Dorset trad singers research request

Subject: Dorset trad singers research request
From: Nick Dow
Date: 30 Sep 24 - 10:08 AM

While in recuperation from my health problems, I have finally begun to compile an organisation file of the Hammond manuscripts. (Dorset 1905-1908). I have all singers entered alphabetically with repertoires typed and song notes from Hammond, Lucy Broadwood and Anne Gilchrist with of course Frank Purslow entered against each singer. The view is to produce a website in the same vein as David Sutcliffe's 'Cecil Sharps People' I intend to have MP3 files for every song collected, and bios for all 186 singers and photos if I can find them. If this fires your interest I am looking for someone to undertake some genealogical research. Not all of it of course and only what ever you wish when ever you wish. If I don't make it to the end of the project Cohen B.K. has agreed to take over. Just thought I would ask. PM me if you are interested.

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: GUEST,Liz the Squeak
Date: 30 Sep 24 - 11:46 AM

Dear Nic, Genealogist of 40yrs, from Dorset here, if you drop me an email at [e-mail] I would be only too happy to help you. I already have a little on Merina Russell's family tree.

LTS

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: Joe Offer
Date: 30 Sep 24 - 12:06 PM

You'll like Liz, Nick. Hi, Liz!

-Joe-

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: Nick Dow
Date: 30 Sep 24 - 12:17 PM

Will do Thanks.

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: RTim
Date: 30 Sep 24 - 03:13 PM

Nick...I wish you all the best with this project and I will be very interested in the final "Product"...If you think there is anything I can help with...please let me know...

Best - Tim Radford

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 30 Sep 24 - 03:46 PM

Good luck with this fabulous project, Nick - and good health too.

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: GUEST,Richard Spencer
Date: 30 Sep 24 - 04:15 PM

Nick, I have been looking for a while at the possibility of a database/website of English traditional singers, with hopefully some of their life stories. I would be very interested in collaborating

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: Nick Dow
Date: 30 Sep 24 - 04:48 PM

Liz is going to help but take you up on your kind offer if there is anything you can help with. Meanwhile have you seen the website Cecil Sharps People. Give it a squint.

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 30 Sep 24 - 08:14 PM

Liz is sharp. Having her work with you is a really good start to your project. (And you should hear her sing!)

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: Nick Dow
Date: 01 Oct 24 - 05:01 AM

Thanks all!

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: Big Al Whittle
Date: 05 Oct 24 - 04:20 PM

Didn't Bonnie Sartin mention that one of his forbearers contributed to the Hammond collection?

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: Nick Dow
Date: 06 Oct 24 - 03:32 AM

Yes. Edith Sartin.

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: RTim
Date: 06 Oct 24 - 01:12 PM

But also Marina Russell was born - Marina Sartin...and I think she and Edith were related...

Tim Radford

Subject: RE: Dorset trad singers research request
From: Nick Dow
Date: 06 Oct 24 - 04:44 PM

Yes, she was born Mary Anne Sartin. Marina was a nickname.