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<title>Memphis Scottish Society Links</title><link>http://memphisscots.com/index.html</link><description>Links posted to the Memphis Scottish Society website link&#x27;s page.</description><dc:language>en</dc:language><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><dc:rights>Copyright 2006 MSSI</dc:rights><dc:date>2007-10-23T20:55:44-05:00</dc:date><admin:generatorAgent rdf:resource="http://www.realmacsoftware.com/" />
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<lastBuildDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2007 21:41:59 -0500</lastBuildDate><item><title>Your Scottish Descent</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Information</category><dc:date>2007-10-23T20:55:44-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/63baf3f686c7d0c92f369858806b969f-24.html#unique-entry-id-24</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/63baf3f686c7d0c92f369858806b969f-24.html#unique-entry-id-24</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Based in Scotland Your Scottish Descent offers a professional Scottish family history research service to anyone looking to find out about their Scottish ancestry.   We work hard to trace and build your Scottish family tree, helping to bring you closer to your Scottish roots.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Celtic Society of West Tennessee</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Societies</category><dc:date>2007-07-25T19:49:00-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/e9cc0151e61e1e2951a12049ddbe6d52-23.html#unique-entry-id-23</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/e9cc0151e61e1e2951a12049ddbe6d52-23.html#unique-entry-id-23</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Tribes from these nations have been spoken of by many historians, leaders, and philosophers in ages past with references to the Celtic way of life.   Numerous artifacts have been unearthed that show clear evidence of their intelligence and craftsmanship.


From the ambition of their hearts and the strength of their spirit, they created a culture that surrounds our being today.   Our kindred origins have journeyed long throughout the centuries and even now &mdash; the will to analyze and create still runs through our veins with a "particular" inherited pride.


Therefore, we encourage you to join the Celtic Society of West Tennessee in the fulfillment of enriching the lives of others with charity and the educational discoveries of their Celtic Heritage.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Usopo.com - Society Links Directory</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Societies</category><dc:date>2007-05-10T10:35:44-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/efbffb776b00e465e9a34ce3cc0cad89-22.html#unique-entry-id-22</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/efbffb776b00e465e9a34ce3cc0cad89-22.html#unique-entry-id-22</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Usopo.com - Society Links Directory A directory of various Societies (ethnic groups, religious groups, issues, family, and more).]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Scotclans Launches Robert Burns Site</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Robert Burns</category><dc:date>2007-01-17T13:57:10-06:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/0b99185b80cfa10032e462e015fc8f03-21.html#unique-entry-id-21</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/0b99185b80cfa10032e462e015fc8f03-21.html#unique-entry-id-21</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[In this website discover his many characters and the country that bore him.   The man who became scotland's favourite poet ...


... our national baird ...   Robert Burns]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Scottish Independence Convention</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Societies</category><dc:date>2006-12-06T00:14:52-06:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/ddb844b4ef58ae21a596908333f312dc-20.html#unique-entry-id-20</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/ddb844b4ef58ae21a596908333f312dc-20.html#unique-entry-id-20</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Opinion polls in Scotland are again showing a majority for independence.   It has happened before, of course, but this time it is all rather different.   The rise of the independence movement under the umbrella of the new Scottish Independence Convention has a defined and clear purpose this time &mdash; to return independence-supporting political parties and MSPs to power in the Scottish Parliament.   And then to call a referendum on independence.


The Scottish people have never been asked if they want independence.   They were not asked 300 years ago when in 1707 their rulers voted the independent Scottish Parliament out of existence amid allegations of bribery and the threat of invasion.   There was no democracy in those days.   The only way the people could vent their feelings was by taking to the streets in protest.   And they have not been asked since.   The argument that every British general election is a referendum is spurious because other crucial political issues are always at stake &mdash; and, of course, Scotland could never return a majority in the English-dominated House of Commons.


