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About this Issue of Rattle Up My Boys

Summary: Series 1 Issue 4

Published: Spring 1988

Editor: Trevor Stone

Featured in this issue

  • When, if ever, does a revival team become a traditional team? (p1):
    Cartoon by Sullivans sword
  • Mystery Painting (p2):
    Appeared in the Sheffield Telegraph on April 17 1937
  • The Gospel according to Sullivan’s Sword (p3):
    Sullivan’s Sword photos
  • A profile of Spen Valley Longsword (p4):
    Spen Valley photos

Content Analysis

Overview

Here is an overview of the types of articles found in Rattle Up My Boys 1(4):

  • Interviews: Interviews with prominent figures in the longsword dance community.
  • Event Reviews: Reviews of recent longsword dance events, providing insights into performances and organizational aspects.
  • Dance Descriptions: Detailed descriptions of specific longsword dances, including steps and formations.

Summary

This issue explores the journey of two Longsword dance revival teams, detailing their development and achievements. It discusses how these teams, despite initially seeking guidance, have evolved their unique styles over time. The document raises the question of when a revival team can be considered traditional, suggesting it might be when a new generation learns from the old team. It also includes profiles of Spen Valley and Sullivan’s Sword teams, highlighting their origins, dances, and challenges. Additionally, there’s a segment on identifying a historical painting related to Longsword dancing, appealing for reader insights.

Featured sides

This issues features Spen Valley Longsword; Sullivan’s Sword; Phoenix Sword; Black Cap and Owd ‘Oss Mummers.

Featured events

Whitby Folk Festival; Malton Longsword Weekend; Whitby Competitive Dance Festival; Darlington Competitive Dance Festival; Cleethorpes Folk and Beer Festivals; Warwick Folk Festival; Redcar Folk Festival; Boxing Day tour of Spen Valley; May Day Dance-out at Haxby; Weekend festivals; Workshops at Barnsley by the Morris Ring and performances at local mental hospitals.

Citation

#Editor: Trevor Stone
#Citation: Rattle Up My Boys (RUMB), 1(4),

Last updated: 1 Jul 2024

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