The first tune was allegedly written by fiddler James MacPherson in a prison cell on the eve of his execution in 1700 Banff, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Robert Burns wrote the lyrics for the song and Amy Leach composed the final tune.
credits
from Banff to Ancona (EP),
released June 3, 2018
James MacPherson/Amy Leach arr. Shona Mooney & Amy Leach
supported by 6 fans who also own “MacPherson's Rant/The Last Laugh”
Thanks for the beautiful music Karine and Dave. it's been a while since I've felt so emotional listening to a new album. Every lyric is so beautifully supported by the piano parts. Laura-Beth Salter
Old-fashioned fiddles harmonize with rippling synths on the Scottish singer-songwriter's latest collection of original folk songs. Bandcamp New & Notable Mar 30, 2022