‘Book of Sparrows’ is a bridge between her previous album (‘Flower of Avalon’) and her next full album, but it’s much more than a filler and stands up as an excellent 7 track EP.
It’s a beautifully low key and restrained affair with Tracy providing vocals, guitar, violin, mandola and banjo, with Jim Henry providing harmonies, dobro and electric guitar.
The seven tracks are a mixture of fan favourites from their live show and personal favourites; the range of songs is strong with pieces penned by a range of great writers including Tom Russell, Paul Simon, Jackson Browne, and a superb unreleased song from the pen of Dave Carter. It’s a beautifully simple and confident release that deserves to find a home with all fans of Dave & Tracy.
‘Book of Sparrows’ is a self released EP, and as with all discs released in this way there’s no guarantee of re-pressings; those interested should pick one up sooner rather than later.

Track listing
1 Blue Wing (Tom Russell)
2 Travis John (Kate Power)
3 The Waking Hour (David Francey)
4 Lord of the Buffalo (Dave Carter)
5 Gypsy Rose (aka Gypsy Down) (Dave Carter)
6 April, Come She Will (Paul Simon)
7 In the Shape of A Heart (Jackson Browne)

£8.00