Distil is a twice yearly gathering of musicians rooted in folk and traditional music, but who are interested in expanding their creative horizons into other other areas of musical practice. With the continuing success of Celtic Connections’ New Voices programme, and with other commissioning opportunities, an increasing number of musicians is becoming interested in creating music that goes beyond the boundaries of 32 bar dance and traditional song forms.
Distil, which was established in 2002, allows musicians to work with experienced practitioners from other music worlds: jazz, orchestral, contemporary, in a mutual exchange of ideas and experience.
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Finance and Operations Officer – Hear My Music
Finance and Operations Officer We are looking for a Finance and Operations Officer to join our small team. This is a new role, with the flexibility to be tailored to an individual successful candidate. You will be a key member of an eclectic and creative workforce, with the opportunity to make a real difference in […]
Introducing Distil Beta Sessions
We’re excited to launch the newest part of Distil: Distil Beta Sessions – a new space for musicians to try out ideas and experiment with their music. What are Beta Sessions? Beta Sessions is like a music playground. It’s a friendly place where musicians can test new songs, try different sounds, and explore creative ideas without worrying […]
Regional Choir Music Staff – Various Locations NYCOS (National Youth Choir of Scotland)
NYCOS is seeking Music Staff for Regional Choirs across Scotland to teach Kodály-based musicianship and support choir rehearsals, with particular opportunities in Stirling, Midlothian, Falkirk and Edi NYCOS is seeking Music Staff for Regional Choirs across Scotland, with particular opportunities available in Stirling, Midlothian, Falkirk and Edinburgh. You’ll support the Regional Choir Director in delivering […]
Director of Creativity & Impact (Shetland Arts)
This is a key senior management role where you’ll oversee the delivery of all artistic and creative activity including learning and outreach. This is a key senior management role where you’ll oversee the delivery of all artistic and creative activity including learning and outreach. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you’ll play a pivotal role […]
Distil is Growing: New Opportunities for Professional Musicians
We’re excited to announce that Distil is expanding! Our flagship residential programme has been helping professional traditional musicians develop their composition and improvisation skills since 2002, and now we’re adding three new ways to connect, learn, and experiment. What’s New in the Distil Family Distil Meet-Up Series Three intimate workshops throughout the year, each led […]
National Piping Centre are recruiting a new NPC Clubs Producer!
The National Piping Centre is the UK’s leading organisation championing piping as a powerful agent for youth development. Our growing NPC Clubs programme brings young people aged 7-17 together to develop their confidence and sense of belonging through music-making activity. We are seeking a visionary and collaborative Clubs Producer who is ready to work closely […]
Traditional Music Forum Autumn Workshops 2025
Professional Development Opportunities for Traditional Musicians Essential Skills Workshops Our workshops offer invaluable insights and practical guidance to help you succeed in the traditional music landscape today. Whether you want to learn how to record and release your music, craft a successful funding application, organise a tour, or take control of your finances – these […]
Introducing the Distil Meet-Up Series 2025/2026
For over twenty years, Hands Up for Trad’s Distil project has been pioneering creative development for traditional musicians across Scotland. Through residential workshops, mentoring, and collaboration with leading ensembles like Mr McFall’s Chamber, Distil has empowered hundreds of musicians to develop compositional confidence and improvisational skills, creating new works that bridge traditional and contemporary music. […]
Showcase Scotland Expo Opportunity Application Form – Scotland Introducing / English Folk Expo 2026
Scotland Introducing Scotland Introducing is a new initiative designed to introduce artists to new audiences across England. This follows on from the year-long Scotland Unwrapped at Kings Place, the focus at Cambridge Folk Festival and the Visit delivered for the English market which were all delivered last year. Showcase Scotland Expo understands England is an […]
Dundee Musicians’ Award
Applications Now Open for The Dundee Musicians’ Award. Staged by Leisure & Culture Dundee it was established in 2008 to support the work of outstanding Dundee-based musicians. Awards from £500 -£1000. The Award was established in 2008 to support the work of outstanding Dundee-based musicians by awarding grants towards the costs involved in creating new […]