Most everyone is familiar with the melody… traditionally performed when the clock strikes twelve on New Year’s Eve. But did you know that the words of this immortal song are actually from a poem written by Scottish poet Robert Burns in 1788? And when first put to music, it had a slightly different, less jubilant melody? I prefer this original arrangement, performed here by Mairi Campbell, a Scottish singer and musician. I think it's lovely, even a bit haunting, and more in keeping with the meaning of the words. Happy New Year everyone.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
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