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About this Issue of Rattle Up My Boys

thumbnail of 01-03Summary: Series 1 Issue 3

Published: Winter 1987

Editor: Trevor Stone

Content Analysis

Overview

Here is an overview of the types of articles found in Rattle Up My Boys 1(3):

  • Historical Articles: In-depth articles on the history of longsword dancing, including significant figures and milestones.
  • Event Coverage: Coverage of recent events and festivals where longsword dances were performed.
  • Technical Discussions: Discussions on the techniques and variations within the longsword dance tradition.

Summary

This issue delves into the rich tradition of Longsword dancing, highlighting events and contributions from enthusiasts. It chronicles various Longsword Dance weekends, noting the importance of suitable venues and supportive audiences. The document also discusses the efforts to include junior teams and the challenges faced by organizers. An interview with Joe Brown B.E.M. sheds light on his six-decade-long dedication to teaching Longsword and Morris dancing to young boys. Additionally, it covers the history and trials of junior teams in Colchester and York, showcasing the passion and community efforts to keep the tradition alive.

Featured sides

This issues features Goathland Ploughstots; Spen Valley Longsword; Kirkburton Rapier Dancers; Sleights; Ugthorpe; North Skelton; Fishergate Lads andYork Castle.

Featured events

This issues features the following events: Longsword Weekends in 1979, 1981, 1984, 1987; Whitby Folk Festival; Presentation at Ryedale Folk Museum; English Folk Dance & Song Society Festival; Whitby Competitive Folk Dance Festival; Garden fetes at Egton Church, St Hilda’s Church, Marquis of Normanby’s; Spring Bank Holiday dance; Performances at Cleethorpes Folk and Beer Festivals, Whitby Folk Week; Colchester Morris Men’s performances; Whitby Competitive Dance Festival and the May Day Dance-out at Haxby.

Citation

#Editor: Trevor Stone
#Citation: Rattle Up My Boys (RUMB), 1(3),

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