British and American folksongs and ballads with Martin Best, guitar
"...a ringing authority that at moments I find quite startling."--folklorist Douglas Kennedy
The artistry of John Langstaff is celebrated in this stunning recording of some of the finest British and American ballads and folksongs. Whether supported by guitarist Martin Best's tasteful renderings of Cecil Sharp's piano accompaniments or singing a capella, Langstaff's sensitive performance of these songs is a rare treat for the listener. The 16 selections were originally recorded in 1964 for EMI.
See a review in All Music Guide
The artistry of John Langstaff is celebrated in this stunning recording of some of the finest British and American ballads and folksongs. Whether supported by guitarist Martin Best's tasteful renderings of Cecil Sharp's piano accompaniments or singing a capella, Langstaff's sensitive performance of these songs is a rare treat for the listener. The 16 selections were originally recorded in 1964 for EMI.
See a review in All Music Guide
Songlist
Hear samples from select pieces.
1.
The False Knight
2.
The Little Turtle Dove
3.
Seventeen Come Sunday
4.
Sir Patrick Spens
7.
The Crawfish Man's Street Cry
9.
The Golden Vanity
12.
John Barleycorn
13.
The Jolly Ploughboy
14.
St. James Hospital
15.
The Brisk Young Widow
16.
Six Dukes Went a-Fishing