So the 300th anniversary of the Treaty of Union is the ideal time to vote for democracy and for an independence referendum.   So come along and join the campaign.   Even better, come and join the winning side!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Scots Language Site with Audio</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Language</category><dc:date>2006-12-04T10:32:47-06:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/4ef85d15d34fc8ac5a2d104c1d037189-19.html#unique-entry-id-19</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/4ef85d15d34fc8ac5a2d104c1d037189-19.html#unique-entry-id-19</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The site contains lots of interesting information about Scots, the language spoken throughout Scotland from Shetland to Galloway and Aberdeen to Glasgow.   You can read about the history of Scots and find out about the people that speak it today.   Almost everything on the site is available in English too.   Just move between the two languages if there are Scots words that you don't understand.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Buying Your Kilt</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Information</category><dc:date>2006-11-03T09:19:03-06:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/ebb883ff45461bd7bc42cfcde4320d3b-18.html#unique-entry-id-18</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/ebb883ff45461bd7bc42cfcde4320d3b-18.html#unique-entry-id-18</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[This e-book is a personal gift to you from Dr Nicholas J Fiddes.   All views and information are his own, and do not necessarily represent his company, Scotweb.   If you find it helpful, please copy it to send to friends.   But read the copyright conditions on the front cover first.   For linking information, please see this page.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Scotweb</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Mercantile</category><dc:date>2006-10-30T09:40:57-06:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/e42f0237e4faca92762151d45b96d616-17.html#unique-entry-id-17</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/e42f0237e4faca92762151d45b96d616-17.html#unique-entry-id-17</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Scotweb was founded in 1995.   We were the first Scottish company to bring the world the best of Scottish goods and services over the web with secure e-commerce.


Ever since, we have sought to deal only with suppliers of goods and services whose own standards of excellence we can vouch for.   We look for quality and authenticity, and demand service standards that are second to none.   Most of our suppliers are uniquely on Scotweb, so you won't find their products anywhere else.


If you are an appropriate business wishing to promote your products online, Scotweb has an unrivaled track record of proven success.   Explore our range of services from the menu on our site!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Celtic History</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>History</category><dc:date>2006-08-03T19:14:16-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/fc76dcc2cace5180b1eb9af7e9a79034-16.html#unique-entry-id-16</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/fc76dcc2cace5180b1eb9af7e9a79034-16.html#unique-entry-id-16</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Celtic History


Celtic people were at one time all over Europe, from the British Isles in the west, to even as far as what is now Turkey in the East, living in tribes or clans with their own chief or king.   The ancient Greeks coined the name Keltoi to refer to, as they saw them, their mysterious neighbours.   It meant "hidden/secretive people". [more&hellip;]]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Scottish Quest Board Game</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Entertainment</category><dc:date>2006-07-13T23:07:48-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/24ef5c817321a9a5ad42db56078a1dfe-15.html#unique-entry-id-15</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/24ef5c817321a9a5ad42db56078a1dfe-15.html#unique-entry-id-15</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ How Scottish Are You?   Scottish Quest&trade; is the fun new board game where you can discover the wonders of Scotland without leaving home.


Both entertaining and educational, Scottish Quest is a great family game for 2-6 players which tests and informs your general knowledge of Scotland in four categories: History, Nature, Modern and Culture.


With 2,400 multiple questions and 600 questions in each category, there's so much to learn &mdash; and the accompanying booklet enhances the experience with in-depth explanations for many of the answers.


You will tour the country on your mission to collect the letters "Q.U.E.S.T."   Destiny cards may help or hinder you and, of course, you'll need Sovereigns to help pay your way.


[more&hellip;]
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>&#x22;My Clan&#x22; Website</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Clan Sites</category><dc:date>2006-07-13T22:56:17-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/94c2ca8dae648c295a2f755afe747457-14.html#unique-entry-id-14</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/94c2ca8dae648c295a2f755afe747457-14.html#unique-entry-id-14</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The contents of MyClan.com are drawn from the Encyclopaedia of Scottish Clans and Families printed by Harper Collins and approved by the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs in 1995.


