Sea Music Many Lands / Various

Recorded in 1980 at the annual Festival of the Sea in San Francisco, Sea Music of Many Lands: The Pacific Heritage showcases maritime music from around the world. The music ranges from shanties and ballads ("Grey Funnel Line") to instrumental medleys ("Ships Are Sailing/Foxhunters Reel/High Reel") and ensemble pieces ("Decimas del Folklore Venezolano"). from England, Ireland, Scandinavia, New Zealand, Chile, and many other countries, these songs express the joys and hardships of life on the sea. Liner notes include information on the cultural groups represented, track notes, and lyrics.