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Scottish Poetry & Song, pt. 3

Scottish Poetry & Song, pt. 3

FromSimply Scottish


Scottish Poetry & Song, pt. 3

FromSimply Scottish

ratings:
Length:
34 minutes
Released:
May 20, 2013
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Enjoy a great selection of Scottish poems and songs in part 3 of our series! Learn more about the fiery poet, editor, and political activist Hugh MacDiarmid and how he revived interest and awareness in the Scots language and Scottish literature. Hear MacDiarmid read from "The Kind of Poetry I Want" during a visit to New York in 1969 and enjoy a selection of his work. You'll also meet Robert Service, the Bard of the Yukon. Hear about his adventures in the Canadian and American West and why he was hailed as the people's poet. Also, poems by Andrew McDiarmid and Stewart Conn, plus music from Session A9, Emily Smith, Ewan Robertson & Gary Innes, and more!
Released:
May 20, 2013
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (91)

Scottish history and culture with a mix of traditional and modern Scottish music. Take a virtual trip to Scotland on every episode!