A singers view of the song Polly Vaughan/Molly Bawn, a song of accidental death, remorse, and a ghostly visit; looking at its background, origin and the various versions and tunes with sung examples. It will end with a full performace of the song.
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Broadside: a published song sold on the streets - usually one-sided page (hence broadside).
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