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 […]
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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 […]
The Big Gig – 160 Young People performing in Aberdeen Music Hall, Saturday 17th June
Scottish Culture and Traditions Youth (SC&T Youth), based in Aberdeen, are delighted to be taking part in the Light the Blue Festival this June! Over 160 children and young people will be taking part in The Big Gig in the Aberdeen Music Hall this Saturday 17th June. This fantastic concert will consist of performances from […]
Killin Music Fest gears up for highly anticipated return to the heart of Scotland
The countdown is on for the highly anticipated Killin Music Fest, which will see the scenic village in the heart of Scotland come alive with music, arts and culture between Friday 16 and Sunday 18 June. Showcasing and celebrating the best of Scottish tradition, the festival will welcome local, national and international musicians to its […]
Scotland’s newest major festival The Reeling celebrates sunny success
The Reeling, Scotland’s newest traditional music festival, enjoyed a resounding success this weekend, with around 8,000 Scottish music fans making their way to sunny Rouken Glen Park for the inaugural event. The highly anticipated celebration of culture, creativity and community delivered on all fronts, with over 30 performances from some of Scotland’s most exciting musical […]
Haal Festival Hailed A Success
Organisers of an annual folk music festival in Portsoy have hailed this year’s event a resounding success. Folk At The Salmon Bothy hosted the 13th Haal over the weekend of 2 – 4 June, attracting performers and audiences from around the world. The event showcased a full programme of music, songs, stories and poetry celebrating […]
Gies A Scots Poem Day, This Friday 9th June!
In a new development to #GiesAScotsPhraseDay which we have held the last 2 years we are instigating a wee change. #GiesAScotsPoemDay will be on Friday 9th 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 […]
Rachel Walker and Aaron Jones announce “Despite the Wind and Rain” tour.
Renowned Gaelic singer Rachel Walker and acclaimed accompanist, singer and member of the band Old Blind Dogs, Aaron Jones are thrilled to unveil the Scottish tour dates for their highly anticipated duo tour, “Despite the Wind and Rain”. The tour will take them across Scotland, celebrating the achievements of under-recognised women in Scottish history.The tour dates […]