 2. The Banks of Claudy 3. Mo Dhachaidh 4. Captain Conrod 5. New Year's and Children's Verse in German 6. The Welcome Table 7. Micmac Indian War Song 8. Acadian Lullaby 9. Matin Je Me Leve, Un 10. Chanson D'un Soldat 11. Acadian Dance Tune 12. Chin Music 13. Lord Gordon's Reel 14. Rafferty's Reel and Calls 15. Paddy in London 16. Old Tune Played on the Mouth Organ 17. Lady Gowrie 18. Moose and Bear Calls 19. Sally Around the Corner O / Rio Grande / Leave Her Johnny, Leave Her / Goodbye, Fare You Well / Hangman Johnny / Haul the Alabama Bowline (Medley) 20. Rain, Rain the Wind Does Blow 21. The False Knight Upon the Road 22. I'm Going to Get Married 23. The Red Mantle 24. His Jacket Was Blue 25. The Gay Spanish Maid
