RACHEL UNTHANK and the WINTERSET

'Tar Barrell in Dale' lyrics:Tar barrell in daleFire in snowToast the New YearBid farewell to the oldThe old year outThe New Year inPlease wont you letThe lucky bird inWith bottle in handAnd a piece of black coalA stranger's a friendWhen first-footing you goTar barrell in daleFire in snowToast the New YearBid farewell to the oldAt midnight's approachThe band you can hearThe fiery processionOf guisers draws nearWith friends and good companyWith voices so clearSinging in harmonyBringing in the New YearTar barrell in daleFire in snowToast the New YearBid farewell to the oldOff the heads of the guisersThe blazing barrels are hurledOn to the bonfireSmoke, sparks and flames swellAnd its cheers and rejoicingThe rites NEW YEAR TO ALL