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Tha am fear-naidheachd a' bruidhinn ris an fhear-chiùil ainm...

Date
Track ID 94442
Part 1

Track Information

Original Tape ID

Program Choinnich 30.03.2004

Summary

The reporter interviews the great musician Fergie MacDonald. Aspects of his own life are examined in light of a recently published autobiography, 'Fergie: Memoirs of a Musical Legend'. Many topics are discussed, including: Childhood; The start of his accordion playing; Religious beliefs; Schooling in Fort William; The first band he was in; College in Glasgow; Famous musicians; How the BBC dealt with him; His battle with the bottle; How he stopped playing, and started again; His children; Witty anecdotes.

Language

Gaelic

Collection

BBC

Source Type

Cd

Audio Quality

Good