European Folk Events 2006

Subject: European Folk Events 2006
From: Old Roger
Date: 10 Nov 05 - 03:19 PM

I plan to cross the English Channel and drive/camp around to find some interesting folk events next year, maybe down through France to Italy, or possibly the Spanish border area. Just wandering about really.

I think the quickest way to refine my search is to start by listening to experiences, advice and ideas on this great list.

Would love to see folk dancing, hear dance music etc.

Was down near Aix la Chappelle a few years ago and six guys were playing hunting horn calls in the market place. I loved it. It was a fantastic sound. It was just chance, this time I'd like to be more organised.

I am not constrained by having to adhere to a work timetable so anything goes.

Cheers

Subject: RE: European Folk Events 2006
From: GUEST,Topsie
Date: 11 Nov 05 - 04:47 AM

Find festivals with workshops then you can learn to dance the dances, not just see them.
How about St Chartier and Gennetines in France in July.

Subject: RE: European Folk Events 2006
From: mooman
Date: 11 Nov 05 - 05:17 AM

What sort of time of year and duration are you talking about Old Roger?

Peace

moo

Subject: RE: European Folk Events 2006
From: Fidjit
Date: 11 Nov 05 - 06:38 AM

first week in August at Aviles, Northern Spain. Celtic festival with Spainish bagpipes. (like Swedish ones) Lots of dancing, Asturias and Galacian style. This year there was the Newcastle bag pipe band (Advertised as from Scotland) Plus a special way to drink cider. enjoy.

Subject: RE: European Folk Events 2006
From: Fidjit
Date: 11 Nov 05 - 02:52 PM

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