The Douglas Tragedy
Contributors
Date
21 February 1987
Track ID
78714
Part 1
Track Information
Original Track ID
SA1987.10.1
Original Tape ID
Summary
Betsy Whyte sings three verses to illustrate the tune, which was a favourite in her family. Her mother's father made up his own words to it, which Betsy's mother used to sing to chide her family. Betsy refuses to sing these words because they are too vulgar.
Recording Location
County - Angus
Parish - Montrose
Village/Place - Montrose
Language
English, Scots
Genre
Collection
Source Type
Reel to reel
Audio Quality
Good