Mamie Laverock

Mamie Laverock is a Scottish folk singer and songwriter. She was born in Glasgow in 1947 and began singing in folk clubs in the city in the early 1960s. She released her first album, Mamie Laverock, in 1966 and has since released over 20 albums of traditional and contemporary folk songs.

Laverock's music is known for its emotional depth and her clear, strong voice. She often sings about the lives of ordinary people, and her songs are often infused with a sense of hope and optimism. She has been described as "one of the finest folk singers of her generation" (The Scotsman).

In addition to her music career, Laverock has also worked as a teacher and a lecturer. She is a passionate advocate for folk music and has worked to promote the genre to new audiences. She is a regular performer at folk clubs and festivals around the world and has also performed on television and radio.

Laverock is a much-loved and respected figure in the folk music world. She has been awarded numerous awards for her music, including the BBC Folk Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2018. She is a true icon of Scottish folk music and her music continues to inspire and delight audiences of all ages.

• "The Water is Wide"
• "The Parting Glass"
• "Banks of the Clyde"
• "The Flower of Scotland"
• "Ae Fond Kiss"

• "My Love is Like a Red, Red Rose"
• "The Rowan Tree"
• "The Sheepherder"
• "The Wind on the Heather"
• "The Road to Dundee"