Stuart
@flugelstu.bsky.social
Too many instruments to count. #sheffielduni #tuosmusic & #TrentUni alumnus. Husband, dad, fledgling ethnomusicologist & retired Interior Architect 📸 flugelstu
Autumn leaves perfect fall 🍂
November 14, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Autumn leaves perfect fall 🍂
"How Music Can Keep Ageing Brains Healthy" | Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/scie...
How Music Can Keep Aging Brains Healthy
Music can help us train our brains to delay progressive cognitive decline.
www.psychologytoday.com
November 2, 2025 at 5:21 AM
"How Music Can Keep Ageing Brains Healthy" | Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/scie...
"What the UK government doesn’t want you to know about rainforest loss"... www.coolearth.org/news/uk-gov-...
UK Gov blocks report linking rainforest loss to rising food costs
Uk government blocks rainforest report linking rainforest loss to rising food prices. What does this mean for you?
www.coolearth.org
October 28, 2025 at 10:23 AM
"What the UK government doesn’t want you to know about rainforest loss"... www.coolearth.org/news/uk-gov-...
Lovely visit today to Lyme Park National Trust, Cheshire
October 24, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Lovely visit today to Lyme Park National Trust, Cheshire
Mishra - new album - give it a listen & buy it at Bandcamp...
mishramusic.bandcamp.com/album/turn-o...
mishramusic.bandcamp.com/album/turn-o...
Turn O Spinning Wheel, by Mishra
10 track album
mishramusic.bandcamp.com
October 21, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Mishra - new album - give it a listen & buy it at Bandcamp...
mishramusic.bandcamp.com/album/turn-o...
mishramusic.bandcamp.com/album/turn-o...
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The world is far off track to meet its pledge to halt deforestation by 2030. Forest loss remains 63% higher than it should be to reach zero by the end of the decade. buff.ly/WtEKdS2
October 14, 2025 at 3:22 PM
The world is far off track to meet its pledge to halt deforestation by 2030. Forest loss remains 63% higher than it should be to reach zero by the end of the decade. buff.ly/WtEKdS2
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The world’s largest economies are holding back the energy transition, the IEA warns, as renewables growth falls short of targets. buff.ly/RYcGfxA
October 14, 2025 at 7:39 AM
The world’s largest economies are holding back the energy transition, the IEA warns, as renewables growth falls short of targets. buff.ly/RYcGfxA
"The Best of Rodolphe Burger, French Rock’s Original Visionary"
daily.bandcamp.com/lists/rodolp...
daily.bandcamp.com/lists/rodolp...
The Best of Rodolphe Burger, French Rock’s Original Visionary
Where to begin with this unmistakably great—and unmistakably French—rock icon.
daily.bandcamp.com
October 14, 2025 at 8:51 AM
"The Best of Rodolphe Burger, French Rock’s Original Visionary"
daily.bandcamp.com/lists/rodolp...
daily.bandcamp.com/lists/rodolp...
"The Great Transition (2025–2050) - A glimpse into our energy future" ...
youtu.be/kIWF_XcU40Q?...
youtu.be/kIWF_XcU40Q?...
The Great Transition (2025–2050) - A glimpse into our energy future
YouTube video by DNV - Energy Systems
youtu.be
October 13, 2025 at 1:22 PM
"The Great Transition (2025–2050) - A glimpse into our energy future" ...
youtu.be/kIWF_XcU40Q?...
youtu.be/kIWF_XcU40Q?...
When is a castle not a castle?
When it's a folly 😉
#StainboroughCastle
Too much to see & do in 1 day - must go back again 😊
@nationaltrust.org.uk
#wentworthcastlegardens
When it's a folly 😉
#StainboroughCastle
Too much to see & do in 1 day - must go back again 😊
@nationaltrust.org.uk
#wentworthcastlegardens
October 10, 2025 at 8:26 PM
When is a castle not a castle?
