About this issue of "Rattle Up My Boys"

Summary: Series 23 Issue 1
Published: November 2015
Editor: Jeff Lawson

Featured in this issue:

  • SDU Longsword Tournament (p1, 2, 11, 12)
  • SDU AGM (p3)
  • A Brief History of Chinese Sword Dance (p4-5)
  • Whither Longsword or Wither Longsword  (p6-7)
  • Thoughts on “Thoughts from New York” (p7)
  • Green Dragon Mummers and Rattle Up My Boys donates Handel’s Messiah book to The Vaughan Williams Memorial Library (p7)
  • Midwinter Dancing (p8)
  • Norman Peacock 1925 – 11 August 2015 (p9)
  • Alan Green  Citation for the Sword Dance Union Medal (p10)

Summary

This issue focuses on the SDU Longsword Tournament 2015, offering insights into the competition rules, judging criteria, and highlights. The event saw participation from various teams, showcasing traditional and unique sword dances. An article on the history of Chinese sword dance by Yu Kailiang is also featured, tracing its evolution from the Zhou Dynasty to modern times. Additionally, the issue includes an obituary for Norman Peacock, recognising his contributions to sword dance, and reflections on the current state of longsword dancing in the UK, advocating for its revitalisation.

Featured sides

Featured sides in this issue include Maltby Phoenix Juniors, Teesdale Longsword, Goathland Plough Stots, Redcar Sword Dancers, and Sallyport Sword Dancers. Each team brought their unique styles and traditions to the SDU Longsword Tournament, highlighting the diversity and richness of sword dancing.

Featured events

Key events mentioned include the SDU Longsword Tournament held in Goathland, with performances at various spots around the village. The midwinter sword outings featured Barnsley Sword Dancers at the Dodworth fire festival, Sallyport Sword Dancers on Shields Road Tour, and Claro Sword Dancers in Harrogate Town Centre. Other notable locations include Flamborough Community Hall, Grenoside, and Handsworth for various sword dancing performances and celebrations.

Citation

#Editor: Jeff Lawson
#Citation: Rattle Up My Boys (RUMB), 23(1),

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