Moladh Chlann Dòmhnaill
Track Information
Original Track ID
CW0085.333
Original Tape ID
Summary
Donald, son of Finlay, is told by the bard that he was quite correct in praising the MacDonalds and their land. The bard goes on to praise the spirit of the people, and the heroes of the clan. Few in Europe could match them in battle. Sir James MacDonald, Clanranald, and other branches of the MacDonald clan are specifically praised. There are references to the early history of the clan, and some of those who would support them in time of need are named.
Item Notes
17 (8-line) verses sung. The song was composed by John MacCodrum (1693 - 1779)
See:
'The Songs of John MacCodrum' (W. Matheson ed., 1938) p. 124
'The Uist Collection' (A. MacDonald ed., 1894) p. 77
Item Subject/Person
Clann Dhòmhnaill
Recording Location
County - Inverness-shire
Parish - Small Isles
Island - Canna
Language
Gaelic
Genre
Collection
Source Type
Wire
Audio Quality
Good