Doon da Rooth
Track Information
Original Track ID
SA1958.62.10
Original Tape ID
Summary
This is a tune from Unst, 'Doon da Rooth', which has the unusual time signature of 21/8. It is played by Tom Anderson on the fiddle.
Opinion varies as to whether the tune had words to it at one time; some say it may have been a boating song.
Recording Location
County - Midlothian
Parish - Edinburgh
Language
English, Gaelic, Scots
Genre
Collection
Source Type
Reel to reel
Audio Quality
Good