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. […]
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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 […]
IT’S official! The World’s Largest Ceilidh Band, organised by Stonehaven Folk last year is a Guinness World Record Holder.
It took months of planning to meet the stringent requirements for last year’s attempt to set a new record for the world’s largest ceilidh band. Forms had to be filled and strict evidence protocols followed. Stewards, counters, dancers, video photographers and even Aberdeenshire’s Lord Provost were needed to ensure the event met the challenge. Nerves […]
EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL HARP FESTIVAL 5 – 10 APRIL 2019
A fantastic line-up of concerts for 2019 including: Gráinne Hambly and William Jackson : Two of the foremost harpers of Ireland and Scotland, performing a selection of Irish and Scottish tunes. Corbalán Brothers : In a welcome return to our festival the brothers weave their myriad ideas into a wonderful texture of sound, stemming from […]
Celtic Connections 2019 Ends on a High Note
After 18 incredible days of music, ceilidhs, talks, workshops, screenings and much more the world-leading annual music festival Celtic Connections comes to a close today (Sunday 3 February). 2000 artists from 25 countries took part in 300 events on 35 stages across Glasgow – making this the most widespread Celtic Connections since the festival began […]
Fiddle player Benedict Morris wins BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician 2019
FIDDLE player Benedict Morris has been named BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician 2019, after an outstanding winning performance at Glasgow’s City Halls. Judges were unanimous in awarding the 20-year-old the title, now seen as the premier accolade for young musicians in their field. Each of the six finalists gave a stirring performance, broadcast live […]