This page contains articles provided by TSF members about traditional songs and about the singers of traditional songs. As with other sections on this website, further articles would be welcomed.
West Gallery Choirs: Evidence from Lucy Broadwood’s Letters
In this article by Lewis Jones you can read a description of West Gallery Choirs as Lucy Broadwood knew them.
Sacred Harp
‘American Shape-note Hymns Cross the Atlantic’ by Lewis Jones
The following tune accompanies the article:
Young Henry the Poacher / Pilgrim
Roll over Beethoven
Dig that Celtic Folk! by Lewis Jones
The following tune accompanies the article:
Oh! Who, My Dear Dermott?
Musical Tradition in Live Sport
A examination of an unusual branch of the folk arts by George Frampton
The Songs of Bill Smith
Andrew Smith writes about his father, his memories and the songs that Andy collected from him
Where’s that song from?
Steve Gardham‘s presentation from the ‘Broadside Day’ (26 Feb 2011) in which he outlines the history of printed songs and the ways in which they entered the repertoire of traditional singers.