Fraser, Marjory Kennedy-, 1857-1930 (singer, pianist, folk-song collector and arranger)
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1857 - 1930
Biography
Marjory Kennedy-Fraser, singer, pianist, folk-song collector and arranger, was born in 1857. She was the daughter of singer David Kennedy (1825-1886). Her series of works The songs of the Hebrides published variously between 1909 and 1922 remain a useful resource for both Gaelic and English speakers. She collected songs chiefly in the Western Isles. Aware that the material collected would, in the concert performance, lose something of the original essence, she provided the songs with sensitive accompaniment. For service rendered to the cause of music in Scotland, an honorary degree of Doctor of Music was conferred on her in 1928. Marjory Kennedy-Fraser had also been awarded the C.B.E. She died on 22 November 1930.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
The Seal-woman, c 1906-c 1924
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Scope and Contents
The Seal-woman.
Different sets of proofs of vocal score of The Seal Woman, also of libretto, all corrected and amended by Marjory Kennedy-Fraser, one vocal score copy includes Marjory Kennedy-Fraser’s rehearsal notes from her creating the Cailleach’s part on stage.
Original drawing of vocal score cover,...
Dates:
c 1906-c 1924