This is a good site for researching information about your clan.   For a full listing of clans, both Standing and Armigerous, CLICK HERE.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Scottish Music Center</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Music</category><dc:date>2006-06-08T21:47:04-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/1df252db6d99a6b9116e92d6c2609433-13.html#unique-entry-id-13</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/1df252db6d99a6b9116e92d6c2609433-13.html#unique-entry-id-13</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ The Scottish Music Centre is a one-stop shop for information for anyone interested in music and is home to an enormous archive of nearly 30,000 items, ranging from copies of 18th Century song-sheets and Scottish contemporary classical scores to the latest CD releases from traditional, rock, jazz and indie bands.


Visitors to the Centre can also use computers with a range of the latest music software, including Sibelius 4 and Garageband, and read a variety of specialist music publications, directories and magazines relevant to all musical styles and interests.


Add to this a seemingly endless electronic database resource and a team of experts whose enthusiasm and personal knowledge is second to none, and the result is a hub of information, offering unparalleled access to knowledge and advice about music created, performed or recorded in Scotland.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Burns Festival</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Robert Burns</category><dc:date>2006-06-08T21:46:23-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/7743486de350aade0182fbb02db6e3b2-12.html#unique-entry-id-12</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/7743486de350aade0182fbb02db6e3b2-12.html#unique-entry-id-12</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Burns Festival Locals and visitors alike were presented with a wide and varied programme of events which were well attended and, I am sure, enjoyed by all.


The programme of fringe events throughout Ayrshire was varied and diverse and those taking part showed that there is real talent in this part of the world.   I have received feedback from some foreign guests that confirms that Ayrshire has a lot to offer and what was offered was very much enjoyed.


...The Turnberry concerts provided three very different evenings set in the beautiful grounds of The Westin Turnberry Hotel on the Ayrshire coast.   Whilst, the weather may not have been ideal, the entertainment definitely hit the right notes.


Nicky Spence looked dashing in his pinstripe kilt suit and his rendition of Burns songs was both beautiful and moving.   Katherine Jenkins added a touch of glamour and entertained the audience with her stunning Welsh voice.   Both stars were accompanied by the Orchestra of the Scottish Opera and all provided a fantastic start to the concert series.


On Saturday night, Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra, together with guests Sam Brown, Ruby Turner and Eddie Reader had the audience almost jumping to his inimitable style of music.


Sunday night saw The Royal Scottish National Orchestra accompanying Eddie Reader, Karen Matheson and Phil Cunningham.   The weather had brightened and the crowd were happily clapping and stamping their feet to the traditional Scottish sounds.


...Lots of people braved the rain to be entertained by screaming preachers; living statues; local amateur drama groups and the sounds of The Audreys; Michael Marra and Karen Matheson.


The two Fresh Ayr concerts were very different, but drew the crowds out to the town centre on Saturday and Sunday night.   The Proclaimers brought Wellington Square alive and it seemed that thousands walked the 500 miles with them through the town.   On Sunday night the town had a youthful look about it as the young (and possibly not so young) were entertained by Sons and Daughters.   The concerts were followed by a spectacular fireworks display on the Low Green.


For me, the highlight of the Festival was The Robert Burns Humanitarian Award.   This year the award ceremony took place in Ayr Town Hall and was, for the first time, an event in its own right.


We were extremely fortunate to have three of the shortlisted nominees represented at the event this year.   The award was made posthumously to Marla Ruzicka, who, was, in the words of one obituary, &ldquo;an extraordinary, one-person American aid agency, who worked tirelessly to get compensation for victims of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.&rdquo;   Though only 28 when she died &ndash; killed by a car bomb in Baghdad in April 2005 - she had spent much of her life helping ordinary people whose lives had been shattered by conflict.


Marla&rsquo;s sister, Jill Leighton travelled from Los Angeles to collect the award.   Whilst video footage provided details of Marla&rsquo;s work, Jill gave the audience an insight into Marla the person; the sister.


