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Episode 2

Episode 2 of 11

Uilleam Dòmhnallach a' seanchas ri Màiri NicMhathainn 's a mac, Seumas, mu Langais. William MacDonald speaks to Mairi Matheson and her son Seumas about Langass.

Bha a' bhean-phòsta Màiri NicMhathainn a' fuireach a Langais fhads a bha an duine aice, Ùisdean, ag obair dhan oighreachd na ghille. B' e seinneadair ainmeil a bha 'n Ùisdean agus tha i cuimhneachadh air cho miosail 's a bha e air òrain. Tha am mac, Seumas, a' bruidhinn air fàs suas ann am baile far nach h-eil ach dà thaigh.

Mrs Mary Matheson spent many years living in Langass while her late husband, Hugh, worked as a gillie for North Uist Estates. Her husband was also a well-known singer and she recalls his love of songs. Their son, Seumas, tells of his formative years living in the village consisting of only two houses.

30 minutes

Last on

Sun 15 Jan 2012 10:30

Broadcasts

  • Wed 11 Jan 2012 13:30
  • Wed 11 Jan 2012 22:00
  • Sun 15 Jan 2012 10:30