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Showcase Scotland Expo have an opportunity for artists to tour in Germany and Scandinavia – this will be for two artists in 2025 (26 Nov to 9 Dec) and two more artists in 2026 (Nov/Dec, exact dates tbc).
Ceòlas Scottish Music Nights is a Showcase Scotland Expo initiative being run in partnership with the Scottish Government, Concert Connections and Minnamurra Music. It was set up to bring the best in Scottish talent to Germany and help artists develop this market, and we have since expanded the scope into other Northern European territories.
Last year’s Ceòlas tour saw two artists perform across Denmark, Finland, Germany, Norway, Sweden and the Netherlands, including Baltoppen Live in Ballerup, a showcase at Folkelarm in Oslo, and a St Andrew’s Night concert in Berlin.
Applications for 2025 and 2026 are open now and the deadline for applying is 11.59pm on Sunday 16th February.
Click below for the application form along with guidance notes and criteria.
Delivery of this opportunity is subject to funding being secured by Showcase Scotland Expo.
If you have any queries prior to submitting your application please email info@showcasescotlandexpo.com with ‘Ceòlas Tour’ in the subject line.
Apply here https://www.cognitoforms.com/ShowcaseScotlandExpo1/CeolasScottishMusicNightsTours20252026