In Danceries , by Kenneth Hesketh, the melodies themselves are a mixture of old and new. Where the old occurs it has been adapted in mood and composition and is often interspersed with completely new material. Thecontemporary harmonies and rhythms bring a breath of new into these themes and add drama to the suite.

The first movement, Lull Me Beyond Thee , is gentle and lilting, almost a barcarole, this movement is very much areverie. The original tune had the name Poor Robin’s Maggo...