Hey group...wow! what a great collection of info I have found from all of y'all. yes, Im from the South (Virginia) in USA! I was researching hunting songs, of coures John Peel is one and I have found much more info here. Where on the net might I also find anyone actually singing some of these great songs? There really should be a collection of them so we "newbies" can learn to sing along while toasting one (or 2) in the name of the sport! My grandfather hunted fox on foot so John Peel holds a gentle spot in my heart! In recap, Ive learned of hunting songs (besides John Peel)of:
"The Horn of the Hunter", "Joe Bowman", "Bellman","The Marndale Hunt","The Six Fell Packs" as well as "Boots and Saddles" and "A-Hunting We Will Go" from other sources. Can anyone add to this or correct these titles if Ive errored on them? Haven't seen mention of it anywhere on Mudcat, but there is a book on the life of John Peel entitled: "John Peel, Famous in Sport and Song" by Hugh Machell. I just found my copy on ebay but havent read it yet. Thanks for any more help with extra song titles and I'll look forward to checking back for MORE! Tally ho...