I’m Bound Away | Shanties and Sea Songs with Gareth Malone
I'm Bound Away' sea shanty performed by The Keelers.
TweetClip Info
- Clip length: 1'50''
- Broadcast year: 2010
Curriculum Connection
- Music | World Music Traditions | English Folk
Access
Licence: ERA Licence required
Usage
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Four
- Programme: Shanties and Sea Songs with Gareth Malone
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