Refugee Festival Scotland has announced an exciting line-up of events sharing the stories of people and communities who have settled in Scotland. In a year of terrible conflicts that’s seen millions of people around the world forced from their homes, the festival brings together people from different backgrounds in friendship and solidarity. The theme of […]
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Dewar Arts Awards
Dewar Arts Awards are delighted to be supported by Wm Grant and be part of this network. At this time of the year young people are thinking about their future, exploring courses, opportunities and essentially identifying funding to support them to participate. I wanted to raise your organisation’s awareness of the Dewar Arts Awards so that […]
Gary Innes announces ground-breaking ‘Hoolie in New York’ at Carnegie Hall
Scotland’s beloved cultural extravaganza, Hoolie in the Hydro, is crossing the Atlantic for an unprecedented event in the Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Spearheaded by musician and broadcaster Gary Innes, the visionary behind Scotland’s biggest night of traditional music, this historic event is set to take place on Saturday 5th April 2025 […]
Closing date for entries approaching for The Royal National Mòd 2024 in Oban
The online entry system to compete in this year’s Royal National Mòd closes soon. Individual and group competitors wishing to take part in the 2024 event, taking place from 11-19 October 2024 in Oban, have until midnight on Friday 31 May 2024 to submit their entries. This year marks a poignant homecoming for the iconic event, Scotland’s premier celebration of the Gaelic language, […]
#WorldPlayAStrathspeyDay 2024 Concert at Edinburgh Tradfest
Saturday 4 May was #WorldPlayAStrathspeyDay and once again Edinburgh Tradfest hosted a concert to celebrate the humble Strathspey (and other Scottish tunes!). The fiddlers were Eryn Rae (BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician 2022), BBC Radio Scotland Young Trad finalist 2024 Matt Tighe, uber accordionist Megan Macdonald (Heisk), and pianist extraordinaire Rory Matheson. Join us on May 3rd, 2025 […]
Rachel Hair and Ron Jappy US West Coast tour 1-12th May
Fiery Trad duo Rachel Hair and Ron Jappy combine Scotland’s most ancient and contemporary instruments, the celtic harp and acoustic guitar with electrifying results.Having released Èlan “An outstanding instrumental album” (Folking.com) in 2023, they are performing concerts and teaching workshops in California, Oregon and Washington. The tour is supported by the UK National Lottery through […]
Celtic music trailblazers Capercaillie celebrate 40 years with ReLoved, new album featuring the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Celebrating 40 years in 2024, Capercaillie have announced ReLoved, an album of new symphonic arrangements recorded with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra. With new arrangements from Greg Lawson (Grit Orchestra), Donald Shaw, and Kate St John, the album will be released on double vinyl and streaming platforms on 31st May 2024. Widely respected trailblazers of Celtic music, Capercaillie are credited with being […]
Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin Big Band – this weekend!
The Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin’ is back in partnership with Edinburgh Tradfest to offer an exciting opportunity for young musicians, with support from the William Grant Foundation. The EYG Big Band is a three-day programme for ages 13–18. It will be led by some of Scotland’s finest musicians, who will support participants to learn traditional music […]
Tinto Summer School 2024
The inaugural Tinto Summer School, originally named The Millennium Summer School, took place in 2000 at Wiston Lodge, where it continues to be held today. Throughout the years, we have hosted thousands of young musicians who come together to learn Scottish music and song, making new friends and having a fantastic time. We eagerly anticipate […]
Cambridge Folk Festival announces exciting new partnership with Showcase Scotland Expo for 2024
Leading Scottish artists set to dazzle crowds at Cherry Hinton in the Year of Scotland Cambridge Folk Festival is partnering with Showcase Scotland Expo to host the finest emerging artists from north of the border in an unparalleled initiative for an English festival from Thursday 25 – Sunday 28 July 2024. Dozens auditioned for twelve coveted spots on the […]