A classic recording by Bobby Crowe and his Band of the music for the first book of dances published by the RSCDS in 1924. Bobby Crowe brings to life this historic recording, and what better way to start (or round off) your collection. Note that the recording for Strip the Willow/Drops of Brandy is in 6/8 time. A recording in 9/8 time is available on the CD for Book 33.

Musicians:

Bobby Crowe- Accordion | James Lindsay-Accordion | Angus Fitchet-Violin | Peter Straughan-Piano | Dave Barclay-Bass | Colin Lander-Drums

Petronella (8×32 Reel)
The Triumph (8×24 Reel)
Circassian Circle (8×32 Reel)
The Nut (8×24 Jig)
Meg Merrilees (8 x24 Reel)
Flowers of Edinburgh (8×32 Reel)
Strip the Willow or Drops of Brandy (8×40 Jig in 6/8 Time)
Duke of Perth or Pease Strae or Broun’s Reel (8×32 Reel)
Rory O’ More (8×32 Jig)
Fight about the Fireside (8×32 Reel)
Cumberland Reel (8×32 Jig)
Merry Lads of Ayr (8×32 Reel)