Applications Now Open for The Dundee Musicians’ Award. Staged by Leisure & Culture Dundee it was established in 2008 to support the work of outstanding Dundee-based musicians. Awards from £500 -£1000. The Award was established in 2008 to support the work of outstanding Dundee-based musicians by awarding grants towards the costs involved in creating new […]
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Glèidh an là! Buain, cruinneachadh nan ealain Gàidhlig | Save the Date for Buain, a Gaelic arts gathering
Glèidh an là! Buain, cruinneachadh nan ealain Gàidhlig Comharraichidh sinn ealain is cultar na Gàidhlig agus a’ cruthachadh àite far am faod luchd-ealain, -cleachdaidh agus -leasachaidh na Gàidhlig a’ bruidhinn, ag èisteachd ri agus a bhith air an cluinntinn sa Ghàidhlig. ’S e a tha anns an tachartas seo cothrom do luchd-ealain agus luchd-leasachaidh an lùib […]
BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician Award 2026 Now Open for Applications
Following the tremendous success of last year’s competition, which saw Ellie Beaton crowned the BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year 2025, we’re delighted to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 award. Any singer or instrumentalist aged between 18 and 27 can apply and be in the chance of winning […]
Introducing the Distil Meet-Up Series 2025/2026
For over twenty years, Hands Up for Trad’s Distil project has been pioneering creative development for traditional musicians across Scotland. Through residential workshops, mentoring, and collaboration with leading ensembles like Mr McFall’s Chamber, Distil has empowered hundreds of musicians to develop compositional confidence and improvisational skills, creating new works that bridge traditional and contemporary music. […]
Workshops Autumn 2025
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Digital Marketing & Communications Officer -TRACS (Traditional Arts and Culture Scotland)
TRACS (Traditional Arts and Culture Scotland) is looking for a Digital Marketing & Communications Officer (0.6 FTE, fixed term 12 months) to join our team dedicated to championing our shared living heritage of traditional music, song, storytelling, dance, crafts, customs and local languages. Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Manager, the Digital Marketing & Communications […]
Sian Announce Second Album ‘araon’
Gaelic vocal group Sian have announced their highly-anticipated second album, ‘araon’. The first single from the album, ‘Seo a’ Bhliadhna’, will be released on Friday 30 May 2025. The song is a traditional lament with connections to the Isle of Skye and Raasay, and particularly the MacLean family. ‘Seo a’ Bhliadhna’ features guest musicians James Lindsay and Charlie Stewart. […]
The 2025 Association of Irish and Celtic Festivals Conference
The 2025 Association of Irish and Celtic Festivals Conference (AICF) will be held in Orlando, FL, from Friday, November 7th, to Saturday, November 8th, at the Rosen Plaza Orlando Hotel. To attend the conference, your organization must be an AICF member or sponsor. For more information regarding the conference, please email conference@irishcelticfestivals.org. Showcase Submission Information: Many […]
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Folk Talent at St Magnus Festival 2025
The St Magnus International Festival returns to Orkney this June for its 49th year, bringing together exceptional folk musicians against the backdrop of the islands’ stunning midsummer landscape. This year’s folk programme is especially strong, with a brilliant mix of local legends, boundary-pushers, and intimate, collaborative gigs, spanning generations and geographies. This year’s folk programme celebrates […]