“Will Ye Go Lassie Go” (Wild Mountain Thyme)

Will Ye Go Lassie Go
Soloists:
Les McKeown
Martin Keating
Alice Studdert-Kennedy
Emilie Dollerup
Band:
Bass: Derek Baxter
Organ: Gary Baldwin
Drums: Paul Gregory
Piano: Tamás (Tomi) Balogh
Guitars: Callum Keating,
Murillo (Muca) Sguillaro
Jack Richardson
Dário Ferreira
Tomas De Vries
Hugo Negrelli
Violin: Zsófia Boda
Flute: Zsófia Bartal
Singers: Michelle Gillman-Keating
Callum Keating
Emma Keating
Kevin Keating Jnr.
Willie Mcewan
Sandy Howden
Margaret Howden
Kate Hill
Derek Baxter
Tony Dooley
Gabriel Barry
Maksim Baluganti
Hayden Moore
Hugo Negrelli
Anna Howell
Miranda Wilford
Marian Felder
Gaia Ruggirello
Solene Bastos
Phoebe Ritchie
Vanessa Lo Iacono
Martin Mc Garth Dehecq
Recorded at London Music School Hackney www.tlms.co.uk
Produced and Arranged: Martin Keating
Vocal Arrangement: Emilie Dollerup
Engineered and mixed: Martin Keating
Hayden Moore
Filmed and Edited by Thomas Casey. Will Ye Go Lassie Go written by The McPeake Family and published by Warner Chappell Music.
In Memory of Kevin Keating 1957-2020
Loved by his wife Michelle and his three children Callum, Emma ,Kevin Jnr
His Brother Martin
His Cousins in Edinburgh Willie Mcewan and Family
All his close friends, fellow musicians ,fellow teachers, students and ex students
Got together to celebrate the life of Kevin
36 people from 14 countries were involved
Because of Covid much of it was recorded and filmed remotely from Cork in Ireland, Edinburgh in Scotland, Lockerbie in Scotland
The Azores, Switzerland, France and London.
Also singing is his dear friend Les McKeown (R.I.P), lead singer with The Bay City Rollers.
KEVIN KEATING
16th of June 1957-31st of January 2020
Rest in Peace

[@marygingernut]

Beautiful version of a beautiful song. Les's voice is so moving ..sadly he passed away not too long after this recording. RIP 💔🇮🇪

[@colleenlongardner2692]

My husband died at 63. Too young. We pay a terrible price for loving someone.

[@leostewart363]

Think how lucky you are for having that lovable creature by your side.Its such a gift.

[@jamespressman973]

Yes ....lost my lovely wife at 61....but its a terrible price that I gladly paid and would pay again for 32years of her love and beautiful smile .....

[@garrettbell8701]

What a version...bawlin cryin here in Ireland..

[@canturgan]

Thanks Garrett.

[@bernadettemeade7259]

Sang this unaccompanied at my Mums funeral May 2015, the whole congregation joined in the chorus 😢💔

[@colinthomson-is6zy]

i am sure that was beautiful well done

[@davidandjoann]

This is so so beautiful. At funerals people promise not to forget - but often we don’t actively remember. Talk of your loved one. Share stories. Even the simple act of saying their name out loud is a powerful act. I don’t know your husband, father, brother, friend but I feel privileged to witness your love for him. May he sleep well. David in Galway 💕

[@KR-it2ph]

Thank you for such beautiful thoughts💖☮️Kerry, Australia

[@canturgan]

Thank you David.

[@paulinedixon3490]

Why have more people not heard this beautiful rendition. Can’t understand. So much emotion.

[@gidget9101]

First time hearing it tonight 7.12.22 and coming up for 71 years. It's beautiful

[@paulinedixon3490]

@@gidget9101 seventy six and couldn’t agree more.

[@jamesmckenzie6687]

Beautiful soul-soothing comfort. To the memory of all the "travelling-peoples" of Scotland" Rest in peace.

[@leostewart363]

Written by a bunch of Paddies many moons ago.

[@mark70s29]

Why hasn't this got more likes? It's beautiful!:)

[@paulwoolley4957]

Most Beautiful rendition of this song I’ve ever heard😢🥰🥰🙏

[@martinkeating5073]

❤

[@glennclark5642]

thank you guys, just beautiful, from an english man that searved 42 years in the irish defence forces, i would not change that for the world, god bless to my comrades that have passed i wont forget ye, sleep well guys.

[@delby66]

My grandmother and my great-grandmother were from Aberdeen and they would would sing this wonderful song to me when I was a wee lad. I'm 66 now and I still love listening to this song, but this is one of the best renditions I have ever heard. WELL DONE!!!!!

[@canturgan]

Thank you.

[@allanallen1835]

the tv series outlander has this as the main theme, its fantastic you should watch it.

