A 270-Year-Old Scottish Folk Fiddle Makes Its Carnegie Hall Debut
The ornately decorated fiddle belonged to the dance master who taught Robert Burns. At Carnegie, it will cap “Scotland’s Hoolie in New York.”
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The Sea Shanty Singer is Singing His Own Songs Now
Nathan Evans was working as a mail carrier when he uploaded his cover of an old whaling tune. Now he has a folk-inspired album of his own songs, which he promises people can still “sing in the car.”
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Britain’s Falling Oil Output Leaves Jobs and Skills at Risk
The government wants to rapidly replace oil and natural gas with clean energy, but offshore wind and other alternatives are still in their early stages.
At a Remote Scottish Pub, a Pint Worth Hiking 20 Miles
The Old Forge on the rugged peninsula of Knoydart is a community-owned meeting point for locals and visitors — at least those willing to trek across the wilderness.