practice thesis project. Contact: Kaye YEF59@dial.pipex.com or tel: 0131 554 9605.

Have you been unsuccessful in an

application for grant funds from the Scottish Arts Council or National Lottery?

Was/is you project Edinburgh based?

Voice you opinion as part of a cultural policy and

I DANCE WITH ATTITUDE Streetdance & Dance Excercise classes. Saturdays at 11am & 12 noon respectively @ Northcote Scout Hall, 4 Victoria Circus, Hyndland (enter by stairs on Kensington Road). Fusion of Jazz, Hip Hop, African & Contemporary styles. Wear train- ers & loose clothing. Bring a mat or towel. Beginners welcome - no need to book a place - just come along! Price £4/£3.50. More info? Karen Pasi 0141 339 4193/karen@ dancscope.freeserve.co.uk

I Learn to Lindy Hop with The Edinburgh Swing Dance Society! Lindy the original part- ner dance from the ‘Swing’ Era is still going strong. After a summer break, sessions will recommcnce with an Absolute Beginners Course from 26th September, (through Dancebase 0131 225 5525): Thursday, Beginners Plus from 14th September. Monthly Saturday Dances and Sunday Workshops 9th/ 1 (1th September. For further information on these or Lindy Hop in general please contact us on 0131 661 6027.

BANOS/ MUSIC

I Rock/pop guitarist seeks a lonely songwriter/band to create music and play with. Best point of reference: Simple Minds/UZ/Fhe Police. Call Gian on 0131 343 1452.

I (Swordfish) Trombonist wanted or other brass/reed to replace band member. Original material. Weekly rehearsals, monthly gigs. Influences: Weill, Waits & Brel. Songwriters wel- come, cmpitence rather than vir- tuosity. Tel Colin 0141 248 1026.

I Singer available looking to get involved with bands/pro- jects/session work. Lots of expe- rience. Keen to gig/record and conquer world. Ring Bon 0131 229 7806.

I Glasgow based band ‘Suckle’ seek a talented musician with keyboard skills (Rolland Jupiter6), imagination and sense of humour. Contact Frances c/o Kemical Underground on 0141 550 1919.

GLASGOW:

EDINBURGH:

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ABERDEEN:

idays but close for Christmas/New Year.

MONTHLY PARTIES:

the month. 8.00pm 'till 12.15am.

C E R OC . SCOTLAND

- Modern Jive classes - Learn to dance the easy way. ° Learn to dance to any music, Jive, Latin, Charts etc . . .

0 Come alone or with friends (no need to bring a partner).

0 Complete beginners welcome every week at all nights.

REGULAR WEEKLY CLASSES

Wednesdays: Glasgow Uni Union,

32 University Avenue, West End. Tuesdays and Thursdays:

St Stephens Hall, St Stephens Street (bottom of Howe St). Stockbridge. 'NE W (Free opening Wednesday 29th Maneh):' Wednesdays @ The Tartan Club, Fountainbridge Brewery, Fountainbridge. Wednesdays: Craig Tay Hotel,

101 Broughty Ferry Road. Thursdays:

Palace Nightclub,

Bridge Place (off Bridge St). For all classes doors open at 7.15. Beginners class at 7.30pm. (Aberdeen only

Beginners class 7.15pm). Admission is £5.00 (£4.00). Membership is £1.00 payable on first night. Classes and parties run throughout the year including summer and bank hol<

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- EDINBURGH Marco's. 55 Grove Street. last Saturday of the month. 8.00pm 'till 1.008m. - GLASGOW Partick Burgh Halls. second Saturday of

WEEK-END WORKSHOPS:

- REGULAR week~end workshops for all levels. including complete beginners. Spend a day learning the basics of Ceroc. No partner required. Workshops available throughout Scotland. phone or email for

Tel: 01324-613 209 - E-mail: hi@cerocscotland.com

Web; http://www.cerocscotland.com

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RECORD PRODUCER looking for female vocalists to work with newly formed production company. Should be: serious, ambitious & talented! Contact: The Rainmaker 01563 535999.

