Tell the National Library of Scotland about the books that have inspired you. From novels to knitting patterns, children’s books to cookbooks, they want to hear about the books that mean something special to you. In 2025 the National Library of Scotland is 100 years old. To celebrate, they’re planning a year filled with events […]
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Rachel Walker and Aaron Jones are out on the road this week.
Rachel and Aaron are back in the studio this month to record the follow up to their debut duo album, ‘Band of the Year’ nominees at the Trad Awards 2023, Rachel Walker and Aaron Jones are also out on the road in Scotland. Catch them performing songs from that album and debuting their new songs […]
Cherish the Ladies tour Scotland this July with their captivating live show
The GRAMMY-nominated Irish music ensemble will perform at venues across the country Cherish the Ladies, one of the world’s most celebrated Irish music ensembles, are set to tour Scotland this July, giving audiences in Stonehaven, Dundee and Inverness the chance to experience their unforgettable spectacle of music, song, and dance. The group are set to […]
Pipers called on to join Piping Live! Big Band procession
The Piping Live! Big Band will return for its seventh showcase at this year’s festival and pipers of all ages and abilities are invited to take part in the iconic event which takes place in Glasgow’s west end. On Monday 12th August, over 150 pipers and drummers will gather at Mansfield Park in Partick, ranging from young learners […]
Study for a Masters in Folklore, Ethnology and Ethnomusicology in Aberdeen – Applications open
Unleash your creativity with the MLitt in Ethnology & Folklore at the University of Aberdeen. Delve into Scotland’s vibrant vernacular culture through stories, music, traditions, and more. This programme offers a comprehensive exploration of Ethnology, Folklore, and Ethnomusicology, focusing on Scottish culture and traditions. Gain practical skills in archiving, audio, and video creation, and editing. […]
#GiesAScotsPoemDay – 13th June 2024
Gies A Scots Poem Day is back on Friday 13th June and it’s really braw that we are partnering with the Scottish Poetry Library to make it even better! As ever we are asking everyone to write / record / video their favourite Scots verse and post it on social media on the 13th June with the […]
Vietnamese musicians on their way to the Black Isle
Vietnamese musicians are coming to Ross-shire next month to collaborate with Scottish musicians as part of a partnership between Dingwall-based arts organisation, Fèis Rois and Glasgow International Jazz Festival. In 2019, the British Council took a Vietnamese delegation to the Celtic Connections festival in Glasgow, which resulted in a follow-up residency for three Scottish musicians […]
HebCelt boosts green credentials with new initiative
Scottish festival continues to lead the way in eco-friendly event innovation. Iconic Lewis music festival HebCelt will implement a forward-thinking new green initiative at this year’s festival, thanks to funding from EventScotland. The festival’s latest eco innovations include the installation of a green energy system known as a micro power grid system, which consists of […]
Tiree Music Festival Set to Make Determined Return
Nathan Carter joins Tide Lines and Skerryvore at top of 2024 bill The countdown is officially on to the return of iconic Scottish beachfront festival Tiree Music Festival, known fondly as TMF, as it gets set to make a determined return this year. Taking place from 12th – 14th July, the 2024 edition of the […]
EUROPEAN FOLK DAY 2024
EUROPEAN FOLK DAY 2024 Make sure you are part of the European Folk Daythis year on or around Monday 23 September. Absolutely everyone can participate (you don’t have to be an EFN member although we’d love you to join) – and it’s very important to note that participation can be on the Folk Day itself but also on the days just before and after 23 […]