[@asimpasic7551]

A lovely version for a beautiful song

[@thomasm.8859]

This is so beautiful, I‘m shedding tears.

[@joanr3189]

Heart-breakingly beautiful. The slow tempo is perfect.

[@paulinedixon3490]

Such a beautiful song. A tear jerker.

[@chrishaldane1]

Leslie sounding amazing, beautiful song 🌹💙🌹

[@caroleyre9144]

A Beautiful Tribute for Kevin Keating a very Gifted Musician...Reminiscing of my Celltic Grandparents they loved singing this most Beautiful Melody...coming up my Papa's Anniversary of Passing Over 4th December 2004. My Best Pal. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💙🦢💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Oh and I loved the Bay City Rollers tae...I think I ws around 10 yrs. Beautiful ...playing over & over this fine November Morn. Thankyou Les & Family. 💛☘💛

[@canturgan]

Thank you Carol. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@Officerbibble]

There are no words but, utterly beautiful.

[@martinmoore7920]

That blonde lassie is absolutely beautiful...and what a lovely rendition ... absolutely awesome.....R.I.P. Kevin even tho I didn't know you I'll have a wee dram for ya here in Dublin.🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪

[@canturgan]

Thank you Martin, if he was here he'd have one with you. Sláinte.

[@ronlu2952]

Beautiful and thanks ❤🙏🙏🙏 What a treat on a beautiful Southeast Texas winter morning! Thanks again! 🙏🙏🙏

[@canturgan]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@canturgan]

Thank you Ron.

[@sandraethell1471]

Sending love and peaceful good wishes to you all.

[@krg1965]

We could all wish to be so loved by so many to be serenaded on our way like this. Such a beautiful tribute, I can feel that Kevin's in every one of your hearts and he's never leaving. Thank you for sharing this.

[@paulinedixon3490]

Listening again today OMG. Tearing up so sentimental. Thankyou

[@suzannelacy8093]

Oh ! Lord that hurt and I can't see because of the tears . Blessings to you and yours from me and mine .

[@andrewkeohan1771]

Beautiful the song says it all

[@dkt1903]

Just a beautiful song joyously performed, wonderful, thank you all.

[@MSuthy55]

Seen this now multiple times and its woken me up in the middle of the night with it’s melody, harmony and lyrics! Couldn’t find a better rendition!

[@jamespressman973]

Oh my ! Stumbled across this most moving celebration of a cherished life lost ...... The tempo ...the quality of singing all in heartfelt tribute ...truly soul searching but uplifting .. to all those we have loved and lost .....My thanks for posting this .....New box of tissues needed now .....

[@tharangawalpita3571]

This was my mother-in-law Anna Caldwell's favourite song as well. She went in May 2022

[@markperson9093]

Such a gorgeous version of this beautiful song. What a tribute!

[@markdoolittle7183]

Wish my family could get themselves together. This is what it’s supposed to be all about.

[@synopsisensemblevocal]

This is an absolute beauty, we are moved to tears. Thank you so much!

[@sanduvetfamilie]

Kevin … Lovely music entering the heart and the spirit … …

[@mikebeattie1061]

just love this friends family coming together to celebrate a life of a family , friend, loved one in the spirit of scotland . truly love, truly blessed, truly missed, a special individual x

[@dawncheshire-gibson1859]

I listen to this song frequently. It’s lovely, and I’ll never think of it quite the same after seeing this. Absolutely beautiful.

[@canturgan]

Thank you, I'm pleased that you like it and grateful for your comment.

[@sandraethell1471]

Some of my people. Bless the beauty.

[@thatcrazycanuck87]

My grandfather was Irish and used to play this for us as kids. This is one of the best versions I've ever heard. Thank you for posting this - looking forward to more of your videos.

[@canturgan]

Thanks for listening

[@mariemiller8740]

I love it from a Scot in Australia

[@anajinn]

Very well organised. Great feeling of team work. Thank you.

[@kevinthornton4495]

I was a 60s African American kid influenced by the the usual rock gods of the era, but I heard the Byrds do this beautiful song among there other hits I loved ,it moved me so much the harmonies the melody of this song, with my jazz training on guitar I guess helped appreciate this wonderfully crafted folk masterpiece,I love spending time in the mountains,Kevin we share the same name ,RIP ❤

[@ColinThomson-fy9us]

the song is important but he was a legend in music --- best wishes to you

[@raygrout6437]

lovely i sang all the way through with you all trying to harmonise with you all ,lovely and sad xxx

[@ColinThomson-fy9us]

since finding this i often listen----well done Les RIP and his bro was great ----well done all

[@jh1812]

What a truly wonderful tribute. Thank you for sharing.

[@philpatton8521]

beautiful song reminds me so much of family gone

[@tonyhunt9980]

A wonderful version.

