Music cover, Oh! Its a Lovely War
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Music cover, Oh! Its a Lovely War
Music cover, Oh! Its a Lovely War, written and composed by J P Long and Maurice Scott, sung by Major Kenneth Maclaine, of Loch Buie.
1917
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Composed Kenneth Loch Lovely Major Maurice Scots Scott Sheet Sung Written Maclaine
Oh! It's a Lovely War
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a poignant and haunting musical composition from the 1910s, written and arranged by J.P. Long and Maurice Scott, and sung by Major Kenneth Maclaine of Loch Buie. The cover of the sheet music, dating back to 1917, captures the somber and introspective mood of the song, which reflects on the experiences of soldiers during wartime. Major Kenneth Maclaine, a Scottish officer dressed in full military uniform, gazes intently into the distance, his expression a mix of sadness and determination. The muted colors of the cover, dominated by earthy browns and greens, further emphasize the wartime setting. The title of the song, "Oh! It's a Lovely War," seems almost ironic, given the solemnity of the image and the knowledge that the war raging in the background was anything but lovely for the soldiers who fought in it. The sheet music cover also bears the names of the song's writers and composer, J.P. Long and Maurice Scott, and the publisher, Loch Buie, adding to its historical significance. The image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during wartime, and the power of music to express the human experience, even in the most difficult of circumstances. The cover of "Oh! It's a Lovely War" is a precious artifact from the past, offering a glimpse into the emotions and experiences of soldiers during the First World War. It is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, and the enduring power of music to express the complexities of the human experience.
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