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On this New Hampshire Outlook: Celebrating Scottish culture in the Granite State. |
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Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. January 25-th is Robbie Burns Day -- the national day of Scotland. The day commemorates the birth of Scotland’s greatest poet. If you've ever sung "Auld Lang Syne" or heard such phrases as "the best laid plans of mice and men," then you've felt the influence of Robert Burns. On this program, we’ll talk to two people who promote Scottish culture here in New Hampshire. But first, Richard Ager with a look at the New Hampshire Highland Games -- held every September -- and considered one of the largest gatherings of the clans in the world. |
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Here to talk about scottish Culture in the granite state: Gordon Webster -- the former Pipe Master for Queen Elizabeth -- and director of the NH School of Scottish Arts -- along with his wife Lezlie, who "founded" the school in Manchester. No need to get the word out about the school -- - they just open the windows. Q GORDON/LEZLIE: You don't usually equate NH with Scots -- Just how sizeable is NH's scottish Population? Q GORDON/LEZLIE: Are they concentrated in certain parts of the state -- |
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Q I understand the BAGPIPE MUSEUM may be moving from Baltimore to NH? Would that put NH on the MAP in terms of scottish culture along with Highland games. ====== BETH: WE'VE GOT A MAP HERE -- DEPICTING THE GEOGRAPHY OF THE REGION. SCOTLAND occupies the northern 1/3rd of GREAT BRITAIN. Can see where the Scottish Highlands are, and Ireland. In looking at the map you can see why-- throughout history -there's been a constant migration between Scotland and Ireland. And, there's been centuries of shared culture, history and language. GORDON: Safe to say that's often lead to SOME CONFUSION as to what's IRISH and What's SCOTTISH? ** NAMES: If look at list of Irish and Scottish SURNAMES you'd likely see a lot of similarities. ** shared customs and languages like GAELIC. I always thought Gaelic Language spoken by the IRISH --but there's a SCOTS GAELIC? / close but not identical SAMPLE: Q Give us a sense of the SCOTTISH INFLUENCE influence -- we see here in this country? Q I understand you two met at the Highland Games in NH --years ago when Gordon was a Pipe Major for the Scottish Guard -- and you were a judge for the piping. Q How is it the SCOTS have been able to PRESERVE their culture more readily than others that have assimilated here in the United States? Q How -- and why did the school get underway? Q What would you want people to know about scottish Culture? |
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Finally, in a special tribute to Robert Burns -- we'll close out our program with one of his best-loved tunes including Auld Lang Syne as performed by Master Piper Gordon Webster. I'm Beth Carroll Thanks for watching. We'll see you next time. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook: The North Country honors Governor John Lynch. The Inaugural Ball festivities plus a look at the economy in that part of the state. Tonight at 10:00 only on New Hampshire Public Television. |
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SOURCE TAPE: NH SCOTTISH ARTS OUTLOOK 21 SCOTS SOT 6:26: 33 you can 6:26:55 music up of bagpipe ----- 6:27: 19 music up.girl dancing 6:27:30 right foot SOT RUNS about:35 ============================================== SCHOOL BROLL VO about:45 snd up.V0 b-roll of kids dancing/ boys and girls more bag pipe session for broll |
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Little did tutor John Murdoch know that the young pupil who "made rapid progress in reading and was just tolerable at writing" would grow up to become Scotland's national Bard. Born in Alloway, Ayrshire, in 1759 to William Burness, a poor tenant farmer, and Agnes Broun, Robert Burns was the eldest of seven. He spent his youth working his father's farm, but in spite of his poverty he was extremely well read - at the insistence of his father, who employed a tutor for Robert and younger brother Gilbert. At 15 Robert was the principal worker on the farm and this prompted him to start writing in an attempt to find "some kind of counterpoise for his circumstances." It was at this tender age that Burns penned his first verse, "My Handsome Nell", which was an ode to the other subjects that dominated his life, namely scotch and women. When his father died in 1784, Robert and his brother became partners in the farm. However, Robert was more interested in the romantic nature of poetry than the arduous graft of ploughing and, having had some misadventures with the ladies , he planned to escape to the safer, sunnier climes of the West Indies. However, at the point of abandoning farming, his first collection "Poems- Chiefly in the Scottish Dialect - Kilmarnock Edition" , was published and received much critical acclaim. This, together with pride of parenthood, made him stay in Scotland. He moved around the country, eventually arriving in Edinburgh, where he mingled in the illustrious circles of the artists and writers who were agog at the "Ploughman Poet." In a matter of weeks he was transformed from local hero to a national celebrity, fussed over by the Edinburgh literati of the day, and Jean Armour's father allowed her to marry him, now that he was no longer a lowly wordsmith. Alas, the trappings of fame did not bring fortune and he took up a job as an exciseman to supplement the meagre income. Whilst collecting taxes he continued to write, contributing songs to the likes of James Johnston's "Scot's Musical Museum" and George Thomson's "Select Collection of Original Scottish Airs." In all, more than 400 of Burns' songs are still in existence. The last years of Burns' life were devoted to penning great poetic masterpieces such as The Lea Rig, Tam O'Shanter and a Red, Red Rose. He died aged 37 of heart disease exacerbated by the hard manual work he undertook when he was young. His death occurred on the same day as his wife Jean gave birth to his last son, Maxwell. On the