Archival sources take centre stage at British Library’s Gustav Holst 150 event

The following is a guest post from Judith Ratcliffe, Archivist, Britten Pears Arts: On 20 November the British Library held a very enjoyable and interesting afternoon to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Gustav Holst’s (1874-1934) birth. The event ‘Gustav Holst: An Archival Legacy’ put the focus on archival sources, with speakers from three institutions delving into…

More thoughts from Stellenbosch: Chris Scobie guest post

IAML (UK & Irl) delegates have continued to share their feedback from IAML Congress 2024 in Stellenbosch. This week, the British Library’s Chris Scobie offers his reflections: It was a privilege to be able to attend the IAML 2024 Congress in Stellenbosch in June. A huge thank you and congratulations to the organising committee for…

More thoughts from Stellenbosch: Katharine Hogg guest post

Following our previous report on IAML Congress 2024 in Stellenbosch, more IAML (UK & Irl) members have been in touch to share their experiences of the week. First is Katharine Hogg, Librarian of the Gerald Coke Handel Collection. Katharine writes: The Congress attracted a smaller number of delegates than usual, due to its distance from…