(An Irish Ballad). By Michael William Balfe (1808-1870). Arranged by Frank Erickson. Concert Band. Concert Band. Frank Erickson Publications. Grade 2. Conductor Score and Parts. 134 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing
Although not widely known, the ballad I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble Halls, from Michael Balfe's opera The Bohemian Girl, has found its way into some recent recordings by Irish folk singers. The melody and harmonies are quite simple in style: this, in addition to Balfe's heritage, could account for its Irish folk-song quality.
