Eisteddfod New York audio recordings

Collection

Identifier: MC-108

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Collection consists of audio recordings on compact disc, audiocassette, digital audiotape (DAT), and DVD of workshops and performances which took place at the Eisteddfod NY. Also includes one file folder containing programs and daily schedules. Open to future additions.

Dates

2000-2009

Creator

Eisteddfod New York (Organization)

Language of Materials

Materials primarily in English

Conditions Governing Access

No restrictions on access to recordings on site in the archives. There may be restrictions on duplication of recordings. Please consult the archivist for permissions.

Biographical / Historical

An “Eisteddfod” is a Welsh entertainment festival featuring musicians, poets and other artists. The American Eisteddfod, founded by design professor and artist Howard T. Glasser, began on the campus of SMU (Southeastern Massachusetts University (now the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth) in 1972, and was held annually until 1996. In 2003 the Folk Music Society of New York, under the direction of Jerry Epstein, moved the festival to New York. Its first location was in Brooklyn, at the Polytechnic University (2003 and 2004), then at the Renaissance Charter School in Jackson Heights, Queens, NY (2006 -2008). There was no festival in 2005. It is usually held in a large field with nearby lodging for those who choose to stay overnight. Attendees are given the opportunity to attend performances, workshops and even perform themselves. The intent of the festival is to continue tradition and invite people to discover and learn about traditional music. Recordings were made under the direction of Donald Wade, sound engineer.