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The Lost and Found Musical History of Merthyr Tydfil: A Case Study in Local Music Making
Pre covid, I was looking forward to going to the University of Michigan to deliver a paper talking about what was at that point a new edited collection I had just worked on – focusing on ‘hidden histories of popular … Continue reading
Popular Music History: Merthyr Tydfil has a Place!
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
Being Human: Recollecting Musical Memories in Merthyr Tydfil
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
The Lost Musical Memories of Merthyr Tydfil
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
Lost And Found: Recollecting Popular Music Memories in Merthyr Tydfil
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