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The Corries
Scottish folk group
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The Corries | |
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| Origin | Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Genres | Scottish folk |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, Songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | guitar, banjo, mandolin, bodhrán, combolin, harmonica, tin whistle, bouzouki, concertina, Northumbrian smallpipes, banduria, psaltery, flute |
| Years active | 1962–1990 |
| Past members | Roy Williamson Bill Smith Paddie Bell Ronnie Browne |
| Website | corries.com |
The Corries were a Scottish folk group that emerged from the Scottish folk revival of the early 1960s.[1] The group was a trio from their formation until 1966 when founder Bill Smith left the band but Roy Williamson and Ronnie Browne continued as a duo until Williamson's death in 1990.
They are particularly known for the song "Flower of Scotland", written by Williamson, which has become an unofficial national anthem of Scotland.
History
Early years
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