As song collectors, musicians, political activists, and folk revivalists, Ewan MacColl and Alan Lomax each played critical roles in the British folk revival of the mid-20th century. Both born in 1915, the lives, work, and talent of these two men are being celebrated during TradFest with two centenary events. On Tuesday 5 May, folk musicians … Continued
Broadcaster and singer/songwriter Frieda Morrison invites you to a concert with a difference as a unique blend of music and song is showcased alongside a special folk film. On Sun 3 May, as part of TradFest, Frieda showcases a documentary film she made in 1993 about the changing face of the North East of Scotland, … Continued
The role of culture in shaping our political, economic, and social lives is undeniable. Cultural politics understands popular culture, folk culture and the arts as an arena where social, economic, and political values and meanings are created and contested. Performance avenues serve as spaces where artistic encounters, religious and political celebrations and public entertainment can … Continued
Perthshire Amber Festival announces the 2015 line-up The festival base of operations in the tiny village of Butterstone in Perthshire will have its broadband buzzing and phone lines overloaded at 4pm (UK time) today when fans from all over the world compete for sought after ‘package deals’ and tickets for favourite venues. Scotland’s “wee gem … Continued
Dancers, poets, storytellers, musicians, visual, digital or multi media artists are being invited to apply for the 2015/16 round of creative artist bursaries offered by the English Folk Dance and Song Society (EFDSS). EFDSS, which runs the national folk arts centre Cecil Sharp House in London, makes up to four awards annually to fund the … Continued
The TradFest programme is full of fantastic events to tickle your traditional tastes. In the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh in spring, it’s recommended you find a nook to relax and engross yourself in the programme to find the tantalising treats that you won’t want to miss, but for those unsure where to start or … Continued
Scotland’s Puppet Animation Festival began with 12 events at the Netherbow Theatre on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, in 1984. Now, everything from shadow puppets to digital animations get their moment in the spotlight as the Festival has grown throughout Scotland, touring the cream of the puppetry crop throughout the country, with over 100 events at more … Continued
Reiff Beach Cottage Offer Summer 2015 From Sarah Nason: I am a storyteller, artist and film maker and I own a beach cottage in the Highlands of Scotland surrounded by a ring of water. It is rented out to artists for retreats and small workshops as well as holiday makers. The cottage (sleeps 8) is … Continued
Hot on the heels of our search for new board members, SC&T are now looking for a part-time administrator. Jenny Maclean is leaving after many years of dedicated service to the organisation, initially as classes assistant and then as administrator/programmer. They are therefore looking for someone to replace Jenny – a Herculean task – and … Continued
A consortium of support bodies and government agencies have come together to launch a high profile and ambitious study. This large-scale Social Enterprise Census will take an official count of the entire population of non-profit-distributing organisations that are carrying out some level of trading for the good of Scotland. The findings will be made widely available to ensure that this type of … Continued
TRACS (Traditional Arts and Culture Scotland, SCIO SC043009) is a co-operative network which champions our shared traditions of music, song, storytelling, dance, crafts, customs and indigenous languages. Together we celebrate the local distinctiveness of Scotland’s places: our intangible cultural heritage. Registered office at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1SR.