I Sinatra-style singer looking for trio/quartet (or full orches- tra!) to perform with. Like the man, can’t read music but pos- sess sound knowledge of 500- 600 standards and keen to get started. Contact Todd Gordon on 0131 667 2998.

I Hear James Curran's blazing guitar and sax improvistions, ambient synth textures and ten- der acoustic moods at www.mp3.com/JamesCurran

BE COOL Develop your creativity by learning guitar at the Edinburgh Guitar Studio. Satisfaction and

results guaranteed. Bookings: 0131 553 1617

BlIY & SELL

WANTED TAG-ALONG TRAILER BIKE for 4-10 years. Phone 0131 229 7228

CRUELTY-FREE SHOES Good quality, breathable, non- leather shoes at affordable prices. Shop Eco, open Fridays and Saturdays, 10am - 5pm or Phone 0131 530 9070 120 Duke Street, Leith, Edinburgh

ACTIVITIES

IS YOUR LIFE THIS EVENTFUL? Trips & Holidays, Horse-riding, Hill-walking, Ceilidhs, Sailing, Tennis, Meals, Concerts, Badminton, Microlighting, Parties, Theatre, Dancing, Archery, Cinema and lots of other activities too numerous to mention! It could be with IVC a self-run club for go-ahead people who want to get the most out of life. Membership costs less than £20 a year. Give it a try for a month or two with no obligation to join but we’re sure you’ll want to! Details from . . .

Glasgow Call Karen 07050 248164 www.glasgowivc.org.uk helloOglasgowivc.org.uk

Edinburgh 0131 332 1342 eivc@bigfoot.com

Dundee 01382 737839 dm16@st-andrews.ac.uk

evenings and weekends

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THE CLUB FOR ALL SEASONS Join now for the best in skiing, boarding, sports and social events all year round. Non-skiers and boarders welcome!

We meet every Tuesday from 9pm downstairs in Fibber Magees,

24 Howe Street, Edinburgh. For more information contact: Edinburgh Ski Club,

2 Howe Street, Edinburgh Tel: 0131 220 3121

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I Bed and Breakfast Kilmelford, near Oban, quiet vil- lage, large garden, relaxed atmosphere, spacious accommo- dation, three rooms available, full breakfast, guest lounge, pri- vate parking, also fully equipped self catering. 01852 200348.

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I, 2, 3, 4, week lets dialing

August.

Enquiries to and information from: Carol Smith/Anne Gon'ng Tel: 01620 810620. 3 Linkylea cottages, Gifford, East Lothian EH41 4PE.

ROOMS AVAILABLE to rent on a nightly basis in luxu- ry flat, free use of all facilities, warm and spacious, very clean. Free tea and coffee etc. Just a 30 second walk onto Princes Street. Non-smoking women/couples only please. £30 per night, couples £35 per night. Please call Jenny on 0131 558 1793 or 07980 346470

I Single room gay-friendly, n/s, £15 per day, £85 per week. 0131553 7601.

I Spacious, well furnished 2/3 bedroom flat. Sleeps 3 to 5. Leith/Trinity area. Spectacular City and Castle views. Avail 5 Aug. £200 pw. Tel 020 889 09678.

I First floor three bedroom flat sleeps 5/6, very comfort- able, 5 mins walk Princes Street. £50 per day or £300 per week. 0131 220 0483.

I Large double room (with own lounge area) and full use of flat facilities, women/couples only. Single £30, couples £40 per night. Off Leith Walk. Phone Jane on 0131 554 4186 or 07901 701805.

I Central one bedroom flat available for short-term let over the Festival period. Avail immed - duration neg. £150 pw + dep. Please contact 206 on 07771 930 735 or Janis on 0131 667 3900. I Attractive central flat n/s, 2/3 bedrooms, dining kitchen, large lounge, bath/shower, well equipped. Tel: 0131 229 0468 or 07790 797573.

I Double room avail in lovely flat, during the Festival. Central, cooking facilities etc. Handy for local amenities. £30 single, £40 couple per night. Tel Rachel 0131 550 7598.

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