School: Ráth Ó gCormaic (C.), Carraig na Siúire

Location:
Rathgormuck, Co. Waterford
Teacher:
Eibhlín, Bean Uí Dhálaigh
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  1. Amhráin (continued)

    Ye Gaelics of this bounty

    (continued from previous page)
    And pulled their colours down.
    The match mentioned in this song was played about fifty years ago. The Rathgormack and Clonea team were joined together and they used always win. John Casey R.I.P. of Ballyknock, Carrick-on-Suir played in this match also John Nugent and Jim Walsh who are now living in Ballinafina. Killmulrin was a name sometimes given to Carrick beg, Co Waterford. St. Mullerin is the patron Saint of Carrick Beg.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
  2. Amhráin

    The beauty of Summer is over

    The beauty of Summer is over,
    And the Winter is approaching again,
    The sun it is gently shining
    Through the trees in the wild Mahon Glen.
    The blackbird will sing there in the evening
    And go peacefully to rest when its dark,
    For he who disturbs them while sleeping,
    Is gone and will never come back."
    This is part of a song written by Rob Weldon. The Mahon river is near
    (continues on next page)
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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