Robert Burns Weekend in aid of St Columba's Hospice

Submitted by lornad on Thu, 11 Dec '08 11.26am

Not sure how to post this in the "Event" calendar,,if anyone can enlighten me most grateful

Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of our National Poet & the year of The Homecoming 2009

 

Song Workshop & Ceilidh Dance & Song Café

 

Burns Song Workshop Saturday 24th January 10am-1pm Suggested donation £12*

Sing Burns songs in a friendly group with Voice Coach, Wendy Carle Taylor. No experience necessary & no need to read music. Refreshments included in the price.

Wendy creates a supportive atmosphere. It is also fun. She is sensitive to people & traditions.” PY, Edinburgh

Venue: The Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh EH9 1BB. Tel 0131 623 8911 www.gilliscentre.org.uk

 

 

Burns Ceilidh Dance Saturday 24th January 7.30pm – 11pm Suggested donation £12*

Enjoy a short set of songs by Robert Burns with Ailie Robertson, clarsach, Tony Mitchell, guitar & singer, Wendy Carle Taylor. Then dance the night away with dynamic Ceilidh Band, Òr,  with an experienced dance caller, fiddle, Border & Uilleann pipes, whistles & guitar. Licensed bar. Accommodation available - contact centre.

Venue: The Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh EH9 1BB. Tel 0131 623 8911 www.gilliscentre.org.uk

 

 

Burns Song Café Sunday 25th January 2pm – 4.30pm Suggested donation £12*

Come & join the musicians from last night’s ceilidh for an informal concert celebrating the songs & music of Robert Burns. The price includes home-made cakes & refreshments.

Venue: The Lot, 4-6 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JU. Tel 0131 225 9922  www.the-lot.co.uk

 

 

Burns Song Raffle will be drawn at the final event above & prizes include a unique limited edition print of Robert Burns by Artist, Graham McKean (for image see www.wendycarletaylor.com), £100 subscription to the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, Boxed Set of "The Complete Songs of Robert Burns" - 12-volume CD archive of 368 recordings by Linn Records, £50 Voucher for Daniel’s Bistro, Bottle of Champagne. £1 per ticket – on sale now!

 

*Suggested Donations*  

Saturday Song Workshop £12*, Saturday Evening Ceilidh £12*, Sunday Song Café £12*

All of the artists are donating their services free of charge. The donation levels suggested are merely a guideline. Please do contribute more if you wish as all proceeds go directly to St Columba’s Hospice to help “making every minute count” for so many people. Thank You.

Why not treat yourself, friends and family? A unique Christmas gift.

 

Booking

Contact Wendy & team to book the events above or for raffle tickets. There is a downloadable booking form on the website. Cheques should be made payable to “RB 2009 Charity Weekend” and sent to Wendy Carle Taylor, 50/1 Leamington Terrace, Edinburgh EH10 4JL. Early booking advised..

 

07790294221                                           www.wendycarletaylor.com                                         0131 229 2005

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