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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,” […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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CREATIVE WELLBEING & WOMAN’S CIRCLE

McWOMEN Art & Wellbeing offer practical applied art and holistic workshops-courses that build wellbeing skills and knowledge. Working in sisterhood, we support growth through a weekly Women’s Circle. McWOMEN safeguarded spaces offer physical expressive wellbeing skills and will require agreeing to guidelines. Emotional expression can be held within the body affecting health and creativity, our […]

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MAKE IT HAPPEN (We Make Music Scotland)

Have you got a great idea for a project but don’t know how to make it happen?  Join the MEPG Youth Forum for this free online event for young musicians who want to bring people together and start making music! We’ll be joined by musician and activist Emily Major, who is director of Make/Change Collective. They […]

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Head of Artistic Planning and Production (Scottish Ensemble)

Scottish Ensemble are seeking a driven and creative Head of Artistic Planning & Production. The successful candidate will play a key role delivering an ambitious programme of work encompassing new commissions, cross- artform projects, a Music for Wellbeing offer, and touring projects in Scotland, the UK and internationally. Salary: c.£38,000 per annum (permanent contract) Location: Glasgow […]

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Development opportunities for Scottish composers

sound is pleased to announce that we will be offering 11 places on three development opportunities for emerging Scottish-based composers.  sound is pleased to announce that we will be offering 11 places on three development opportunities for emerging Scottish-based composers. These opportunities involve writing new works for the following groups, supported by experienced mentor-composers and […]

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