A Dingwall arts organisation has taken steps to make one of its key annual youth music events a ‘pay what you can’ opportunity in a bid to make it as affordable as possible for families across the Highlands. Fèis Rois has opened bookings for its annual Easter holiday music week, a fun-filled week of Gaelic, […]
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Joy Dunlop releases vibrant new Gaelic album CaoirOut on Friday 24th March 2023
Esteemed Scottish singer and Gaelic language advocate Joy Dunlop is set to release her third solo album Caoir, featuring contemporary recordings of traditional Gaelic songs, on Friday 24th March 2023. Joy’s first solo material to be released in a decade, Caoir (pronounced koor) means a blaze of fire, fiercely burning, flames or flashes – imagery which comes across in the album’s undeniably […]
Fèis Fhoirt Trad Music Weekend 11-12th March
Join us for two days of music-making and fun! Fèis Fhoirt has been promoting Gaelic and Scottish traditional music in Stirling and Falkirk since 2010. Our Fèis Weekends bring together experienced tutors, new instruments to try, Gaelic music and culture, and the opportunity to perform in a fun and relaxed environment. They are open to […]
New Inverness Acoustic Music Club/Club Ciuil Inbhir Nis
The new Inverness Acoustic Music Club/Club Ciuil Inbhir Nis is dedicated to celebrating the best of local, national, and international quality singers and musicians from the traditional, folk, and world music genres. We believe in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for musicians and music lovers alike. Our events are fully acoustic, allowing attendees to […]
Congratulations to Breabach
Congratulations to Breabach who have just won the German critics (journalists) award for their album Fàs. Read about it here (in German). Have a listen to their album here.
Glasgow gets major new festival with launch of The Reeling – Summertime celebration of Scottish music to come to Rouken Glen Park this June
The prayers of Glasgow audiences with an appetite for Scottish music have been answered, with the launch of a major new summertime festival in the city, The Reeling. Rouken Glen Park will burst to life with traditional Scottish and roots music from some of the country’s most exciting artists on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th June 2023, for what […]
FRESH AYR FEST UNVEILS RAFT OF DAZZLING NEW ACTS
Ayr’s first-ever folk festival announces a string of sparkling musical talent
Fresh Ayr, the brand-new folk festival taking place in Ayr’s Rozelle Park between 11 – 13 August 2023, has announced an array of incredible artists that have been added to the already stellar lineup, guaranteeing a weekend of amazing live entertainment. It is shaping up to be an incredible three days with more than 25 […]
Competition entries open for The Royal National Mòd 2023 in Paisley
The online entry system for this year’s Royal National Mòd is now open, An Comunn Gàidhealach has announced. Competitors wishing to take part in the 2023 event, taking place between 13-21 October 2023 in Paisley, have until midnight on Wednesday 31st May 2023 to submit their entries. 2023 will see the Gaeldom’s premiere musical and cultural event celebrating Gaelic language […]
Scottish Young Musicians Ensemble of the Year seeking to find best young music group in Scotland, with entries open to all school-aged pupils in the country
Scottish Young Musicians is returning for 2023 to find Scotland’s best solo performer and ensemble. Young musicians from around the country will compete to win big prizes and perform live on a national stage in front of internationally renowned judges. This year more local authorities are taking part to offer young people around Scotland the opportunity to take part in this […]
The TAM Sessions – bringing music, art and crafting together.
Sunday 12th March: The pilot of The TAM sessions is taking place in Edinburgh! Musicians Claire Gullan and Kirstie McLanaghan are embarking on a new, collaborative project that combines their passions- playing Trad music, art, & crafting. The TAM Sessions will be an open and informal trad session, and at the same time we welcome you to bring […]