'The Beginning of Scotland's Music' - John Purser
Uamh An Ard Achadh (Cave of the High Field or High Pasture Cave) was discovered in 1972 by students from the University of London Speleological Society. It lies approximately 1km south east of Torrin and 4 km west of Broadford on the Isle of Skye. In a high-level fossil passage of the cave were found archaeological deposits relating to the use of the site during the Late Bronze Age and Iron Age. In this setting John Purser, assisted by Project Archaeologist Stephen Birch, will talk about, and play, instruments and music relating to the earliest music in Scotland. The cave contains around 320m of accessible passages making it the second longest cave complex on Skye. Parking is signposted at the roadside ( Broadford to Elgol) The 350 metre gentle uphill path and the site should be dry, but come prepared for any weather! A Free event, supported by your donations for the Festival and the Archaeological Project.Date: 12/07/08
Start Time: 12 noon
Venue: High Pasture Cave, Kilbride
Audience Numbers: 0
Type: Music Classical and Opera