I would like to say thank you to all those involved in this year&rsquo;s Festival and to those who attended so many of the events.   I hope that we can build on this year and make the Burns an&rsquo; a&rsquo; that! ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>&#x22;Scots-L&#x22; Scottish music and culture resource pages</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Music</category><dc:date>2006-05-10T21:59:13-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/62d8e8a262a65b756e6fc4349f39f0d9-11.html#unique-entry-id-11</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/62d8e8a262a65b756e6fc4349f39f0d9-11.html#unique-entry-id-11</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA["Scots-L" Scottish Music and Culture Resource Pages  These pages are provided as a resource for anyone interested in Scottish music &mdash; whether playing, performing, listening, dancing to it, or whatever, and the culture which gives (and gave) rise to this music.   If you can't find what you are looking for there, please contact Ian Brockbank, not the webmaster of this site.


:-) Tongue-in-Cheek History of Celtic Song and Music ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Richard Robinson&#x27;s Tunebook</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Music</category><dc:date>2006-05-10T21:40:24-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/b7724d789db54e90704b2a0589237571-10.html#unique-entry-id-10</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/b7724d789db54e90704b2a0589237571-10.html#unique-entry-id-10</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Richard Robinson's Tunebook


This is a collection of traditional tunes, and new tunes in traditional styles &mdash; Scots tunes, Irish tunes, Scandinavian, English, French, Balkan and more.   They are available in two forms &mdash; as ABC notation, and as small black-and-white images of the written music.   There are no sound recordings.   The images are low-resolution (85dpi) and small (average size is around 5Kb).   They are intended for on-screen use, and would be fairly ugly printed.   If you want printed copy, I'd suggest using the ABC.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Conrad Bladey&#x27;s Beuk O&#x27; Newcassel Sangs</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Music</category><dc:date>2006-05-10T21:26:00-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/5d5735d4ac336af5506e3d0acdc4febd-9.html#unique-entry-id-9</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/5d5735d4ac336af5506e3d0acdc4febd-9.html#unique-entry-id-9</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Conrad Bladey's Beuk O' Newcassel Sangs 


During the last many decades, yeah even centuries, so great has been the progress of education amongst the humbler classes of society, that many of those eccentricities so often seized upon by our local poets as subjects of humourous satire, are fast disappearing, and ere many more years shall have elapsed, the Songs of our Local Bards will be the only memorials of the peculiar characteristics of this ancient border town.   Should an occasional coarseness of language meet the eye, let not the fastidious reader forget, that such were the modes of expression used by the parties described, and that elegance of language would be as much out of place as are the polished classical sentences of Shenstone's rustices, so often and so justly a theme of censure.


<font size="1">&mdash; Adapted from the Newcastle Song Book or Tyne-Side Songster, 


W.  & T.   Fordyce, Newcastle Upon Tyne.</font>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>The National Association of Gaelic Arts Youth Tuition Festivals</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Art</category><dc:date>2006-05-09T21:35:56-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/20a5b25bc87aa5b13e8e4093bef8f80f-8.html#unique-entry-id-8</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/20a5b25bc87aa5b13e8e4093bef8f80f-8.html#unique-entry-id-8</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ F&egrave;isean nan G&agrave;idheal


The National Association of Gaelic Arts Youth Tuition Festivals 


F&egrave;isean nan G&agrave;idheal was established in 1988 as the independent umbrella association of the F&egrave;is movement.   The organisation offers grant-aid, training programmes, insurance, instrument-bank administration, published resources and many other services to its member F&egrave;isean.   This includes a regular newsletter entitled Faileas.


In addition to the F&egrave;isean themselves, nearly 1,500 follow-on classes were supported by F&egrave;isean nan G&agrave;idheal in 2004-5.   The total number of young people participating in F&egrave;is activities over the year totalled 4,887.


