8th March 2023 This International Women’s Day, Faber Music is proud to announce a tune book like no other. ‘Folk Tunes from the Women’, to be released on 5 May 2023, is a bumper book of over 150 contemporary tunes from 100 female composers from Britain and Ireland, brought together all from different areas, traditions and … Continued

📷 Ruth Keggin & Rachel Hair – photo by Amore du Plessis The Edinburgh International Harp Festival (EIHF) returns for its 42nd year. After two years online and a fully hybrid event in 2022, they are excited to announce to be back in person (with a few Zoom events) to new home, George Watson’s College. … Continued

YOU’RE INVITED TO SCHOOL OF DÀIMH On the weekend of 17th – 19th March, Highland folk legends Dàimh will present a relaxed and informal atmosphere to learn, play and socialise with like-minded musicians and locals right here at Arisaig Hotel. Workshops by day. Fast, slow and singing sessions by night. Food and accommodation available all … Continued

Directory of Musicians Spotify Playlist #21 – Flute & Whistle Special Our February 2023 playlist features all things flute and whistle! With 10 brilliant tracks from James Duncan Mackenzie, James Bauld, Tina Jordan Rees, Sarah Markey, David Foley & Jack Smedley, Hamish Napier, Tiernan Courell, Assynt, Ross Ainslie & Jarlath Henderson, and Project Smok. scotlandonline.org

TRACS (Traditional Arts and Culture Scotland) is delighted to announce that they have appointed Steve Byrne as their new Director. A noted performer, researcher, folklorist and community activist, Steve Byrne will take up his appointment from March 2023, continuing the work of TRACS and its three forums for traditional music, storytelling, and traditional dance; and … Continued

Directory of Musicians Spotify Playlist #20 – Robert Burns Special This January we have a special playlist celebrating the songs of Robert Burns with tracks by Robyn Stapleton, Dougie MacLean, Karen Matheson, North Sea Gas, Claire Hastings, Ivan Drever, Eddi Reader, The Tannahill Weavers, Ewan MacColl, and Mairi Campbell & David Francis. scotlandonline.org  

Directory of Musicians Spotify Playlist #19 – Christmas Special: a 36 minute festive playlist featuring amazing music from The Outside Track, The Furrow Collective, Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook Band, Mike Vass and Siobhan Miller. scotlandonline.org

Directory of Musicians Spotify Playlist #18 – listen to our 46 min playlist with brilliant music from Gary Innes & Ewan Robertson, Pippa Reid-Foster, Mischa MacPherson Trio, Ross Miller, The Shee, Session A9, Christine Kydd, Wendy Stewart & Gary West, Lau, and Eddi Reader. scotlandonline.org

Directory of Musicians Spotify Playlist #17 A 38 min playlist featuring fantastic music from Isla Ratcliff, Gavin Marwick, Fiona Hunter, Adam Holmes, Breabach, Donald Shaw, Jenn & Laura-Beth, Jenna Reid, Iain Fraser, and Barry Nisbet.

Directory of Musicians Spotify Playlist #16 A 44 minute playlist including fantastic music from the Paul McKenna Band, Ian Carr, Ross Ainslie – Brighde Chaimbeul – Steven Brynes, Josie Duncan, Fara, Elephant Sessions, Iona Fyfe, Alistair McCulloch Trio, Valtos & Man of the Minch, and Alasdair Roberts.