Song composed and sung by Henry Gale of Ramsey about the Isle of Man, along with recorded hymns
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Date(s): between 1950 and 1970
Scope & Content: Henry Gale, aged 87, sings his song. The song describes a man sitting by the fire when another man with a gramophone asks to record his song in exchange for a pound; singer ‘Billy Philip’, proper name is Killip born and bred in Sulby, church bell ringer and noted carval singer; needed to go to Liverpool to record song; and the song describes travelling on the Isle of Man Steam Packet and singing.
There follows other recordings: hymn with piano; male solo with piano; choir with piano; choir singing a hymns.
Language: English
Extent: 25 min. 57 sec.
Item name: magnetic recording tape
Collection: Sound Archive
Level: ITEM
ID number: SA 0165
Access conditions: All reasonable attempt has been made by Manx National Heritage to trace and request permission (where needed) from the copyright holder(s) in this sound recording. If however you think you are a rights holder then please contact Manx National Heritage.
Subject tags : #UOSH