Conference, Talks & Lectures

NASC Panel: Singing Lives Lived - Songwriting and Tradition

Moderated by Rebecca Draisey-Collishaw with panellists Ró Ó hEadhra, Susanne Rosenberg, Anna Wikénius & Alasdair Whyte

(Sat 12 Apr: 3:30pm)

Explore the interplay between songwriting and tradition in this thought-provoking panel discussion where the panellists delve into how personal experiences, cultural heritage and traditional influences shape the creation of songs. Discover how contemporary songwriting can honour and evolve long-standing traditions while reflecting the lives and stories of today.

This is a must for anyone interested in the art of songwriting, the preservation of tradition, and the ways in which music connects past and present.

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The North Atlantic Song Convention (NASC) returns to the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh, for three days of traditional song celebration from 11-13 April 2025. Through concerts, workshops, talks, and informal song circles, this welcoming gathering brings together singers and enthusiasts from across the North Atlantic region. Whether you're a professional performer, an academic researcher, or simply love traditional song, NASC offers an inclusive space to share, learn, and celebrate our rich, diverse singing heritage. Guests attending hail from Scotland, Ireland, England, Sweden, Canada, the USA, and beyond.

Purchase a Weekend Pass to make the most of the Convention. Passes are priced £45/£35 concession. These will allow you to book free tickets for all events; if you are planning to attend five or more events across the weekend the Pass will pay for itself (six events if you are eligible for a Concession Pass).

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NASC is supported by: Creative Scotland Heritage Lottery Fund; Traditional Arts & Culture Scotland; Traditional Music Forum (Scotland); Access Folk; Kongero, Bagaduce Music.

• Conference
• £10.00
• 12 April 2025
• 75 minutes
• 15:30
• Scottish Storytelling Centre
• Netherbow Theatre