SoAlive Music Conference 2024, happening from October 2nd to October 4th in Sofia, promises an extraordinary exploration into the future of music. This year, we’re broadening our focus to encompass new technologies and Artificial Intelligence, alongside opportunities in sync, all commencing with a songwriting camp and artist residency. The conference will feature over 40 panels, […]
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Là Abairt na Gàidhlig 2024 // Say a Gaelic Phrase Day 2024
‘S e Diardaoin 22 Gearran an treas Là Abairt na Gàidhlig. Tha seo na iomairt airson daoine a bhrosnachadh gus Gàidhlig fheuchainn, no am beagan a th’ aca a chleachdadh! Airson pàirt a ghabhail, chan eil agad ach ri abairt Gàidhlig bhon duilleag seo a thaghadh (no fear dha do thoil fhèin), ionnsaich mar a […]
Competition entries open for The Royal National Mòd 2024 in Oban
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 2024 event, taking place from 11-19 October 2024 inOban, have until midnight on Friday 31 May 2024 to submit their entries. Oban is fondly recognised as the home of the Mòd, with An Comunn Gàidhealach, the central organisation who […]
Sgoil Shamhraidh 2024, Ceòlas, South Uist
Ceòlas are delighted to open bookings for our 2024 Summer School, which will take place in Daliburgh, South Uist from 7th to 12th July 2024. This is a brilliant week of music and fun with great tutors and craic. Find out more here.
Shetland Fiddle Week, Lerwick 5-9th August 2024
Shetland Fiddle Week offers a week of fiddle classes suitable for all abilities, teaching the unique Shetland fiddle style and tunes. Delivered in the beautiful Shetland Islands themselves, the week offers students a chance to absorb Shetland’s musical culture and heritage and meet members of the thriving musical community. Concerts and sessions will also take […]
World-class folk talent and themed nights on the cards for Edinburgh Folk Club
Following a buoyant start to its 2024 season, Edinburgh Folk Club’s weekly folk nights are set to continue into February and March with a wealth of folk talent and themed open mic nights. Celebrating its 50th year at the heart of the capital’s traditional music scene, the beloved Club lights up Wednesday nights at Edinburgh’s Ukrainian Community Centre, […]
Calum McIlroy, BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician Award Winner 2024
Singer, mandolin & guitar player Calum McIlroy, from Aberdeenshire, is the winner of the coveted title of BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician 2024. A packed audience in Glasgow’s City Halls watched six finalists vie for the title, in an event which was also broadcast live on BBC Radio Scotland and BBC ALBA on Sunday, […]
Curtain closes on Celtic Connections 2024
World-renowned folk, roots and world music festival Celtic Connections drew to a triumphant close in Glasgow last night after 18 days of spectacular sold-out concerts, innovative musical sessions and star-studded collaborations. From Thursday 18 January to Sunday 4 February, the city came alive with over 300 incredible events involving 1,200 artists across 25 of the city’s venues.The biggest […]
Renowned Scottish musician Anna Massie announces solo album Two Down
Renowned Scottish musician and broadcaster Anna Massie takes centre stage in her latest musical endeavour Two Down. Set for release on Friday 15 March, the upbeat solo album showcases Anna’s extraordinary talent as a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. Long-awaited since her debut solo album release in 2003, the record is a culmination of Anna’s 21 years of musical exploration, and […]
Job Title: Event Manager – Tiree Music Festival
Job Title: Event Manager – Tiree Music FestivalLocation: Remote working for planning months, onsite for event operation & delivery in July Job Type: Part-Time Freelance (working alongside local Event Manager)Application Deadline: 5pm Monday 19th February About Tiree Music Festival Tiree Music Festival (TMF) is a renowned annual music festival set against the stunning backdrop of […]