NASC Panel: Community Singing
This talk is for anyone interested in starting or joining a singing group, leading community songs, or simply learning more about the transformative power of singing together.
About NASC Panel: Community Singing
Moderated by Dr. Rebecca Draisey-Collishaw with panellists Molly Gawler, Dominie Hooper & Ruth Keggin.
The panel will discuss how group singing strengthens communities, preserves cultural heritage, and creates lasting connections. From informal pub sessions to established choirs, they will explore different approaches to collective singing, sharing practical insights and inspiring stories of how a communal voice can bring people together.
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The North Atlantic Song Convention (NASC) returns to the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh, for three days of traditional song celebration from 11-13 April 2025. Through concerts, workshops, talks, and informal song circles, this welcoming gathering brings together singers and enthusiasts from across the North Atlantic region. Whether you're a professional performer, an academic researcher, or simply love traditional song, NASC offers an inclusive space to share, learn, and celebrate our rich, diverse singing heritage. Guests attending hail from Scotland, Ireland, England, Sweden, Canada, the USA, and beyond.
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