What is... the role of Scots in the Trad Arts?
with Steve Byrne | Edinburgh Tradfest 2026
(Sat 9 May: 1pm)
With the passing of the Scottish Languages Act last year, Scots (along with Gaelic) finally got its long-overdue official recognition as one of Scotland’s national languages. Come and learn more about the cultural kist o riches, from the medieval makars to the Bothy Ballads in this session led by Scots speaker and singer, Steve Byrne, as he takes you through Scots’ central place in the Traditional Arts in Scotland.
Stay on for a celebration of Scots song at the drop-in Young Scots Singers event from 2:30pm.
This event is free and ticketed. It will take place simultaneously in-person and online. Please select your desired format by clicking on the date below. Bookers for the digital option will receive the joining link in their confirmation email.
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Talk
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£0.00 -
9 May 2026 -
60 minutes -
Scottish Storytelling Centre -
Storytelling Court