When it's a folly 😉
#StainboroughCastle
Too much to see & do in 1 day - must go back again 😊
@nationaltrust.org.uk
#wentworthcastlegardens
When it's a folly 😉
#StainboroughCastle
Too much to see & do in 1 day - must go back again 😊
@nationaltrust.org.uk
#wentworthcastlegardens
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Learning to play an instrument has long been linked to improved reading skills among children, and we may finally understand why
How playing a musical instrument helps children learn to read
Learning to play an instrument has long been linked to improved reading skills among children, and we may finally understand why
www.newscientist.com
October 3, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Learning to play an instrument has long been linked to improved reading skills among children, and we may finally understand why
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We're offering five Dance Mini Grants of £500 to support folk dance activity in England.
We are seeking proposals from individuals and groups / organisations who need support for new folk dance projects, or to diversify the audience for existing dance projects.
Apply now bit.ly/42jsCu6
We are seeking proposals from individuals and groups / organisations who need support for new folk dance projects, or to diversify the audience for existing dance projects.
Apply now bit.ly/42jsCu6
October 1, 2025 at 3:30 PM
We're offering five Dance Mini Grants of £500 to support folk dance activity in England.
We are seeking proposals from individuals and groups / organisations who need support for new folk dance projects, or to diversify the audience for existing dance projects.
Apply now bit.ly/42jsCu6
We are seeking proposals from individuals and groups / organisations who need support for new folk dance projects, or to diversify the audience for existing dance projects.
Apply now bit.ly/42jsCu6
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“Our well-being is foundational for the work we do in the world.” adrienne maree brown
If you're aged 18-25 join our free, online Support Space for warm care, deep listening and resilience building for living in a time of crisis.
More info and booking: bit.ly/46recKY
If you're aged 18-25 join our free, online Support Space for warm care, deep listening and resilience building for living in a time of crisis.
More info and booking: bit.ly/46recKY
September 30, 2025 at 7:01 AM
“Our well-being is foundational for the work we do in the world.” adrienne maree brown
If you're aged 18-25 join our free, online Support Space for warm care, deep listening and resilience building for living in a time of crisis.
More info and booking: bit.ly/46recKY
If you're aged 18-25 join our free, online Support Space for warm care, deep listening and resilience building for living in a time of crisis.
More info and booking: bit.ly/46recKY
This may well become one of the most profound speeches of the 21st Century:
Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar at the 80th UN General Assembly
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeTm...
Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar at the 80th UN General Assembly
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeTm...
FULL SPEECH: Slovenian President at UNGA: “We Must Stop the Genocide in Gaza—No More Excuses” | AC1G
YouTube video by DRM News
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September 29, 2025 at 1:25 PM
This may well become one of the most profound speeches of the 21st Century:
Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar at the 80th UN General Assembly
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeTm...
Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar at the 80th UN General Assembly
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeTm...
Just arrived, new Ibanez fretless acoustic bass courtesy of Gear4Music 😀🎶
Already feels great - looking forward to playing this on some cool tunes 🎵
Already feels great - looking forward to playing this on some cool tunes 🎵
September 28, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Just arrived, new Ibanez fretless acoustic bass courtesy of Gear4Music 😀🎶
Already feels great - looking forward to playing this on some cool tunes 🎵
Already feels great - looking forward to playing this on some cool tunes 🎵
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We've had lots of lovely feedback about our collaboration. Give it some love a rock / trad cross over and an interesting tale about a visit to #Ireland. please share
youtu.be/5X0t7OmGfBg?... #Italian #Rock #TradIrish #Woodenflute #ManchesterIrish #heartbreak #lovesongs
youtu.be/5X0t7OmGfBg?... #Italian #Rock #TradIrish #Woodenflute #ManchesterIrish #heartbreak #lovesongs
Ciellepi - The Cliff (feat. Michael Walsh)
YouTube video by Ciellepi
youtu.be
September 27, 2025 at 2:13 PM
We've had lots of lovely feedback about our collaboration. Give it some love a rock / trad cross over and an interesting tale about a visit to #Ireland. please share
youtu.be/5X0t7OmGfBg?... #Italian #Rock #TradIrish #Woodenflute #ManchesterIrish #heartbreak #lovesongs
youtu.be/5X0t7OmGfBg?... #Italian #Rock #TradIrish #Woodenflute #ManchesterIrish #heartbreak #lovesongs
September 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM
One of my algorithm-generated mixes lists ‘The Rheingans Sisters’ under a “Progressive Rock” heading alongside ‘Bob Dylan, Mark O’Conner and more...’ I wonder if Rowan & Anna would concur with this assertion? Catch them at one of their up-coming shows to find out... rheinganssisters.co.uk/shows
September 17, 2025 at 4:21 PM
One of my algorithm-generated mixes lists ‘The Rheingans Sisters’ under a “Progressive Rock” heading alongside ‘Bob Dylan, Mark O’Conner and more...’ I wonder if Rowan & Anna would concur with this assertion? Catch them at one of their up-coming shows to find out... rheinganssisters.co.uk/shows
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Applications for grants of £500 for folk artists to support anything that will help their professional career development.
