CULTURAL CONNECTIONS was created in 2000 to promote Scottish Traditional Music and Scottish History. Scotland has a particularly rich musical historical and cultural heritage.
Scottish traditional / Celtic music has increased significantly, in both participation and popularity in recent decades, and we are actively involved in this as organisers and promoters of our folk music concerts.
From 2005-2024, we expanded our commitment to promoting Scottish History by using drama and music. Our productions aimed to make Scottish History come alive in an educational and entertaining way, using professional actors and musicians. Too often, this history is neglected by the educational system, the media and Scottish society at large. Consequently, many of us in Scotland have only a scant knowledge of our past.
We now offer Historical Talks, based on key individuals, from our past productions, who have made a significant impact on Scottish History. These talks last about 40 minutes, accompanied by a PowerPoint presentation.
WHO ARE WE?
At our core is Dave and Lorna Dewar. Dave is the researcher and writer of the Historical Talks. Lorna deals with all the administration for the talks and the folk music concerts.