Category Archives: Being Human

Popular Music History: Merthyr Tydfil has a Place!

Posted on January 31, 2020 by

Well, after two years, one of my most gratifying publishing moments to date is to receive this edited collection today. It features six chapters, focusing on places such as Aberdare, Liverpool, Ebbw Vale, Birmingham, Liverpool and Merthyr Tydfil. I am … Continue reading →

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Being Human: Recollecting Musical Memories in Merthyr Tydfil

Posted on November 30, 2017 by

I finished one of the most satisfying experiences of my musical life last week, when we completed an eight day series of events, which involved capturing important musical memories of the community of Merthyr Tydfil.  These memories were subsequently taught … Continue reading →

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The Lost Musical Memories of Merthyr Tydfil

Posted on November 10, 2017 by

This week I have been preparing for the week of activities we are doing as part of this years Being Human Festival. This work will include capturing memories of community members who remember the years 1955-1975 in addition to getting … Continue reading →

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Lost And Found: Recollecting Popular Music Memories in Merthyr Tydfil

Posted on October 6, 2017 by

Just to let everyone know of a great free music event that is taking place in Merthyr Tydfil on November 25th at Theatre Soar. Thanks to funding from the Being Human Festival and a  large number of external partners, this … Continue reading →

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Being Human Festival in Merthyr Tydfil: Lost Musical Histories

Posted on June 27, 2017 by

I really enjoyed my talk yesterday as one of seven other projects that have been chosen to highlight some of the fantastic work taking place in this year’s Being Human Festival. The festival, taking place between November 17th – 25th,  … Continue reading →

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