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But Still We Sing
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But Still We Sing

1979-01-01 · 48 min · Not rated

Documentary · Music

This BBC Bristol documentary, Narrated by Bert Lloyd looks at the Gaelic music of the Outer Hebrides. It won the Silver Harp award. Directed by Barrie Gavin.

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Directors
Barrie Gavin
Production companies
BBC Bristol Productions
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

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A.L. LloydNarrator

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