Echoes of a Golden Age - Rediscovering Scotland's Original Fiddle Music: This new book by Charlie Gore, one of the best-known and respected personalities of the Scottish fiddle scene, contains a wealth of information, opinion and music.

As compiler of the monumental Scottish Fiddle Music Index, Charlie had a unique insight into the sources of thousands of tunes. Part 1 of Echoes of a Golden Age is an extended essay, generously illustrated on : Tradition - where does it come from? Where is it going?, tracing the history of Scottish fiddle music and commentaing on its present state. The emphasis on re-discovery stems from the realisation that the Index has revealed thousands of tunes and many whole collections which have lain un-played for upwards of 150 years. Part 2 is an informative listing of Composers, Collectors, Publishers etc and Part 3 consists of 18 pages of music from the late 18th to the early 20th centuries.

Thanks to the author's research, enthusiasm and humour, it's a good read, a useful source and a fine collection of music.
Charlie Gore is also a player, composer, lecturer, adjudicator and Director of the Scottish Fiddle Society.

70 pages paperback