About this issue of "Rattle Up My Boys"

Summary: Series 10 Issue 2

Published: Summer 2001

Editor: Trevor Stone

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Summary

This issue features insights on forming successful sword dance teams, highlighting effective recruitment and team morale strategies. It covers a detailed report on the Whitby Competitive Dance Festival, showcasing the diversity of traditional sword dances. The issue also discusses international influences on sword dance traditions, with contributions from European and North American teams. Articles emphasize the importance of performing on significant days to maintain traditional values. Additionally, it provides updates on new teams and upcoming festivals, fostering a global community of sword dancers.

Featured sides

Spen Valley Longsword; Sullivan’s Sword; East Saxon Sword; Kirkburton Rapier Dancers; Redcar Sword; Goathland Plough Stots; Schwerttanzkumpanei Frommern; Kits Point Sword; Boar’s Tooth Sword

Featured events

Whitby Competitive Dance Festival; Bagpipe Festival in Balingen; Sidmouth Folklore Festival; International Sword Spectacular; Basque Dance Festival; Barn Dance at Whitby Festival

Citation

#Editor: Trevor Stone
#Citation: Rattle Up My Boys (RUMB), 10(2),

#rattleupmyboys #rattleupmyboys_s10.2

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