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Sign up for Love Singing’s planning events by 18th May

Love Singing’s steering group invites all Scotland-based song and choir leaders to join them for a meeting to share your thoughts on how the project could support you in your work. Fill in the survey and sign up for a meeting on 21st or 24th May. https://sing.lovemusic.org.uk/planning-invitation/

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Head of Arts and Music (Glasgow Life)

Lead arts and music for Glasgow Life, delivering inclusive, strategic cultural programmes as part of Glasgow’s Culture Strategy 2024–2030. £79,347.68 – £91,983.64Location: Albion St, G1 1LHRef: GLA13580 Glasgow Life is recruiting a Head of Arts and Music on a full-time, permanent contract. This is a senior leadership role driving the strategic and operational delivery of […]

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Creative Teachers Required for Summer Holidays

We are looking for ACTING & VOCAL COACHES for our holiday camps that run over SUMMER school holidays. We are looking for tutors to join our team – providing classes in either singing/dancing/drama in central Edinburgh over school holidays. We are a performance focused performing arts schools looking for passionate, organised and committed creatives to join […]

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Orchestra Manager (Scottish National Jazz Orchestra)

The SNJO is looking for an Orchestra Manager for comprehensive day-to-day management and administrative support to ensure effective and efficient operation of both the SNJO and their youth orchestra. The Scottish National Jazz Orchestra (SNJO) is Scotland’s professional contemporary and classic jazz ensemble and is the only truly national jazz orchestra in the UK. The […]

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Something that I Said by Mànran

Celebrated Scottish folk trailblazers Mànran are back with a bold new single, ‘Something that I Said’ which is set for release on Friday 16th May 2025. Marking a distinct departure from the band’s signature sound, the track ventures into darker, pop-inflected territory while retaining the lyrical power and instrumental virtuosity that has made them one of Scotland’s most respected traditional […]

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Hands Up for Trad TV – Findlay Napier Interview: “Outsider” Album & Book

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 […]

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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 […]

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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. […]

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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. […]

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