John Somerville, Adam Sutherland, Calum MacCrimmon and Laura-Beth Salter have set up a new adult summer school – The School of Folk – and are running the first one this July. School of Folk is a brand new summer event for adults based in the West End of Glasgow. In the morning sessions you will […]
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Next Easter Youth Gaitherin 8-10th April 2019 tickets on sale now!
The Easter Youth Gaitherin’ is an exciting opportunity for young musicians to come and take part in three days of workshops led by some of Scotland’s finest traditional musicians. Each participant can chose from three options, including fiddle (mixed levels), whistle, highland pipes, song and group work. We are delighted to announce that this years EYG […]
Gaelictronica 2019 – Ceòl ’s Craic, Glasgow
Ceòl ’s Craic is the social hub and platform for contemporary Gaelic culture in Glasgow Saturday, 09.03.2019, 7.45pm CCA, 350 Sauchiehall St. Glasgow Gaelictronica 2019 features a distinctly Nordic / Scottish crossover. Hamish Macleod and Josie Duncan play with Glasgow electronica outfit Inyal. Gaelictronica will see them reconvene with Scottish-Icelandic percussionist Signy Jakobsdottir to pursue […]
Tinto Summer School 2019
Happy New Year from Tinto Towers (is it too late now to say that?). We’re very excited to announce the dates and line-up for Tinto 2019. Tinto Summer School 2019 Wiston Lodge Monday 1st-Saturday 6th July 2019 BOOK HERE Tutors: Adam Sutherland: fiddle, composition Laura Wilkie: fiddle Ali Levak: flute, whistle Pablo Lafuente: guitar Josie […]
Fyne Fiddles Big Band Weekend (Wiston Lodge, by Biggar 15 – 17 March 2019)
Join Amy Geddes for a mixed-instrument, cross generational. fun-filled weekend music extravaganza! Learn new tunes, group playing skills, make great music and new friends. Enjoy the power of playing in a large ensemble, fully supported by experienced tutors ready to share their musical knowledge, skills and talent with you. Fully residential and non-residential options available. […]
Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail Opportunity
Are you 16-25 and passionate about traditional music? Fèis Rois is currently accepting applications for their 2019 Ceilidh Trail Programme. The Ceilidh Trail is an amazing opportunity to hone your skills and experience life as a touring musician. Spend the summer making friends, learning tunes and performing across Scotland and beyond! You need to be […]
Congratulations Hector Riddell – Bothy Ballad Champion o Champions 2019
Hector Riddell won back the coveted porridge bowl and spurtle trophy in front of a packed audience in Elgin at the weekend. The 37th running of the celebration of traditional Doric farming songs brings together winners of six regional events and last year’s defending champion, who was Joe Aitken. Agricultural workers developed the tunes generations ago […]
Heisk, Eabhal, Assynt bands at Showcase Scotland 2019. Watch the videos!
We had a fabulous day of music at Showcase Scotland as part of Celtic Connections last Thursday. Up and coming bands Heisk, Eabhal and Assynt all performed a 15 minute set. Luckily we were able to video the performances and make them available to you! Watch them below.
World Play A Strathspey Day – Wednesday 15th May
On Wednesday 15th May Hands Up for Trad will be launching World Play A Strathspey Day where we are asking people across the globe to play a strathspey and record it and share to their social media channels. It is a blatant attempt to let even more of the world hear our fabulous Scottish music! […]
Blazin’ Fiddles – Blazin’ in Beuly 2019 tickets on sale
Blazin’ Fiddles are delighted to announce that Blazin’ in Beauly 2019 went on sale at 6pm on January 31st. They’ve got the fantastic Troy MacGillivray joining them from Canada this year Rick Taylor will be back to delight the group work class, Bob Massie will be hosting the slower sessions on Tuesday and Thursday, and Hannah […]