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Rachel Hair and Ron Jappy US West Coast tour 1-12th May
Fiery Trad duo Rachel Hair and Ron Jappy combine Scotland’s most ancient and contemporary instruments, the celtic harp and acoustic guitar with electrifying results.Having released Èlan “An outstanding instrumental album” (Folking.com) in 2023, they are performing concerts and teaching workshops in California, Oregon and Washington. The tour is supported by the UK National Lottery through … [Read More...] about Rachel Hair and Ron Jappy US West Coast tour 1-12th May
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WOMEX 2024 – Bursaries
Womex (Worldwide Music Expo) will take place in Manchester from 23 – 27 October 2024 and Creative Scotland are offering eight bursary places for music industry representatives to attend. FIND OUT MORE Over 2,600 professionals (including 260 performing artists) come together every October from over 90 countries, making the event a key networking platform for the […]
Celtic music trailblazers Capercaillie celebrate 40 years with ReLoved, new album featuring the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Celebrating 40 years in 2024, Capercaillie have announced ReLoved, an album of new symphonic arrangements recorded with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra. With new arrangements from Greg Lawson (Grit Orchestra), Donald Shaw, and Kate St John, the album will be released on double vinyl and streaming platforms on 31st May 2024. Widely respected trailblazers of Celtic music, Capercaillie are credited with being […]
#WorldPlayAStrathspeyDay 2024 Concert at Edinburgh Tradfest
Saturday 4 May is #WorldPlayAStrathspeyDay and once again Edinburgh Tradfest is hosting a concert to celebrate the humble Strathspey (and other Scottish tunes!). We have a great concert lined up with fiddlers Eryn Rae (BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician 2022), BBC Radio Scotland Young Trad finalist 2024 Matt Tighe, uber accordionist Megan Macdonald (Heisk), and pianist extraordinaire Rory […]
Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin Big Band – this weekend!
The Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin’ is back in partnership with Edinburgh Tradfest to offer an exciting opportunity for young musicians, with support from the William Grant Foundation. The EYG Big Band is a three-day programme for ages 13–18. It will be led by some of Scotland’s finest musicians, who will support participants to learn traditional music […]
Tinto Summer School 2024
The inaugural Tinto Summer School, originally named The Millennium Summer School, took place in 2000 at Wiston Lodge, where it continues to be held today. Throughout the years, we have hosted thousands of young musicians who come together to learn Scottish music and song, making new friends and having a fantastic time. We eagerly anticipate […]
The Beldina Odenyo Bursary – support and mentorship for an unrecorded female or non binary artist, including studio sessions
Hen Hoose has announced The Beldina Odenyo Bursary, in honour of the acclaimed musician and theatremaker Open for applications from 6 May and launched in memory of the acclaimed Kenyan-born Scottish musician, singer, poet and writer, the new bursary will provide support and mentorship for an unrecorded female or non binary artist, including studio sessions […]
Elk – Remote music collaboration
I did a 90 minute rehearsal yesterday with Dave Milligan yesterday. I was in Glasgow and he was in Edinburgh and we played completely in sync. It’s using an app / plugin called Elk and it’s free. You need to try it! I’ve only tried it with 2 musicians but I imagine there’s not stopping […]
Cambridge Folk Festival announces exciting new partnership with Showcase Scotland Expo for 2024
Leading Scottish artists set to dazzle crowds at Cherry Hinton in the Year of Scotland Cambridge Folk Festival is partnering with Showcase Scotland Expo to host the finest emerging artists from north of the border in an unparalleled initiative for an English festival from Thursday 25 – Sunday 28 July 2024. Dozens auditioned for twelve coveted spots on the […]
Fèis Phàislig Returns with ‘Stramash for Schools’ Tour and Exciting New Additions for Fèis Week 2024
Fèis Phàislig, a leading arts organisation in Renfrewshire, is thrilled to announce the return of its ‘Stramash for Schools’ tour and the opening of applications for its annual Fèis Week event in 2024. Building on the success of the Royal National Mòd’s visit to Paisley in 2023, Fèis Phàislig’s ‘Stramash for Schools’ tour will offer […]
Star-studded night to raise money for Medical Aid for Palestinians
In a powerful statement of solidarity and humanitarian support, a unique star-studded concert is set to take place at the prestigious Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Wednesday 1 May 2024. With an unparalleled line-up of musical luminaries, this concert promises to be an unforgettable evening of music, compassion, and unity. The defining factor that brings these great artists […]