F&egrave;isean nan G&agrave;idheal continues to support the Meanbh-chuileag Theatre Company, which tours schools with plays focussing on Gaelic culture and history.   In addition, we deliver a programme of traditional music tuition in all Highland Council schools as part of the Youth Music Initiative.   In 2004-5, 3,515 children saw a Meanbh-chuileag production, and 4,666 took part on the schools tuition, bringing the total number of children involved in F&egrave;isean nan G&agrave;idheal-supported activities to over 13,000.


F&egrave;isean nan G&agrave;idheal's staff has increased significantly in the past few years.   The organisation currently employs 12 members of staff; a full-time director, development manager, finance officer and development officer; a part-time training officer; a part-time administrator; a full-time development worker for the Lochaber f&egrave;isean; two part-time support workers for area f&egrave;isean; two full-time project officers for Meanbh-chuileag, and a part-time collator for the Disclosure process.   F&egrave;isean currently provide employment for the equivalent of 11.8 full-time tutor posts, and new funding has enabled organisers to employ part-time administrators to support volunteer activity.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Scotland FAQ</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Information</category><dc:date>2006-05-09T21:31:50-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/048dbf357b458fadc6f8ae1a7baf4dfa-7.html#unique-entry-id-7</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/048dbf357b458fadc6f8ae1a7baf4dfa-7.html#unique-entry-id-7</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ 


The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for the soc.culture.scottish usenet newsgroup lives here.   The FAQ contains hundreds of pages of information and is the first on-line guide to Scotland (founded Spring 1994).   This version of the FAQ's web site typically receives well over 2,000 page views a day.


Includes a search engine.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Electric Scotland</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Information</category><dc:date>2006-05-08T19:21:00-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/985463cbfea6fddbd8a699cc95a2c75e-6.html#unique-entry-id-6</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/985463cbfea6fddbd8a699cc95a2c75e-6.html#unique-entry-id-6</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Electric Scotland brings you comprehensive information on Scotland, Scots and people and places of Scots descent.   Includes information on Scottish & Irish clans and families and their tartans.   History of Scotland including it's early history, highland regiments, battles, places, famous Scots and connections with places around the world where Scots settled.   You will also find lots more information on travel and tourism, poetry, humor, food and recipes.   We also have a great Kids section where you can play games and find over 600 children's stories to read.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Folk Music Library</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Music</category><dc:date>2006-05-06T19:13:00-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/d95a9bee81cff5c268ea34e9b79be410-5.html#unique-entry-id-5</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/d95a9bee81cff5c268ea34e9b79be410-5.html#unique-entry-id-5</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[<table width="160"><td align="center"> </td></tr><td><i><font size="1">Photo of Jim Creedy, one of the images from the VWML Archives</font></i></td></table> Folk Music Library Goes Online


The Vaughan Williams Memorial Library today launches VWML Online.


Indexes to the collections of some of the best-known folk music collectors of the twentieth century are now available on the Library's website &#8212; http://library.efdss.org.


In the early years of the twentieth century, musicians and activists such as Ralph Vaughan Williams in East Anglia, Cecil Sharp in Somerset (and the Appalachian Mountains of the USA), Lucy Broadwood (Sussex), Henry and Robert Hammond in Dorset and George Gardiner in Hampshire collected hundreds of folk songs and tunes from agricultural workers, Gypsies and artisans in towns and villages in rural communities in England and beyond.   For some &#8212; such as Vaughan Williams &#8212; the songs provided the inspiration for his compositions and editing The English Hymnal.   Others, including Cecil Sharp, adapted the songs for use in schools.   In recent decades, these songs have become increasingly popular as performed by musicians such as Martin Carthy, Norma Waterson, their daughter Eliza Carthy, and Kate Rusby.   And now a whole new generation is becoming aware of the folk arts that surround them.


