Join us for an in-depth conversation with acclaimed Scottish songwriter Findlay Napier about his innovative new project “Outsider” – released as both an album and an augmented reality coffee table book! Described as his best work yet, “Outsider” features twelve original songs including collaborations with Boo Hewerdine and culminates in a beautiful old-time waltz co-written […]
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Speyfest gears up for packed 28th edition as programme grows
Longstanding Moray music event Speyfest has expanded its 2025 programme, with the final acts and a host of activities announced for the July event. From surprise pub sessions and resident bands to musical workshops and yoga for all ages, the Scottish festival is gearing up for one of its busiest ever editions. Local and emerging talent will […]
HJOP by Gnoss
Glasgow based folk quartet Gnoss – Aidan Moodie, Graham Rorie, Connor Sinclair, and Craig Baxter – return with their brand new single “HJOP”: an uplifting statement of continued form from a group at the forefront of Scottish traditional folk music. HJOP is Gnoss’ first release since their acclaimed 2023 LP “Stretching Skyward” and marks the […]
Clore Leadership: Applications open for Emerging Leaders and Leadership Pulse
Your Next Step Starts Here. Be the Change. Whether you’re stepping into leadership for the first time or looking to reignite your purpose mid-career, our leadership courses are back with renewed energy, fresh content, and the same commitment to developing cultural leaders who are ready to shape the future. This is your moment to reset. […]
Fèis Rois Event Producer
Are you passionate about delivering fantastic events? Do you enjoy working with community organisations? We want to hear from you! A reminder that the deadline for the Event Producer role with us, as part of the celebrations to mark 800 years since Dingwall became a Royal Burgh, is next week – Monday 5th May, 5pm. […]
#WorldPlayAStrathspeyDay 2025 3rd May. Can you take part?
#WorldPlayAStrathspeyDay returns on Saturday 3rd May 2025 at 1pm. This worldwide event invites musicians everywhere to share their love of Scottish music by recording themselves playing a strathspey and sharing it on social media with the hashtag #WorldPlayAStrathspeyDay. Strathspeys are uniquely Scottish dance tunes, and since 2019, this annual celebration has brought together players from […]
John McCusker Fiddle Weekend – BOOKING NOW OPEN
Join us for a very special weekend of music, learning and connection in the heart of rural Perthshire. Hosted by John McCusker, one of Scotland’s most celebrated fiddle players, this intimate gathering is designed for fiddle enthusiasts of all levels who are keen to immerse themselves in traditional music, develop their skills, and enjoy time […]
Free digital workshops for musicians – 22 & 23 April – sign up before they are full!
From Showcase Scotland. Find out more here. This is a heads up that we’ll be opening this opportunity up to England and Wales on Friday of this week. We expect the workshops to fill up quickly thereafter as places are limited to 50 per session, so if you want to secure your spot please sign up […]
Music Takeover at Edinburgh Futures Institute – Wednesday 30th April 2025
Just a quick email to let you all know that SMIA are running a Music Takeover Event on Wednesday 30th April in Edinburgh at the Edinburgh Futures Institute partnership with Creative Tech Scotland Gathering. It’s a free one-day event featuring workshops and panels focused on building an effective digital presence around a single or album release led by The Union, EmuBands and Wide Days. […]
Adam Sutherland: From Scottish Fiddle to Orchestral Film Composition | Hands Up for Trad Interview
Join us for a conversation with award-winning Scottish fiddler and composer Adam Sutherland. From his roots on the shores of Loch Ness to his acclaimed work with Session A9 and Treacherous Orchestra, Adam has established himself as one of Scotland’s most innovative traditional musicians. In this interview, Adam discusses his popular YouTube channel where he […]