Story Behind The Song
"The Fairy Child" is a sweet melody (not at all about a changeling!), and "The Fairy Queen" takes on the majestic quality of a fair-reigning queen.
Song Description
"The Fairy Child" is a traditional Irish air, known as "An Leanbh Si" in Gaelic. The Fairy Queen originated from an ancient Irish air called "Coffers nor Stores", according to Edward Bunting, the first systematic collector of Irish folks songs. He also cl
| Song Length |
4:55 |
Genre |
World - Celtic, Folk - Traditional |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Mood |
Charming, Blissful |
| Subject |
Femininity, Love for Child |
Similar Artists |
Loreena McKennitt |
| Era |
1700 - 1799 |
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Lyrics
No Lyrics-Traditional Irish Airs