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Winners honoured at 21st Scots Trad Music Awards
Records number of votes cast for the very best Scottish folk music stars and organisations. The esteemed winners of the 21st MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards have been announced at a celebratory ceremony at Dundee’s Caird Hall. The prestigious awards night saw 22 awards handed to a talented group of musicians, promoters, individuals and venues, who were honoured out … [Read More...] about Winners honoured at 21st Scots Trad Music Awards
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Gaelic & Scots Reception @ Showcase Scotland @ Celtic Connections25th January 2024
Creative Scotland have opened applications for Gaelic & Scots artists working in Traditional/Folk Music to perform to delegates as part of the Sounds of Scotland showcase. More details and the link to apply can be found by clicking on the button below. The deadline to apply is Monday 11 December 2023 at 17.00. The Showcase […]
A MUST WATCH VIDEO: Stephen Fry reads Nick Cave’s stirring letter about ChatGPT and human creativity
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Off The Record Online Events 28-30 November 2023
Off The Record is a youth focused conference series aimed at demystifying the music industry for artists and aspiring industry professionals aged between 16-25 and based in Scotland. If you could share the event details with your networks and encourage young people to attend that would be great. The events are designed as an opportunity […]
Seachdain na Gàidhlig (World Gaelic Week) set to return in 2024 with funding for local events
Seachdain na Gàidhlig (World Gaelic Week) is set to return for a third year, with organisers encouraging Gaelic speakers and learners to make the most of an exclusive funding opportunity launched today. Taking place from 19th – 25th February 2024, Seachdain na Gàidhlig, the first official nationwide language week of its kind in Scotland, aims to promote Gaelic for all. […]
Scots Fiddle Festival this weekend! 17-19th November.
The Scots Fiddle Festival was launched in 1996 with the aim of promoting and sustaining traditional Scots fiddle music. Every year, the Festival brings people together from all over the world – both performers and audience members – and continues to inspire thousands of people to enjoy and take part in traditional music each year. […]
MEGS Q&A Webinar – New session announced
From the BPI Hello everyone, We’re delighted to announce that we are holding a MEGS Q&A webinar event: 27th November, 1:30pm-2:30pm – MEGS Q&A Webinar – Hosted by Chris Tams, BPI The Music Export Growth Scheme is designed to make available grants ranging from £5,000 – £50,000 to UK-registered independent music companies to assist them with marketing campaigns when […]
Nominees announced for 21st Scots Trad Music Awards as public voting opens
A vibrant and talented cast of nominees have been announced for the 21st MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards, with over 110 artists and organisations in the running across 22 categories, showcasing the abundance of talent in Scotland’s traditional music scene. Fans of the genre can vote now for who they think deserves to take home each coveted […]
Seachdain na Gàidhlig Small Grants Fund 2024
Seachdain na Gàidhlig (World Gaelic Week) is set to return for a third year, with organisers encouraging Gaelic speakers and learners to make the most of an exclusive funding opportunity launched today. Taking place from 19th – 25th February 2024, Seachdain na Gàidhlig, the first official nationwide language week of its kind in Scotland, aims to promote Gaelic for all. The initiative […]
The Selkie of Sule Skerry by Hildaland
The Selkie of Sule Skerry is the third single from their upcoming album Sule Skerry, which is set for release on Friday 3rd November. The track takes the traditional, dark lyrics of a haunting Orcadian ballad and pairs them with a brand new composition, bringing a much-loved ancient story up to date for new ears, […]
Seachdain na Gàidhlig 2024 is looking for Administrative Producer
Seachdain na Gàidhlig 2024 Do Chànan. Do Chothrom. Recruitment Pack: Administrative Producer – Seachdain na Gàidhlig 2024 Background Information With support from Bòrd na Gàidhlig, Hands Up for Trad will facilitate and present Seachdain na Gàidhlig 2024, an initiative that brings together stakeholders, partners, the Press, schools, social media influencers, participants, audiences and communities, from across the world to celebrate […]