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National Library     The songs of Robert Tannahill
19:00 Wednesday, June 04 2008

Dr Fred Freeman takes an exhilarating look at Robert Tannahill.

The 18th century Paisley weaver and songwriter wrote over 100 songs of a quality comparable to Burns.

Tannahill CD

Numerous musical examples come from Dr Freeman's recently released CD, 'The Complete Songs of Robert Tannahill, Volume 1'.

Wednesday 30th July
19.00

To book your free place(s), get further information, or join the events mailing list, please phone 0131 623 4675 or e-mail: events@nls.uk

Postal address:
National Library of Scotland
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EW

Regular exhibition opening hours are:
10am-8pm Monday to Friday
10am-5pm Saturday
2pm to 5pm on Sundays.

Location:
National Library
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EW

Contact Information:
National Library
0131 623 4675
events@nls.uk
http://www.nls.uk/


Fee: Free: Booking recommended
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