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Embedded Musician 2026 (Rutherglen)

Chamber Music Scotland is seeking a Scotland-based embedded musician/music creator to co-curate and deliver a creative chamber music programme for communities in Rutherglen during 2026.  The successful candidate will work with community groups at Healthy n Happy Community Development Trust and involve local residents, musicians, and other interest groups. As an embedded musician, you will apply your creative practice […]

Live Music Now Applications to audition for 2025/26 are now open!

Live Music Now Scotland applications are now open! We are looking for early career musicians, who are interested in receiving training and fairly paid performance opportunities in the community. We are looking for early career musicians, either as soloists or in groups of up to 5 people. Any style of music is welcome, including classical, […]

Showcase Scotland Expo Upcoming Opportunities

FOCUS Wales 2026Deadline: Saturday 1 November 2026 will mark FOCUS Wales International Showcase Festival’s 16th edition and will welcome over 25,000 people to Wrexham. Taking place over 7-9 May 2026, 250+ artists will showcase, using 20 stages, and hosting a full schedule of industry panels, networking events, and film screenings, with over 400 industry professionals […]

The Visit 2026 – Artist Applications Now Open

Hello! We are delighted open artist applications for the next edition of The Visit, which will take place from 24-27 August 2026 in Stirling, Edinburgh and Peebles. This edition is designed to assist export ready artists looking to develop their careers in Australia and New Zealand. Festivals, venues and agents and promoters from these markets will join us in Scotland to enjoy showcase […]

Women Make Music Fund – PRS Foundation

Women Make Music supports the development of outstanding women, trans and non binary songwriters and composers of all genres and backgrounds at different stages of their career. The fund can support projects by women, trans and non binary songwriters, composers, artists, bands and performers who are writing their own music. Previous recipients include Anna Meredith, ESKA, […]

Traditional Music Forum Autumn Workshops 2025

Professional Development Opportunities for Traditional Musicians Essential Skills Workshops Our workshops offer invaluable insights and practical guidance to help you succeed in the traditional music landscape today. Whether you want to learn how to record and release your music, craft a successful funding application, organise a tour, or take control of your finances – these […]

Women Make Music Fund – PRS Foundation

Women Make Music supports the development of outstanding women, trans and non binary songwriters and composers of all genres and backgrounds at different stages of their career. The fund can support projects by women, trans and non binary songwriters, composers, artists, bands and performers who are writing their own music. Previous recipients include Anna Meredith, ESKA, […]

Help Musicians: Electronic Music Award in association with DJ Mag

Our 12-month career accelerator designed for electronic music creators is now open for applications. If you’re a producer, DJ or musician creating or performing in electronic music without the financial backing or resources to pursue a career-changing opportunity, then this award might be for you. It’s a 12-month career accelerator programme which will see you […]

Job Opportunity: Arts Development Officer, Cromarty Arts Trust

Cromarty Arts Trust is seeking an Arts Development Officer for a 20-hour per week position (£19,760 per annum). The role involves managing their vibrant year-round programme of arts activities and developing the Trust’s position as a leading Highland arts organisation. The Trust organises workshops, residential courses, events including their flagship ‘Crime & Thrillers Weekend’, and […]

Tinnitus UK Survey

Tinnitus UK has launched Amplifying Awareness: Live Music and Tinnitus a national campaign gathering insights to improve hearing health across the board. We’re asking music fans, music professionals, and musicians to take a few minutes to complete and share our short, anonymous surveys. Your input will help: There are three surveys — choose the one that fits […]

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