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.
Visit our dedicated Distil website for all the latest news. http://www.distil.org.uk
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Information Session for Applicants | Seisean Fiosrachaidh do Thagraichean
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The Traditional Music Forum (TMF) is seeking new trustees to join the organisations Board of Directors
The Traditional Music Forum (TMF) is seeking new trustees to join the organisations Board of Directors. The main responsibilities of the Board include governance, advocacy, strategic direction, as well as ensuring the legal and ethical commitments and standards of the organisation are met. Meetings are held quarterly and are either online or in person. In […]
Trad Arts Mentoring
The next cycle of the trad arts mentoring programme will run from November 2023-April 2024. Tracs are now recruiting a new group of mentees – musicians, dancers and storytellers – including Scots and Gaelic practitioners in these disciplines – and I’d be grateful if you’d share this with anyone you feel might be particularly interested. […]
Opportunity: HebCelt are looking for a Festival Manager
The Hebridean Celtic Festival is an internationally acclaimed music festival which takes place annually in Stornoway, Isle of Lewis. This award winning festival has just completed its 26th annual festival to sell out crowds and a rich programme from across the globe, celebrating celtic and Gaelic music and culture. The Festival is organised by the […]
David Mann of the Hexham Violin Shop in Northumberland is looking for a competent talented graduate to work with him
I am David Mann of the Hexham Violin Shop in Northumberland, I am looking for a competent talented graduate who is willing to work with me and enhance their skills in violin making, repairing, restoration also bow re-hairing and repair. Any one interested please e mail for further information to hexhamviolinshop@outlook.com Tel 01434 607897 mob […]
Buain, a Gaelic arts gathering
Chithear fiosrachadh gu h-ìosal mu dheidhinn tachartas a tha sinne aig Alba Chruthachail a’ cuir air dòigh san t-Sultain, ann an Inbhir Nis. Bhithinn fada nur chomain mas urrainn dhuibh seo sgaoileadh a-measg ur lìonraidhean agus co-obraichean. Saoil am faic mi ann sibh? Nach cuir sibh fios thugam ma tha ceistean sam bith agaibh an-dràsta. […]
Opportunity for Artists – Kings Place ‘Scotland Unwrapped’ 2024
Brand new opportunities for artists who want to develop the English market. Showcase Scotland Expo are looking ahead to 2024 and will be working closely with venues and festivals in England to help artists develop audiences in this very important market. We are delighted to announce that we have teamed up with Kings Place in London who […]
Live Music Now Scotland – Audition Applications Open 21st August 2023
Audition applications for Live Music Now Scotland will open on Monday 21st August 2023. LMNS are looking for emerging musicians for fairly paid performances to bring high-quality live music to people who can’t easily access concerts. Any style of music is welcome. Auditions will take place on 17th and 19th January 2024 More info This […]
Culture, Heritage and Events Fund (Renfrewshire Council)
Our Culture, Heritage and Events Fund is a fund for artists, organisations and communities to support creative projects and events throughout Renfrewshire and beyond. The purpose of the Fund is to raise cultural ambition and stimulate new cultural, heritage and events activity, aiming to create long-lasting cultural, economic and social transformation in Renfrewshire. The Culture, […]
Clydebuilt 16: Verse Apprenticeship Scheme
Clydebuilt is a 12-month mentoring scheme for emerging poets. Paired with an experienced poet-tutor, participants take part in group tutorials and one-to-one sessions to develop a portfolio of poems. The Clydebuilt Verse Apprenticeship Scheme provides intensive support for poets of any age at an early stage of their writing careers, encouraging a greater dialogue between […]