About this issue of "Rattle Up My Boys"

Summary: Series 1 Issue 5

Published: Winter 1988

Editor: Trevor Stone

Content Analysis

Overview

Here is an overview of the types of articles found in Rattle Up My Boys 1(5):

  • Anniversaries and Milestones: Celebrations of significant anniversaries for longsword dance teams and events.
  • Training and Workshops: Articles focusing on training new dancers and conducting workshops.
  • Performance Reviews: Reviews of performances at various events, highlighting notable dances and dancers.

Summary

This issue covers a variety of topics related to Longsword dancing, including detailed descriptions of dances, figures, and historical context. It highlights international connections, such as the proposed International Sword Dance event in Antwerp and descriptions of the Baccubert dance from France. The document also addresses the development and evolution of Longsword dances within modern teams, discussing issues of tradition versus revival. It features profiles of active teams and their unique interpretations of traditional dances. Additionally, it provides insights into the ongoing efforts to preserve and promote this cultural heritage through community events and festivals.

Featured sides

Spen Valley Longsword; Sullivan’s Sword; Phoenix Sword; Black Cap; Owd ‘Oss Mummers; Fishergate Lads and York Castle.

Featured events

Whitby Competitive Dance Festival; Malton Longsword Weekend; Sidmouth Folk Festival; Whitby Folk Week; Carlisle’s Canada Summer Folklore Festivals; Cleethorpes Folk and Beer Festivals; Warwick Folk Festival; Redcar Folk Festival; Longsword Weekend 1984; Festival of Britain 1951 at the Royal Albert Hall; Darlington Competitive Dance Festival and Spa Theatre Summer Concerts, Whitby.

Citation

#Editor: Trevor Stone
#Citation: Rattle Up My Boys (RUMB), 1(5),

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