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“The Lark in the Morning” is a traditional Irish song performed on classical guitar by poet and professional musician Jeff Eardley:

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Jeff Eardley lives in the heart of England near to the Peak District National Park and is a local musician playing guitar, mandolin and piano steeped in the music of America, including the likes of Ry Cooder, Paul Simon, and particularly Hank Williams.

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15 Responses

  1. Paul Buchheit

    Very lively, Jeff. A great way to wake up on St. Patrick’s Day!

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  2. Mike Bryant

    Yes, wonderful. You’ve got my Irish blood up and ready for a trip back to the old world… a lovely, lively romp!

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    • Jeff Eardley

      Thanks Brian, I remember the smile on my face when I encountered an Irishman, who, when I asked for directions to Killarney, replied, “If I were you, I wouldn’t start from here” Have a great day☘️

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  3. Brian A Yapko

    This delightful music has put a broad smile on my face. Thank you, Jeff. Have a happy St. Patrick’s Day!

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  4. Cheryl Corey

    A jaunty tune, Jeff. The only thing missing are the high-stepping Irish dancers.

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    • Jeff Eardley

      Thanks Cheryl, that “Riverdance” has got a lot to answer for”

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  5. Jeff Eardley

    Mike, I never realised you had Celtic blood. You’ll be tuning in to Father Ted next. Talking of blood, I’d stay clear of, “The Banshees of Inisferin” if I were you.

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  6. Roy Eugene Peterson

    I enjoy hearing you play music and especially liked it with the Irish composition for St. Patrick’s Day.

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  7. Norma Pain

    This is absolutely delightful Jeff. I felt like donning a skirt and kicking up my heels in joy. Thank you and Happy St. Patrick’s Day. You are very talented.

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  8. Jeff Eardley

    Steady on Norma, you’ve just made me go all wobbly. As an ex-scouser, I’m sure you will be treading the boards today. Thank you and have a good one‍♂️

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  9. C.B. Anderson

    I love the sound of acoustic stringed instruments, which is why I listen to a lot of Bluegrass, which has deep roots in Irish music. All I can say, Jeff, is: Erin go bragh!

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    • Jeff Eardley

      Thanks CB. There is a wonderful version on YouTube of Erin go Bragh by legendary folk artist, Dick Gaughan. You are so right about bluegrass. I was once a follower of the Stanley Brothers, and of course, Flatt and Scruggs. I was a bluegrass banjo picker for many years, but I am in full recovery now.
      ( A friend of mine says that the best sound a banjo makes, is when it hits the side of a dumpster)
      Thanks for the comment and have a great evening.

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  10. Susan Jarvis Bryant

    Jeff, Mike and I love this. You are a man of many talents who always manages to bring a huge smile to the SCP, and for that we are thankful. Great stuff!

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