I received this recording two days before New Years Eve, (they have strange notions on the suitable time for such releases in Yorkshire!)
That was the day of our Festive Sing and so subsequently, it is only today,(New Years Eve) that I have been able to spare time for a listen, and then only to selected tracks throughout.
The package is beautifully presented, the booklet with the song words, and notes on the same, is indeed comprehensive. On the tracks I played there was no sign of Rays Concertina, just pure simple, but extremely artfull and effective singing, with crystal clear diction in the age-old Traditional manner.
The great beauty of this is that here is an archive of material ideal for learning from, not only the song but in the manner that they SHOULD be presented.
It is all so obviously a Labour of Love, particularly to the oncoming generation, I say, Look, listen, and learn, for this is indeed a gift to you from one Raymond Padgett of Barnsley.
Well Done Old Soldier, do try to smile next time you have your photo taken!
Cheers Scowie.