Introduction:
Many of the greatest songs were born out of personal tragedy. Such is the case with the classic Irish ballad, Spancil Hill. The song was written by Michal Considine, a young man who knew he didn't have long to live, as a memorial to himself and a tribute to the people he loved.
Early Life:
Michal Considine was born around 1850 near Spancil Hill in County Clare, Ireland. Like many others, Considine was forced to leave Ireland due to the potato famine and he eventually settled in Boston in 1870 before moving to Califor...
more