day of his burial more than 10,000 people came to watch and pay their respects. However, his popularity then was nothing compared to the heights it has reached since. On the anniversary of his birth, Scots both at home and abroad celebrate Robert Burns with a supper, where they address the haggis, the ladies and whisky. A celebration which would undoubtedly make him proud. Indexes of Burns' birth and marriage certificates can be found at www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk Rabbie isn't the only great scot - find out about other famous Scots here The complete guide to Scotland's history. Take a trip in time Search our thousands of tartans - where you can view a sample and its history This site is brought to you by Scotland Online |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 1/25/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 15:00 On this New Hampshire Outlook: Celebrating Scottish culture in the Granite State. Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. January 25th is Robbie Burns Day the national day of Scotland. The day commemorates the birth of Scotland’s greatest poet. If you've ever sung "Auld Lang Syne" or heard such phrases as "the best laid plans of mice and men," then you've felt the influence of Robert Burns. On this program, we’ll talk to two people who promote Scottish culture here in New Hampshire. But first, Richard Ager with a look at the New Hampshire Highland Games held every September and considered one of the largest gatherings of the clans in the world. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Richard Ager NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Dennis Ducsik\Drum Major, Worcester Kiltie Pipe Band, John Rankin\British Consul-General to New England, David Christie\MC, NH Highland Games, Wout Zylstra\Games Athlete, Netherlands, Gregor Edmunds\Games Athlete, Scotland, Hugh Statham\U.S. Manager, Taylor Highland Crafts, Gustav Sculptor\Utilikilts of Seattle, Ellen Avery\Vice Chair, NH Highland Games, Nina Eppes\Kennedy Society of North America, Wallace Turnbull\Clan Turnbull, Ian McAndrew\Cameron's Market, Brick, NJ |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 1/25/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 15:00 On this New Hampshire Outlook: Celebrating Scottish culture in the Granite State. Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. January 25th is Robbie Burns Day the national day of Scotland. The day commemorates the birth of Scotland’s greatest poet. If you've ever sung "Auld Lang Syne" or heard such phrases as "the best laid plans of mice and men," then you've felt the influence of Robert Burns. On this program, we’ll talk to two people who promote Scottish culture here in New Hampshire. But first, Richard Ager with a look at the New Hampshire Highland Games held every September and considered one of the largest gatherings of the clans in the world. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Richard Ager NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Dennis Ducsik\Drum Major, Worcester Kiltie Pipe Band, John Rankin\British Consul-General to New England, David Christie\MC, NH Highland Games, Wout Zylstra\Games Athlete, Netherlands, Gregor Edmunds\Games Athlete, Scotland, Hugh Statham\U.S. Manager, Taylor Highland Crafts, Gustav Sculptor\Utilikilts of Seattle, Ellen Avery\Vice Chair, NH Highland Games, Nina Eppes\Kennedy Society of North America, Wallace Turnbull\Clan Turnbull, Ian McAndrew\Cameron's Market, Brick, NJ |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 1/25/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 10:00 On this New Hampshire Outlook: Celebrating Scottish culture in the Granite State. Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. Here to talk about scottish Culture in the granite state: Gordon Webster the former Pipe Master for Queen Elizabeth and director of the NH School of Scottish Arts, along with his wife Lezlie, who "founded" the school in Manchester. No need to get the word out about the school they just open the windows. PRODUCER/REPORTER: NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Gordon Webster\Director, NH School of Scottish Arts, Lezlie Webster\Founder, NH School of Scottish Arts |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 1/25/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 10:00 On this New Hampshire Outlook: Celebrating Scottish culture in the Granite State. Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. Here to talk about scottish Culture in the granite state: Gordon Webster the former Pipe Master for Queen Elizabeth and director of the NH School of Scottish Arts, along with his wife Lezlie, who "founded" the school in Manchester. No need to get the word out about the school they just open the windows. PRODUCER/REPORTER: NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Gordon Webster\Director, NH School of Scottish Arts, Lezlie Webster\Founder, NH School of Scottish Arts |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 1/25/05 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 10:00 On this New Hampshire Outlook: Celebrating Scottish culture in the Granite State. Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. Here to talk about scottish Culture in the granite state: Gordon Webster the former Pipe Master for Queen Elizabeth and director of the NH School of Scottish Arts, along with his wife Lezlie, who "founded" the school in Manchester. No need to get the word out about the school they just open the windows. PRODUCER/REPORTER: NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Gordon Webster\Director, NH School of Scottish Arts, Lezlie Webster\Founder, NH School of Scottish Arts |
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Thursday, January 25, 2005: We pretaped an interview with Gov. Jeanne Shaheen for Thursday's show at 4pm. That went smoothly. The guests for tonight's show arrived just after 4:30pm. We taped one of the guests playing bagpipes for the end of tonight's show. We started taping the show just before 5:30pm. All went well. We added some video into the show after taping. We finished a little after 6pm. |
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