SONGS from Ireland’s county SLIGO

My Old Sligo Home: A nostalgic emigration song about longing for Sligo, capturing the emotional pull of its landscapes, including Benbulben and Lough Gill, and the pain of leaving home. Traditional.
5000 Miles Away From Sligo: An emigration song expressing the distance and yearning for Sligo’s shores, with references to its coastal communities and the emigrant’s memories of home. Traditional.
Isle of Innisfree: A lyrical ode to Innisfree, an island in Lough Gill, inspired by W.B. Yeats’ poem The Lake Isle of Innisfree. It celebrates Sligo’s serene landscapes and spiritual connection. Written by Dick Farrelly, composed for the film The Quiet Man.
Sally Gardens: A romantic folk song based on W.B. Yeats’ poem Down by the Salley Gardens, set in Sligo’s willow-lined landscapes. It reflects on lost love and the county’s poetic heritage. Traditional melody, lyrics by W.B. Yeats.
Maid of Sweet Gurteen: A love song about a woman from Gurteen, Sligo, praising her beauty and the charm of the small town. It captures local pride and romantic storytelling. Traditional, no specific author.
Ben Bulben: A ballad celebrating Benbulben Mountain, Sligo’s iconic landmark, evoking its mythological and natural significance in the county’s identity. Traditional, no known author.
Hill of Knocknashee: A song about Knocknashee, Sligo’s “Hill of Fairies” in the Ox Mountains, blending folklore with descriptions of its ancient hill fort and scenic beauty. Traditional.
My Lovely Lough Gill: A lyrical tribute to Lough Gill, Sligo’s picturesque lake, celebrating its tranquil beauty and connection to Yeats’ poetry. It evokes nostalgia for Sligo’s landscapes. Traditional, no documented author.
Sligo on My Mind: A modern folk song about longing for Sligo’s towns and countryside, capturing the county’s community spirit and emigrant nostalgia. Traditional, no specific author.
Tubbercurry: A lively song celebrating Tubbercurry, Sligo’s vibrant market town, focusing on its community, fairs, and traditional music heritage. Traditional, no known author.

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County Sligo:

Ireland’s county Sligo is renowned for its poetic heritage and coastal scenery, with the Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery offering one of Europe’s oldest prehistoric sites. The Benbulben mountain provides striking hiking trails, while Strandhill’s beaches are ideal for surfing. Other attractions include the historic Lissadell House and its gardens. Sligo is Ireland’s 22nd largest county by size (1,796 square km) and seventh smallest by population (70,198). Population peaked at 180,886 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 50,275 in 1971. In terms of hospitality, Sligo is Ireland’s 17th most visited tourist county with around 133,000 international visitors per year.

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