The Somerset Mare

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This song is my attempt to create something that could be mistaken for a traditional British folk song - or at least have some of that "feel".

Set in Medieval England, it's about a beautiful girl who's been turned into a fabulous horse of radiant aspect by a jealous magician. Only half-conscious of her previous humanity, see runs among the forests of Somerset County, often pursued by hopeful peasants and rogues... and her heartbroken lover.

The song ends with an optimistic assurance that the two lovers will finally be united someday, maintaining that even Fate itself must yield to a love so true.