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It was a Lover and his Lass
Composer: Ralph Vaughan Williams
Performer: Iiker Arcayurek (Tenor)
Performer: Ashley Riches (Baritone)
Performer: Simon Lepper (Piano)
Date of broadcast: 30 July 2017
This Shakespearean lyric - from 'As You Like It' - has been a favourite with English composers since 1599. It is the original 'Hey, nonny no...' song, and jokingly celebrates lovers and Spring.
Composer: Ralph Vaughan Williams
Performer: Iiker Arcayurek (Tenor)
Performer: Ashley Riches (Baritone)
Performer: Simon Lepper (Piano)
Recording date: 13 July 2017
Date of broadcast: 30 July 2017