Apply before midnight on 19 October.
bit.ly/4nm60RD
Image shows previous awardee Suntou Susso
Apply before midnight on 19 October.
bit.ly/4nm60RD
Image shows previous awardee Suntou Susso
September 11, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Applications for grants of £500 for folk artists to support anything that will help their professional career development.
Apply before midnight on 19 October.
bit.ly/4nm60RD
Image shows previous awardee Suntou Susso
Apply before midnight on 19 October.
bit.ly/4nm60RD
Image shows previous awardee Suntou Susso
Clean air city view this morning from Turner's Corner Meersbrook
Air quality: "good" aqicn.org/city/united-...
Air quality: "good" aqicn.org/city/united-...
September 9, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Clean air city view this morning from Turner's Corner Meersbrook
Air quality: "good" aqicn.org/city/united-...
Air quality: "good" aqicn.org/city/united-...
Great gig from Seth & Chris of Filkins Drift last night at The Greystones #Sheffield - - note-perfect contemporary arrangements of some great songs & tunes.
Must also mention Tom Pickles who opened the show with songs & tunes supported with some excellent cello work 😊
Must also mention Tom Pickles who opened the show with songs & tunes supported with some excellent cello work 😊
September 8, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Great gig from Seth & Chris of Filkins Drift last night at The Greystones #Sheffield - - note-perfect contemporary arrangements of some great songs & tunes.
Must also mention Tom Pickles who opened the show with songs & tunes supported with some excellent cello work 😊
Must also mention Tom Pickles who opened the show with songs & tunes supported with some excellent cello work 😊
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Sheffield Folk music and dance in the next 2 weeks.
3 ways you can help support Sheffield Folk Guide:
1. Spread the word- please share posts
2. Let me know if there are events to add
3. Make some reels to share (this might be suitable for a D of E volunteering project). Please get in touch.
3 ways you can help support Sheffield Folk Guide:
1. Spread the word- please share posts
2. Let me know if there are events to add
3. Make some reels to share (this might be suitable for a D of E volunteering project). Please get in touch.
September 2, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Sheffield Folk music and dance in the next 2 weeks.
3 ways you can help support Sheffield Folk Guide:
1. Spread the word- please share posts
2. Let me know if there are events to add
3. Make some reels to share (this might be suitable for a D of E volunteering project). Please get in touch.
3 ways you can help support Sheffield Folk Guide:
1. Spread the word- please share posts
2. Let me know if there are events to add
3. Make some reels to share (this might be suitable for a D of E volunteering project). Please get in touch.
Many years ago, I made & hand painted a ‘roses & castles’ traditional canal-style stool, which today I donated to Chesterfield Canal Trust & then had a lovely scenic walk from the #HollingwoodHub alongside the canal
#chesterfield
#canal
#rosesandcastles
Remembering my friend David Morris 🎺
#chesterfield
#canal
#rosesandcastles
Remembering my friend David Morris 🎺
August 29, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Many years ago, I made & hand painted a ‘roses & castles’ traditional canal-style stool, which today I donated to Chesterfield Canal Trust & then had a lovely scenic walk from the #HollingwoodHub alongside the canal
#chesterfield
#canal
#rosesandcastles
Remembering my friend David Morris 🎺
#chesterfield
#canal
#rosesandcastles
Remembering my friend David Morris 🎺