Stornoway was alive with the sound of music and an undeniable community spirit this weekend as HebCeltmade a welcome return to the picturesque Isle of Lewis, with record attendances of 19,500 on Lews Castle Green. From Wednesday 12 – Saturday 15 July, the internationally acclaimed festival attracted crowds of all ages with over 35 musical performances, a host of […]
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Youth Engagement Project – Scots Fiddle Festival 2023
Scots Fiddle Festival are looking for talented young fiddlers aged 12-18* years to be part of the Young Engagement Project (YEP) and perform at the festival, opening the concert on Saturday 18th November 2023. This year’s YEP tutor is Graham Rorie, a finalist in the 2021 BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year and graduate of […]
Tinto Summer School Alumni 2023: Hannah Reynolds
Tinto Summer School has been welcoming amazing young people since it started back in 2000. Every year, we get to meet a lovely group of students who enjoy learning music and having fun. It’s always inspiring to see so many bright and motivated young people come together and share their experiences, forming new connections and […]
Tinto Summer School Alumni 2023: Paul Murray
Tinto Summer School has been welcoming amazing young people since it started back in 2000. Every year, we get to meet a lovely group of students who enjoy learning music and having fun. It’s always inspiring to see so many bright and motivated young people come together and share their experiences, forming new connections and […]
Creating a list of Pianos in Scotland (so musicians can go and play them)
Hands Up for Trad want to create a list of piano venues in Scotland, providing a valuable resource for musicians in playing these beautiful instruments. We want to identify a diverse range of locations, including concert halls, music schools, cafes, hotels, and community centres. By categorizing the list by regions or cities, musicians can easily […]
HebCelt Islands Stage to have Zero Carbon Footprint for Second Year
HebCelt will once again be significantly powered by green hydrogen thanks to funding from EventScotland’s National Events Programme, as it continues its commitment to sustainability and innovation. Recently named one of the top 10 sustainable events in Europe, 2022 saw the festival utilise PlusZero’sinnovative technology for the first time, with the Islands Stage in the main arena powered […]
National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland applications are open now!
Applications are now open for young pipers and drummers aged 10-25 from across Scotland to join the National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland (NYPBS), the premier youth development programme from The National Piping Centre. The programme provides a unique opportunity for the top young players to connect, form lifelong friendships, and challenge themselves to grow […]
Family fun guaranteed as programme of events announced for ButeFest 2023
ButeFest, the much-loved boutique festival held on the magical Isle of Bute, is gearing up for its 2023 edition as organisers share an eclectic programme of events. Taking place from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 July 2023 at the stunning Ettrick Bay, the festival is famed for its family-friendly ethos, with a full schedule of entertainment, workshops, and activities for […]
Larkhall youngsters to benefit from music funding
Pupils in Larkhall can march to musical success thanks to funding for piping and drumming tuition from the Scottish Schools Pipes and Drums Trust (SSPDT). £30,000 has been secured from the music charity to continue piping and drumming tuition for over 120 pupils at Larkhall Academy and associated primary schools; Craigbank, Dalserf, Glengowan, Hareleeshill, Machanhill, […]
CLOSING SOON! BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician Award 2024 Open for Entries
Today BBC Scotland launches their search for the BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician 2024. If you are a singer or instrumentalist aged between 16 and 27 with a passion for traditional music, you can apply now and you could win this prestigious title, an additional recording session with BBC Radio Scotland, a performance at the […]