Hands Up for Trad’s Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin‘ is back in partnership with Edinburgh Tradfest, offering a day of workshops for young musicians on 4th May 2026, with support from the William Grant Foundation. This is a chance for young people to develop their skills, play alongside other young musicians, sing, and learn new tunes. We’re […]
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Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin 2025: Jonathan Foster
Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin Big Band. The EYG Big Band is a three-day programme for ages 13–18. It will be led by some of Scotland’s finest musicians, who will support participants to learn traditional music together and create their own arrangements as a group. The workshops will take place at Deaf Action (49 Albany Street, Edinburgh) […]
Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin 2025: Dave Milligan
Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin Big Band. The EYG Big Band is a three-day programme for ages 13–18. It will be led by some of Scotland’s finest musicians, who will support participants to learn traditional music together and create their own arrangements as a group. The workshops will take place at Deaf Action (49 Albany Street, Edinburgh) […]
Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin – 3 Free Workshops in Partnership with Tinderbox starting 10th March
We’re partnering with Tinderbox for three free workshops starting a week tonight. This is ahead of our Big Band announcement which will follow in the next couple of weeks. Dates and times:Mondays 10th, 17th & 24th March 20255:30 – 7:30pmScottish Storytelling Centre (43-45 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1SR) Sign-up link for participants is here: https://forms.gle/QuvsRDUxYnEnLSSB9 Background info Edinburgh […]
Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin Big Band – this weekend!
The Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin’ is back in partnership with Edinburgh Tradfest to offer an exciting opportunity for young musicians, with support from the William Grant Foundation. The EYG Big Band is a three-day programme for ages 13–18. It will be led by some of Scotland’s finest musicians, who will support participants to learn traditional music […]
Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin places on sale now!
Registrations are now open for Hand’s Up for Trad’s Easter Gaitherin’ 2018 3-6th April! Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin’s long established event will be lead by some of Scotland’s finest folk musicians who will give lessons in your chosen instruments, as well helping you to create exciting arrangements for performance. Book your place! We are happy to […]