As the venue’s Programme & Events Manager, Daniel Abercrombie has helped bring storytellers and performers from Scotland and far beyond to the Scottish Storytelling Centre. In the run-up to our 10th birthday celebrations later this week, he looks back on some of the shows that most stand out. I have two special memories that stand … Continued
This week marks the 10th anniversary of the Scottish Storytelling Centre, and to celebrate, we’ve collected stories and memories about the venue from some of those who know it best. First up, Bea Ferguson, Chair of the Scottish Storytelling Forum, reflects on how the Centre came to be and its development over the past decade. … Continued
There are many opportunities available to play, learn, improve playing of traditional music and song happening across Scotland this summer and into October. Playing with others in a residential setting or in a group setting is a great way to learn new tunes, new skills and possibly make new friends. Here is a list we … Continued
The ITAC3 funders are offering 15 funded bursary packages to allow artists from around the world to attend the 3 day conference in Edinburgh. The bursary scheme is intended to support artists and students working in the field of participatory arts for whom the conference costs are a barrier to attending. Bursary packages will cover … Continued
This year marks 20 years since the passing of George Mackay Brown, patron of the Scottish Storytelling Centre. As part of the Centre’s 10th birthday celebrations, we’re holding a number of events honouring the Orcadian poet and author, including Women Beside the Ocean of Time, an all-female performance produced by Gael Gals. Co-founder Martine Robertson … Continued
Congratulations to Eilidh Simmers: Young Pianist – Winner in Robert Burns World Federation National Secondary Schools Competition Finals Eilidh Simmers, from Keith in Moray, has won the Instrumental class of the Robert Burns World Federation’s National Schools Competition Finals for Secondary Schools in age category S3-4 – and unusually on piano. The event, which took … Continued
Tasgadh is a fund devolved from Creative Scotland, managed by Fèisean nan Gàidheal and open to organisations and individuals. Tasgadh is designed to provide support for traditional artists and organisations to create, perform, tour and showcase work. The fund can also support professional development projects. Tasgadh cannot support the purchase of equipment nor can the … Continued
A new app entitled Fun Folk has been developed to introduce young children to traditional Gaelic music, song, stories and dance. Youth arts organisation Fèis Rois will make it available as a free download for use on most mobile devices and the app will be launched in Edinburgh by Fiona Dalgetty, Fèis Rois CEO, at … Continued
A chance to celebrate dance on film and recognise works performed by older dancers… ‘Where maturity is perceived as an asset’ Judith Mackrell, The Guardian Deadline: Tuesday 21 June 2016, 12.00 noon Please send to Zannah Doan, Regional Producer, at zannah@pdsw.org.uk. Please read the criteria, competition details and background information before completing and submitting your application. Criteria Length … Continued
YouthLink have been asked by Scottish Government to administer a £2m Facilities Fund targeted at local community based groups offering sports, outdoor learning and physical activity (inclusive of dance) for young people. The fund will support the purchase of equipment, refurbishment/improvement to facilities.The deadline date for receiving applications is: Tuesday 31 May 2016 at 1:00pm … Continued
TRACS (Traditional Arts & Culture Scotland, SCIO SC043009) is a co-operative network which champions our shared traditions of music, song, storytelling, dance, crafts, customs and local languages. TRACS brings together the Traditional Music Forum (SCIO SC042867), the Scottish Storytelling Forum (SCIO SC052330) and the Traditional Dance Forum of Scotland (SCIO SC045085). Together we celebrate the local distinctiveness of Scotland’s places: our intangible cultural heritage. TRACS and the Forums have their registered office at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1SR.
