Name: HELEN OF KIRKONNELL
Duration: P00H04M19S
Description: According to the book " The Lyric gems of Scotland - A Collection of Scottish Songs " Helen had two rivals competing for her affections . Adam Fleming was the intended victim of murder by his rival as he and Helen walked by the banks of the Kirtle - the tragedy unfolded and this song tells the story.

HELEN OF KIRKONNELL

by éilís kennedy

supported by

	/

Streaming + Download

Includes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.

Purchasable with gift card

€1 EUR or more

about

According to the book " The Lyric gems of Scotland - A Collection of Scottish Songs " Helen had two rivals competing for her affections . Adam Fleming was the intended victim of murder by his rival as he and Helen walked by the banks of the Kirtle - the tragedy unfolded and this song tells the story.

lyrics

I wish I were where Helen lies!
Night and day on me she cries;
O that I were where Helen lies,
On fair Kirconnell Lea!

Curst be the heart, that thought the thought,
curst be the hand, that fired the shot,
When in my arms fair Helen dropt,
And died to for sake of me!

O think na but my heart was sair,
When my love fell and spake nae mair!
I laid her down with gentle care
On fair Kirconnell Lea.

I lighted down, my sword did draw,
Stern was our strife in Kirtleshaw
I hew’d him down in pieces small ,
For her that died for me.

O Helen fair! O Helen chaste!
were I with thee I would be blest,
Where thou liest low, and take’st thy rest,
On fair Kirconnell Lea.

I wish I were where Helen lies!
Night and day on me she cries;
I’m sick of all beneath the skies ,
Since my love died for me.

credits

released January 1, 2005
William Coulter Guitar
Barry Phillips Cello

license

about

éilís kennedy Dingle, Ireland

Singing , writing , composing ,learning, teaching.
,Amhráin , Béarla & Gaelainn from the South-West of Ireland.

New Album 'So Ends this day' out now

eiliskennedymusic.ie

contact / help

Contact éilís kennedy

Streaming and
Download help

Redeem code

Report this track or account

If you like éilís kennedy, you may also like:

Neadú
by Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh

supported by 5 fans who also own “HELEN OF KIRKONNELL”

Such beautiful singing! And lovely songs. I have a special grá for Tá'n Coileach Ag Fógairt An Lae. And Cad É Sin Don Té Sin. And... Go raibh maith agat. Padraic Mulholland
go to album
The Livelong Day
by Lankum

featured on Bandcamp Radio Jul 27, 2021
go to album
Songs of my land
by Chiyomi Yamada

Ancient Japanese folk songs are presented with Western folk-pop arrangements to haunting, elegant effect. Bandcamp New & Notable Feb 13, 2024
go to album
Anásana
by Maroulita de Kol

An stunning debut that explores Greek folk tradition through a dreamy musical ecosystem. Bandcamp Album of the Day Jul 31, 2023
go to album
Would the Light Hold Me
by Oceanique

Celtic-inspired instrumentation, delicate harmonies, and reflective lyrics abound on the sisterly indie-folk duo's debut album. Bandcamp New & Notable Apr 26, 2023
go to album
To The Awe
by Rachel Newton

Scottish harpist and singer Rachel Newton brings an innovative, intensely emotional touch to traditional music on this dreamy LP. Bandcamp New & Notable Nov 17, 2020
go to album
Wealth of Sorrow
by Cahalen Morrison

Bright and skipping songs that foreground the sound of the banjo and fingerstyle guitar in music that feels timeless. Bandcamp New & Notable Oct 5, 2020
go to album