DISCLAIMER: What is posted here is just an illustration of how the image of a (species of) maple is used in various human groups at different periods in diverse environments. I might seem very anecdotic, but I've always thought that at least for some Acermaniacs, anything relating to their obessions would captivate their interest. Music for instance. Among the numerous versions of "Maple Leaf Rag" that one can find on the web, I like this one. Imperfect, incomplete, but so "convivial" (open and friendly) ... Scott Joplin also composed "The Sycamore". Here's a version adapted to the guitar: If you know of any songs/musical piece about maples, or mentioning maples - in any language, please contribute ;)
Searched the web with "érable", and found a song in French - I should have known, Québec, of course! DISCLAIMER: What is posted here is just an illustration of how the image of a (species of) maple is used in various human groups at different periods in diverse environments.
Le reve du diable - Le sirop d'erable (Devil's dream - Maple syrup) I must confess that I don't understand most of what they're singing. Same language, but different ;^)
I believe the Maple Leaf Reel is a traditional song, pretty sure I've heard it in a pub in Ireland. This version is played by some cheerful Canadians: I thought this was going to be about taking a trunk section and sticking it on a record player, now that was a "concept!" -E
This turned up, it appears to be about a maple tree (somewhat anyway) I confess I didn't make it to the end. The 4 minutes seemed a bit, erm, long.
