Some of Scotland’s most acclaimed traditional musicians are heading back to school this June to mark a major milestone in Highland musical education. The National Centre of Excellence in Traditional Music in Plockton is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a special concert at Eden Court Theatre, Inverness, on 19th June and the event will bring together […]
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Ayrshire Traditional Music School 6-7th August 2025
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Creating Sustainability in the Gaelic Arts Sector
Feasgar math, Tha mi an dòchas gu bheil sibh gu math. Le taic-airgid bho Alba Chruthachail, tha sinn toilichte innse dhuibh gu bheil cothrom ùr ann airson prògram – ‘A’ Cruthachadh Seasmhachd ann an Roinn nan Ealan Gàidhlig’. Thèid am prògram seo a lìbhrigeadh air-loidhne sa Ghàidhlig a-mhàin le Anna Mhàrtainn san t-Òg Mhìos. Saor an-asgaidh […]
Glaschu by Mairi MacMillan
Album of 9 new Gaelic songs inspired by Glasgow and Gaelic language in Glasgow. All songs composed by Mairi MacMillan. The album has a booklet with all the lyrics also translated into English and some information about each song. Accompanying Mairi’s singing are Germa Adan (guitars and violins), Matt Carmichael (saxophone) and Rory Matheson (piano). […]
The Wee Hours by Josie Duncan
Acclaimed Scottish artist Josie Duncan is set to release her newest single The Wee Hours (the magical time between midnight and morning) on 13th June, created as part of the enchanting short film ‘Faithful’ from Silly Wee Films. The track, which Duncan describes as a deeply personal creation into which she “poured her whole heart,” […]
Manaidsear Leasachaidh – Fèisean nan Gàidheal
Fèisean nan Gàidheal Tuairisgeul-Obrach Bun Fhiosrachadh ‘S i buidheann nàiseanta a tha ann am Fèisean nan Gàidheal, ag obair còmhla ri còrr is 46 Fèisean ionadail air feadh Alba, a’ toirt cothroim do dh’òigridh sgilean ealan Ghàidhlig ionnsachadh a bharrachd air obair ann am foghlam Gàidhlig agus tachartasan coimhearsnachd a ghabhail os làimh. Tha sinn […]
Tinto Summer School 2025 – Not long now!
The inaugural Tinto Summer School, originally named The Millennium Summer School, took place in 2000 at Wiston Lodge, where it continues to be held today. Throughout the years, we have hosted thousands of young musicians who come together to learn Scottish music and song, making new friends and having a fantastic time. We eagerly anticipate […]
RPS Young Classical Writers Prize
They are now welcoming entries for our prize that encourages young people aged 16 to 25 to write about classical music. Classical music is a doorway to new worlds. While you can plunge straight in and enjoy its wonders, sometimes a helping hand is useful to guide you on your journey. As long as people […]
Final call for entries for the 2025 Royal National Mòd in Lochaber
Organisers of the Royal National Mòd are urging individuals and groups to submit their entries to compete in this year’s prestigious Gaelic language and cultural celebration before the approaching deadline on Saturday 31 May 2025. Taking place from 10 – 18 October 2025 in Fort William and surrounding areas, this marks the ninth time the 133-year-old event will be hosted […]
Auchies Spikkin’ Auchie – Album Launch 7.30pm Thursday 29 May 2025, CCA Glasgow
Grace Stewart-Skinner’s “Auchies Spikkin’ Auchie” effortlessly intertwines field recorded conversation with her new compositions to create an ethnomusicological postcard of her wee home village, Avoch. Featuring Grace on clàrsach, Rose Logan on fiddles, Rhona MacDonald on double bass and Ewa Adamiec on percussion. Complimented by visuals by Michiel Turner. “I want to capture a feeling of […]