An ensemble of acclaimed Highland & Island musicians and writers come together this month for a series of concerts to mark the 100th anniversary of a mass emigration from the islands of Lewis, Uist and Barra. When SS Metagama left Stornoway with over 300 young islanders on an Assisted Passage sailing to Canada in April 1923, … Continued

Next month some of Scotland’s top traditional musicians will descend on Ullapool for a weekend of Gaelic and Scots music tuition and performances as part of this year’s Adult Fèis Rois. Fèis Rois nan Inbheach, (Adult Fèis) is run by Dingwall arts organisation, Fèis Rois, and celebrates Gaelic and Scots music with a weekend of … Continued

📷 Tommy Sands Music Folk At The Salmon Bothy has revealed the line up for the 2023 Haal music festival Now in its 13th year, the Haal will take place from 2 – 4 June in Portsoy, bringing together renowned folk musicians and performers from across the globe. Acts from Scotland, Ireland and the USA … Continued

Directory of Musicians Spotify Playlist #22 – Accordion Special This month’s playlist features all things accordion! With fantastic music from Mairearad Green & Anna Massie, Paddy Callaghan, The Canny Band, Skerryvore, Tannara, Andrew Waite, Heisk, Cala, Angus Lyon & Ruaridh Campbell, and Mànran. scotlandonline.org

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