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Flower of Scotland: Roy Williamson, My Father by Karen Williamson (Paperback, 1993)
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Kay Williamson writes of life growing up as the daughter of Roy Williamson, one of Scotland's most famous folk-duo, The Corries. The singer, musician and composer of the Scottish anthem Flower of Scotland , he died prematurely in 1990, after a career spanning three decades. She draws from personal memories of her childhood onwards, as well as those of others, including singer Paddie Bell. It covers the formation of The Corries in the 1960s, and their successful career. It also describes her childhood, which was peopled with stars such as Barbara Dickson, The Chieftains, Marianne Faithful, The Dubliners, The Fureys, The Incredible String Band, and The Clancy's. Karen portrays their father-daughter relationship, and the impact of fame on the whole family. The trauma of Roy Williamson's final days with a brain tumour are balanced with happier recollection.Product Identifiers
PublisherBalnain Books
ISBN-139781872557274
eBay Product ID (ePID)90420921
Product Key Features
Book TitleFlower of Scotland: Roy Williamson, My Father
AuthorKaren Williamson
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
TopicTraditional Folk Music
Publication Year1993
GenreBiographies & True Stories
Number of Pages256 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height225mm
Item Width156mm
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorKaren Williamson
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
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- 18 Nov, 2024
The Title being the songtitle of one of the many songs he wrote and it is most fitting for the title of his biography.
Written by the daughter of late great Roy Williamson of The Corries Scottish Folk group, it delves into his past through friends and fellow musicians. She gives clear insight into many of his quicky habits, the people he jammed with in the privacy of his own home, how the band met and formed. She spent a lot of time travelling and meeting people, including his fellow Corrie, Ronnie Brown who also wrote his own book about the time and with many memories of Roy, A book well worth reading for all those interested in Scottish folk music.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 Dec, 2023
Brilliant read
A brilliant read for any Corries fan. Sad towards the end. Why ? You will just have to buy it and see.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
