Robert Burns: Poet and Songwriter
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Carol Baraniuk, BA, PhD 

New Year 2025 

5 weekly sessions on Wednesdays 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm, starting 12 March 

Most people know Robert Burns's work only through a few famous songs such as 'Auld Lang Syne' or 'Red, Red Rose'. This course will facilitate better acquaintance with Burns and his many faces as a poet: humourist, satirist, story teller, lover and folk song collector. It will celebrate the wit, pathos, craft and inspiration of his work, and examine the poems and songs within the context of his short, densely packed life. No previous detailed knowledge of poetry analysis is necessary for participants. The course will consider how Burns's work has been presented by singers, musicians and artists in different periods. The course tutor has spent many years researching Burns's poetry and letters, and has published essays on Burns in the Oxford Handbook of Robert Burns (2024). 

Fee £46.00 (concession rate £33.00) 

5 CATS Points (Level 1) 

This class will take place on QUB campus

Concession: The concession rate is available for those who are in receipt of State Benefits (including pension), or are full-time students, part or full-time Queen’s students or are members of University staff holding a valid staff card:

Course: Full RateConcession Rate