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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Apple introduces Tap to Pay on iPhone in the U.K.
I thought this was interesting. Merchants can now accept Apple Pay and other contactless payments simply by using iPhone and a partner-enabled iOS app. Basically you don’t need a card reader. Apple today announced businesses across the United Kingdom can now accept in-person contactless payments through Tap to Pay on iPhone. The new capability will […]
Information Session for Applicants | Seisean Fiosrachaidh do Thagraichean
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The Traditional Music Forum (TMF) is seeking new trustees to join the organisations Board of Directors
The Traditional Music Forum (TMF) is seeking new trustees to join the organisations Board of Directors. The main responsibilities of the Board include governance, advocacy, strategic direction, as well as ensuring the legal and ethical commitments and standards of the organisation are met. Meetings are held quarterly and are either online or in person. In […]
Trad Arts Mentoring
The next cycle of the trad arts mentoring programme will run from November 2023-April 2024. Tracs are now recruiting a new group of mentees – musicians, dancers and storytellers – including Scots and Gaelic practitioners in these disciplines – and I’d be grateful if you’d share this with anyone you feel might be particularly interested. […]