''O wad some Pow'r the giftie gie us To see oursels as others see us! It wad frae monie a blunder free us And foolish notion: What airs in dress an' gait wad lea'e us, And ev'n Devotion!'' Robert Burns (1759-1796) On January 25th, people around the world will celebrate the life of the most beloved Scottish poet, Robert ‘Rabbie’ Burns. Burns' Night will see many people reciting Robert Burns’ poems, whilst dancing traditional Scottish … [Read more...]
Auld Lang Syne: Why is this Scottish Song so Integral to New Year Celebrations Worldwide?
Should auld acquaintance be forgot, And never brought to mind? Should auld acquaintance be forgot, And auld lang syne. For auld lang syne, my jo For auld lang syne. We’ll tak a cup o’ kindness yet, For auld lang syne. As the clock hits midnight on Hogmanay and we celebrate the arrival of a new year, all over the world people will likely be joining hands and singing Auld Lang Syne. Written in 1788 by Scotland’s most … [Read more...]
Proud Glaswegians: The Legacy of the Commonwealth Games
Over the duration of the 2014 Commonwealth Games, Glasgow has charmed the sporting world. We have watched as our city has welcomed some of the world’s best athletes. The star of the show, though, has undoubtedly been Glasgow, and the games have left behind a city full of proud Glaswegians. The Commonwealth Games opened in style with dancing teacakes, a Loch Ness monster sculpture and Scottie dogs. In a splash of colour and music we celebrated … [Read more...]
