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The Eisteddfod
Everything you ever wanted to know about this exciting Welsh cultural tradition and its history.
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Druidic Ceremonies at National Eisteddfod, Wales
Controversy erupts over the bardic induction of Dr Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Wales and Primate designate of the Church of England as a Druid at the annual Eisteddfod , Wales. But this is a matter of Celtic culture not religion suggests The Travelsleuth.
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Welsh: The Language of Song, Part I
From choirs to cerdd dant to the Gymanfa Ganu, Welsh-language musical traditions are plentiful and widely enjoyed.

The Llangollen Eisteddfod
The Travelsleuth July diary takes in the annual music festival at Llangollen, the 'Eisteddfod Gerddorol Gydwladol Llangollen' in North Wales, and discovers the haunting gothic beauty of the nearby ruined Valle Crucis Abbey
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Midsummer Update – Ysgrif Ganol Haf
Some bite-sized updates on Welsh resources to enhance your summer learning, plus a preview of upcoming articles.
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The Future of Welsh Language in Patagonia
Through the joint efforts of language advocates in Wales and Argentina, policies and programs are being implemented to help ensure the survival of Welsh in Patagonia.
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Welsh Language in Patagonia
Patagonia has a secret! Welsh immigrants travelled to South America in 1865. Their descendants are still there and they still keep the Welsh language and culture alive.
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Cwrs Cymraeg Cymdeithas Madog, Part I
An inside look at what happens on North America's finest and most enjoyable week-long Welsh course.
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Excuses to Party in August
August is the month of Cowes Week, shooting stars, holidays and carnivals. If ordinary barbecues and picnics don't appeal, here are some ideas for a themed party.
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History of the Welsh Language, Part 5
During the 20th century, the tireless efforts of language advocates helped Welsh begin to recover. This is perhaps the most exciting time in the history of the language.
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Pontypridd Male Choir Comes to California
Côr Meibion Pontypridd’s recent visit to the States gave America a taste of a longstanding Welsh choral tradition.
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Cwrs Cymraeg Cymdeithas Madog, Part II
Our inside look at North America's finest and most enjoyable week-long Welsh course continues with highlights of the culminating events, including the Eisteddfod.
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From Broadcasting to Narrowcasting
How will digital broadcasting change our world? We examine multi-cultural broadcasting as it is today... and as it may be soon.
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July Festivals, Pt. 1.
In the first of two articles, The Travelsleuth picks out some of the many interesting festivals taking place in England this July.
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Yn y dechreuad yr oedd y Gair: P-Celtic Languages
Welsh and Breton dig in for the fight of their lives.
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It's Festival Time!
Check out the top European music festivals with the Travelsleuth. Opera to popera, classical to jazz from the North Sea to the Mediterranean, Europe is a land of music, song and dance this July.<b>Updated 11 July, 03</B>
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The Welsh Language: A Cultural Revival
A synopsis of the history, origins, and current status of the Welsh language, which was once in danger of dying out.
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History of the Welsh Language, Part 2
The aftermath of Roman Britain, and the rise of the Welsh nation and its language.
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History of the Welsh Language, Part 3
After Owain Glyndwr's rebellion, the Acts of Union ensured the subordination of the Welsh language...until the Welsh Bible and the spread of Methodism brought it to the forefront again.
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Iaith Y Wladfa: The Welsh in Patagonia
A brief history of the Welsh colony founded in 1865 in Patagonia, Argentina, where the Welsh language and culture have endured to this day.
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Welsh: The Language of Song, Part II
The major traditions of Welsh vocal music still resonate today, from the choir to the opera, from rugby games to the Gymanfa Ganu. Folk songs, hymns, and choral music are especially popular.
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History of the Welsh Language, Part 4
The generally "British" identity which followed the Industrial Revolution slowly gave way to Welsh nationalism on the political, social, and linguistic levels.
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New British Poetry: 6 Wales
A brief introduction to the contemporary poetry scene in Wales, with details and reviews of four new volumes of poetry, including two representative anthologies.
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Welsh: The Language of Song, Part III
A brief discussion of modern Welsh music, plus some vocal music that isn’t in Welsh, followed by a detailed look at a tradition that is particularly Welsh—cerdd dant.
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