Cha Bhi Mi Buan 's Tu Bhith Bhuam
Fieldworkers
Date
Track ID
1357
Part 1
Track Information
Original Track ID
SA1952.128.1b
Original Tape ID
Summary
In this woman's love song, the composer says she will not live long if the man she loves is away from her. She tells of her sadness as she watches for his ship, knowing he will be at the helm. She also praises his skill as a seaman.
Item Notes
Transcribed in the School of Scottish Studies. 6 couplets sung plus 3-line choruses at the beginning and after each couplet. ABA refrain.
Language
Gaelic
Genre
Collection
Source Type
Reel to reel
Audio Quality
Good