Marbhrann do dh'Iain Ruadh Pìobair
Contributors
Fieldworkers
Date
02 December 1966
Track ID
64906
Part 1
Track Information
Original Track ID
SA1966.107
Original Tape ID
Summary
An elegy to John MacQueen, a piper from South Uist. The elegy was composed by Gilleasbuig na Ciotaig (Archibald MacDonald), for the piper while he was still alive. His musicality is praised most highly in the song, as is his strength, ability as a swimmer, dancer and athlete.
Item Notes
Recorded between 2-5 December 1966. 7 verses. Composed by Gilleasbuig na Ciotaig
Item Subject/Person
Iain Ruadh Pìobaire (John MacQueen of South Uist)
Recording Location
County - Argyllshire
Parish - Tiree
Island - Tiree
Village/Place - West Hynish
Item Location
County - Inverness-shire
Parish - South Uist
Island - South Uist
Language
Gaelic
Genre
Collection
Source Type
Reel to reel
Audio Quality
Good