Lady Nairne aka Carolina Oliphant (1766–1845) – Scotland's Secret Songstress at Carnegie Library

E105: Lady Nairne aka Carolina Oliphant (1766–1845) – Scotland's Secret Songstress
📍 Carnegie Library, Ayr | Part of CLL’s satellite adult learning classes

Discover the remarkable story of Lady Nairne, who secretly composed nearly 100 Scottish folk songs. Many of these works were long mistaken as those of Robert Burns. Learn why she kept her identity hidden and how her legacy was only revealed after her death. Some recordings of her songs will also be played during the session.

👨‍🏫 Tutor: David Dewar, BA
💷 Cost: £8.40
📚 Lecture style with Q&A

Book your place today: https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/5202

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