VWML Online allows anybody to search these important collections by titles, the source singers' names, and their place of residence and dates of collection.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Scottish National Dictionary</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Language</category><dc:date>2006-05-09T19:06:11-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/a00427b8a7b0bb15358e199646a321aa-4.html#unique-entry-id-4</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/a00427b8a7b0bb15358e199646a321aa-4.html#unique-entry-id-4</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Scottish National Dictionary


The Dictionary of the Scots Language&nbsp; (DSL) comprises electronic editions of the two major historical dictionaries of the Scots language: the 12-volume Dictionary of the Older Scottish Tongue (DOST) and the 10-volume Scottish National Dictionary (SND).   DOST contains information about Scots words in use from the twelfth to the end of the seventeenth centuries (Older Scots); and SND contains information about Scots words in use from 1700 to the 1970s (modern Scots).   Together these 22 volumes provide a comprehensive history of Scots, and a New Supplement now (2005) brings the record of the language up to date.   These are therefore essential research tools for anyone interested in the history of either Scots or English language, and for historical or literary scholars whose sources are written in Scots or may contain Scots usages.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Highland Warriors: Kingdom of the Gael</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Societies</category><dc:date>2006-04-26T18:52:00-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/fb2644d20797f59f62e4072336a94350-3.html#unique-entry-id-3</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/fb2644d20797f59f62e4072336a94350-3.html#unique-entry-id-3</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ From old long ago on that far away isle, lest we forget Bannockburn to Culloden.


Our colors and tartans still stream through the mind, now a faint memory of a forgotten time.


Echoes of battle, men clad in tartans carrying shields and broadswords, sound their battle cries.


Generations and continents away, yet forever the blood is strong and the soul is highland. 


We who remember from Robert the Bruce to the young Pretender.


From old long ago Scotland forever, forever the clan in that dark island land.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Folk Music of England&#x2c; Scotland&#x2c; Ireland&#x2c; Wales and America</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Music</category><dc:date>2006-05-09T18:00:10-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/cc42405914db287b5a572efefe1a4716-2.html#unique-entry-id-2</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/cc42405914db287b5a572efefe1a4716-2.html#unique-entry-id-2</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ 


Folk and Traditional Music and Popular Songs, with Lyrics, Midi, Tune Information and History behind the folksongs and ballads.   Irish, British and American Folk Music including Francis J.   Child Ballads and Sea Shanties.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>The Celtic Moor</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Mercantile</category><dc:date>2006-05-09T17:28:47-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/2c5a4dcaf0567e9c98e852b1cc71f6b1-1.html#unique-entry-id-1</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/2c5a4dcaf0567e9c98e852b1cc71f6b1-1.html#unique-entry-id-1</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Located in Jackson, Tennessee, The Celtic Moor is open  from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Tuesday through Saturday. [directions...]


The Celtic Moor is the exclusive supplier of Tennessee State Tartan.   They also carry an extensive collection of top quality apparel and gift items from Scotland, Ireland, England and beyond, including imported foods for those with a taste for hame.


They also do Special Orders to help plan themed weddings, whether Scottish, Irish or Renaissance, including the arrangement of kilt rentals and the accessories for a truly beautiful day.


CLICK HERE to visit their West TN events blog.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Auld Lang Syne</title><dc:creator>webmaster@memphisscots.com</dc:creator><category>Robert Burns</category><dc:date>2006-04-24T17:18:00-05:00</dc:date><link>http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/f4ad444dfbd9787b6d1eaf87bb47e082-0.html#unique-entry-id-0</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://memphisscots.com/Info/Links_files/f4ad444dfbd9787b6d1eaf87bb47e082-0.html#unique-entry-id-0</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Only "Happy Birthday to you" is sung more often than Scotland&rsquo;s hymn of conviviality.   It is possibly the most-sung song by most people in musical history, a veritable anthem for the world.  &nbsp; Yet, of all these millions who sing it annually, only a few know the original (or even correct) words, and even fewer understand what they mean.  &nbsp; Generations of errors have been incorporated into the original lyric; it may take another millennium to get rid of them.]]></content:encoded></item></channel>
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