[@canturgan]

Thanks for commenting.

[@paulinedixon3490]

I’ve listened to quite a few renditions of this song since I first heard this one. In my opinion this is the best. So natural and it’s so heartfelt Wonderful.

[@ColinThomson-fy9us]

what makes it more special is it was done from many around the country during covid lockdown

[@paulinedixon3490]

@@ColinThomson-fy9us I know what you mean. Makes me so emotional every time I hear it

[@paulinedixon3490]

@@ColinThomson-fy9usI still get shivers down my spine when I listen to this. Beautiful ❤

[@darrylshamrock]

Grand.

[@richhough6093]

Just Beautiful

[@colincampbell4261]

Lovely.

[@thomasbeaman9780]

My grandma was from Edinburgh and she used to sing these songs to me when she was taking care of me. In fact, my ancestors originally came from the UK, with a little Norse in the mix. My Scottish grandma and her influence are what led to me playing the bagpipes. The last time I ever played them was for funeral. After that, I just couldn’t pick them up again. Her funeral reminded me of Scotland sometimes when the skies were grey with light rain. I had to stand outside of the mausoleum because it would have been too loud for a small chapel like that. I still have them, but they would need a major overhaul in order to be playable. Maybe before I pass away, I will pick them up and start playing them again. Nothing stirs the blood like the Highland bagpipes.

[@ColinThomson-fy9us]

i hope you can get back to your scottish music and it will help any pain

[@helenstrachan6940]

my sister in Canada passed last year she sang This to her Grandchildren when they Were young it is the best Version I Have Ever Heard When l See Leslie Such a talented guy Who never got The Breakes so sad ❤

[@thomasbeaman9780]

You have my sincere condolences for your loss. May The Lord grant you His Peace and Comfort. Yes, I do love to hear the pipes. Something about the sounds from the different types of bagpipes seem to call me back to some ancient memories from Scotland and Ireland. The pipes may be an acquired taste, but anyone with the Celtic or Gaelic blood will experience a hyper sensitivity to them and make you really understand your roots in society.

[@idectification]

Sometimes we need reminding what counts in the world. Beautiful song .

[@mcduffxyz]

So Beautiful.

[@robbertwilliams5407]

Love this song my father use to sing it in the car all the time when I was a kid brilliant, from North 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@irenedavo3768]

Lovely

[@TheBlueskyson]

Big Kev would've loved this. ty 4 music

[@zombies66]

Lovely ❤

[@annedarlington5837]

This song is wonderful, I remember hearing it at molly blooms

[@paulcarson4174]

A fine song from county Derry ! I have a recording of this sung by the McPeake family!

[@martinkeating5073]

❤

[@duncanbeattie1219]

brillant

[@philpatton8521]

beautiful song reminds me of family gone , rip lily 'joe . miss u

[@robbertwilliams5407]

The one in blue what a voice happy Christmas all of you from North 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@canturgan]

Thanks, the singer in blue was Les McKeown.

[@robbertwilliams5407]

@@canturgan thank you love the Irish your amazing singers

[@martinkeating5073]

Yes it’s Les from the bay city rollers

[@thomasshort6718]

And then Les , love this version

[@canturgan]

Les was planning to record some more traditional songs but sadly it wasn't to be. Rest In Peace Les.

[@thomasshort6718]

@@canturgan i keep coming back to listen to this version, its truly moving , such shame about Les, i wouldve liked to have heard those songs , yes RIP Les

[@frankfedi5751]

please play this when sprinkling on Loch Ness

[@seahorselady1]

Wasn't this originally a Scottish song rather than Irish? I grew up listening to it.

[@colinthomson-is6zy]

yes

[@MrUltrasound]

Aye…… a Bonny song is that ❤

[@olivier5866]

👍🙏🍀

[@jh1812]

Is this song available to purchase and download ? Please let me know if it is. Thank you in advance.

[@canturgan]

Hello John, I don't think it is available to download at the moment. If that changes I'll let you know. Thanks for listening, glad you like it.

[@jh1812]

Thank you ! 😀

[@chrisg1900]

watched this vid many times feel like i know the guy, unfortunately never had the privilege, obviously he was well respected and well loved , great song and fantastic version. sorry i never had the pleasure of knowing the guy

[@canturgan]

Thank you, we appreciate your sentiments.

[@raygrout6437]

xxxx

[@752brickie]

Beautiful just beautiful. So so sad. That happened to so many families because of a bunch of criminals in governments the world over !!!

[@caroleyre9144]

Amen 🙏 💙🦢💙🙏 💛☘💛

[@grahamfleming8139]

No just Westminster, the anti democratic ones

[@charleyparley]

sad

[@canturgan]

It is. Thanks for watching.

[@grahamfleming8139]

Far guid