Category Archives: folk music

Michael Parker – Renowned Musician, Songwriter 1958 – 2017

Michael Parker, one of Headmaster George Parker’s children, at the City of Coventry Boarding school, has sadly passed away. He was a successful musician and songwriter. His older sister, Aileen Parker, posted this message on Facebook – “Very sadly Michael, … Continue reading

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Dennis Crowther – Clee Hill Poet and Folk Musician

“CLEE HILL. AKA – “Dennis Crowther’s No. 1.” English, March (4/4 or 2/4 time). D Major. Standard Clee Hill tuning (fiddle). One part. Clee Hill refers to both the height of Titterstone Clee, one of the highest hills in south … Continue reading

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