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Romhainn: Gaelic Arts Commission
Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum + Arts Centre We are looking for an artist-, writer-, or musician- in residence to spend a week exploring multilingual futures, sharing through talks and a short exhibition. £1750 artist fee. Romhainn: before us, ahead of usRomhainn is a new Gaelic arts commission from Taigh Chearsabhagh Trust. We are looking for an artist-, writer-, or musician- in residence to … [Read More...] about Romhainn: Gaelic Arts Commission
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Instrumental Music Instructor – Bagpipe / Chanter
This is an exciting opportunity to teach in various schools across Edinburgh and be part of a dynamic and friendly service. Children, Education and Justice Services Instrumental Music Instructor – Bagpipe/ChanterVarious Schools Salary: £35,190 – £46,773 (pro-rata for part time)Hours: 19.60 per week (0.56FTE, 2 days and a morning) This is an exciting opportunity to […]
Bursaries for Older Emerging Artists
Small bursaries available for early career stage artists aged 50 or over. We are delighted to announce a new round of small bursaries available for early career stage artists aged 50 or over thanks to support from the Baring Foundation. The bursaries are open to artists working in all artforms and media, who have recently […]
Keychange Leaders Programme
Our friends at @KeychangeEU have announced the open call for their Keychange Leaders programme Do you love to inspire change and guide others towards a better future? As a participant in our Keychange Leaders programme you will build your skills to drive actions towards a more diverse, inclusive, equitable and accessible music industry (DEIA) – […]
Auchies Spikkin’ Auchie – Debut Album! By Grace Stewart-Skinner
Can you help the amazing Grace Stewart-Skinner achieve her target and make her debut album? For the last six months I have been working hard on my exciting new project, Auchies Spikkin’ Auchie. I am absolutely bursting to share what I have done but I just need a few more pennies to get me there! Auchies Spikkin’ […]
Routes to Roots: Oaxaca & Glasgow Residency in January 2025 Crowdfunder
Routes to Roots is an initiative dedicated to fostering intercultural collaboration through music. Our mission is to unite communities across cultures, showing how cultural exchange can deepen our understanding of one another. Through artist composition residencies and community music workshops, we aim to create lasting connections and celebrate the power of cultural wealth. Check out […]
Seachdain na Gàidhlig agus Sgoiltean // Seachdain na Gàidhlig and Schools
Tha Seachdain na Gàidhlig 2025 gu bhith ann an bailtean beaga agus bailtean mòra, tallaichean coimhearsnachd agus ‘s dòcha fiù ‘s ann an sràidean! Ach nach biodh e mìorbhaileach nach biodh Seachdain na Gàidhlig anns na ceudan de sgoiltean air feadh na dùthcha? Ma tha sibh nar tidsearan, luchd-obrach sgoile, pàrantan, buill de theaghlach neo […]
Introduction to North Indian Classical Music (RCS)
This 10-week in-person course will focus on introducing students to the art and tradition of North Indian Classical Music. Throughout the course, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts of melody (raag) and rhythm (taal) in this rich musical tradition. The course will cover both theoretical aspects and practical applications, including an […]
Introduction to Film Scoring (Royal Conservatoire of Scotland)
The course aims to provide students with a foundation in the basic theory and terminology required for scoring to picture. The course also aims to explore the analytical, practical and technological skills required for the composition, arrangement and production of film music. Using industry-standard software and hardware, students will be guided in producing their own […]
Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame Services to Performance 2024 Inductees Announced
Hands Up for Trad proudly announces the 2024 inductees to the Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame, sponsored by Fèisean nan Gàidheal. These individuals and groups have made exceptional contributions to Scottish traditional music through performance, teaching, preservation, and innovation. The Services to Performance inductees for 2024 represent the breadth and depth of Scotland’s musical […]
Global acts to make their mark in Moray for Speyfest 2025
Speyfest, renowned for celebrating the best in traditional and contemporary Celtic music in the heart of Moray, has unveiled the full main stage line-up for its 28th edition, taking place from 25th – 27th July 2025. Located in the picturesque village of Fochabers in the north east of Scotland, Speyfest will once again become a focal point for […]