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Voicing Scotland
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Gary West explores what Scotland's traditional songs and voices mean for the 21st century.
For anyone passionate about folk tradition, cultural continuity, and what heritage can teach us.
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About the Ebook
Gary West explores Scotland's traditional songs and voices as living cultural force, asking what they mean for contemporary Scotland. His essays consider how tradition informs present identity and future possibilities. For anyone passionate about folk culture and cultural continuity.
Why You'll Love This Ebook
- Authentic Scottish voices and captivating narratives.
- Rich cultural heritage woven throughout every page.
- Published by Luath Press, Scotland's leading independent publisher.
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About the Author
GARY WEST is a senior lecturer in Scottish Studies at the University of Edinburgh. He is also an active traditional musician and teacher, and presents a weekly programme, Pipeline, on BBC Radio Scotland. Originally from Pitlochry in Perthshire, he played for many years with the innovative Vale of Atholl Pipe Band, winning the Scottish and European Championships. In his late teens, he moved sideways into the folk scene, playing, recording and touring with the bands Ceolbeg and Clan Alba, and becoming a founder member of the ceilidh band, Hugh MacDiarmid’s Haircut. He has performed on around 20 albums, including his debut solo release, The Islay Ball, and his most recent collaboration, Hinterlands, with harpist Wendy Stewart.
Publication Details
Publisher: Luath Press
Publication Date: 22 July 2013
Print Length: 192 pages (Ebook edition)
ISBN (Ebook): 9781909912359
Format: Ebook
Language: English
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