Hands Up for Musicians

Scottish musicians expanding their creative horizons into other other areas of musical practice.

Battle of The Folk Bands 2019 is open for entries!

Hands Up for Trad are inviting bands to send in a demo to take part in The Battle of the Folk Bands 2019 competition to be held at Glasgow’s Celtic Connections Festival on Saturday January 19th 2019. ENTER HERE If you are in a band or have an idea for a band that you haven’t tried out yet this could be for you! We want musicians to take a chance and make a band that you might … [Read More...]

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Nurturing Talent – Time to Shine Fund in Learning

Are you aged 11 – 25 and want support with a creative or artistic idea? Why not apply to the Nurturing Talent Fund?Creative Scotland’s Nurturing Talent – Time to … [Read More...]

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Distil Showcase 2018

Distil Showcase 2018: Murmuration by Pippa Reid-Foster

The Distil Showcase will return again to the Tolbooth in Stirling on Friday 6th April 2018 at 8pm. The concert showcases the new and exciting music of traditional … [Read More...]

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Create beautiful, captivating scores—for free Meet the new Sibelius | First

Thanks to Rachel Hair for posting this! Start composing music with this free music notation software to get many of the same tools the pros use. Sibelius | First* is a new streamlined version of Sibelius that makes it easy for beginners and hobbyists to … [Read More...]

The Agar Trust – Supporting young musicians in rural Scotland.

The Agar Trust was set up in 2014 from the estate of Alan Agar (1920-2012), who was a well-respected physicist.  He and his late wife Margaret were both enthusiastic amateur musicians.  He was a great supporter of education for several generations of … [Read More...]

Ensemble In Residence (Reid School of Music, University of Edinburgh)

The Reid School of Music at the University of Edinburgh is looking to appoint an Ensemble in Residence for a period of three years starting in September 2019. Annual Honorarium of £8,000. The ensemble will play a prominent role in the School’s vibrant musical … [Read More...]

Fèis Rois is currently accepting applications for their 2019 Ceilidh Trail Programme

Are you 16-25 and passionate about traditional music? Fèis Rois is currently accepting applications for their 2019 Ceilidh Trail Programme. The Ceilidh Trail is an amazing opportunity to hone your skills and experience life as a touring musician. Spend the … [Read More...]

Storytelling Workshop – Women Only (Audacious Women festival)

Storytelling skills are invaluable both in everyday life and at work. Whether you want to entertain the weans or persuade your boss, the ability to tell a good tale is often the key to success. In this workshop acclaimed storyteller and performer Margaret … [Read More...]

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