Bold Nelson’s Praise

Dances, Songs, Tunes and Costume from around 1805

Designed originally as a resource for educators using the bicentennial of the Battle of Trafalgar as a vehicle.

• Sing a Song of Nelson
Broadside ballads and other songs of Nelson’s navy

• Sprigs of Laurel for Admiral Nelson
A selection of country dances for Trafalgar 1805

• A Tune for the Times
A selection of dance, band, and other tunes of the period

• The Sailor’s Hornpipe
A tradition that continues today

• Dressing the Part
Simple-to-make costume in period style

Published by Daylight Press for Tradamis (Traditional Dance and Music In Schools) 2005