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Institut français d'Ecosse @ifecosse.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Don't miss an evening of Scottish folk and Americana roots music on 29 August with The Fountaineers - Callum Morton (fiddle & mandolin) and Michael Wright (guitar & vocals) 🎻 29 Aug at @ifecosse.bsky.social with @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social 🎟️ www.ifecosse.org.uk/events-agend...

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

From galleries to care homes. 🎶 We recently joined colleagues at #LiveMusicNow Vienna for a cross-border exchange as part of Festival of Europe Scotland. Duo Winter - Djurdjević performed a beautiful programme for audiences in Edinburgh. Full blog here 🔗 livemusicnow.scot/stories/from...

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From galleries to care homes: LMNS at Festival of Europe - Live Music Now Scotland

From gallery spaces to care homes, Live Music Now Scotland joined Live Music Now Vienna for a cross-border exchange as part of Festival of Europe Scotland.

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Andy Catlin @andycatlin.com · 09/02/2026

Lovely wee set today from Kristina Leesik + Séamus Ó’Baoighill at National Museum of Scotland in partnership with @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social 👏 More free live music coming up → www.nms.ac.uk/events/live-...

A fiddle player performing at a concert in a museum

A small pipes player performing at a concert in a museum

Two fiddle players performing at a concert in a museum

A fiddle player and a small pipes player performing at a concert in a museum

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Come along to the World Premiere of The Gemstone Arias ✨ New music by Jay Capperauld with words by Niall Campbell. Performed by Rosie Lavery (soprano) and Anna Michels (piano). Tue 13 Jan | 6.30pm at Institut français d'Ecosse @ifecosse.bsky.social Read more: www.ifecosse.org.uk/events-agend...

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Institut français d'Ecosse @ifecosse.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Don’t miss the concert of The Gemstone Arias — formed by soprano Rosie Lavery & pianist Anna Michels, with @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social! The duo draws inspiration from 5 minerals, each celebrated for its synaesthetic qualities 13 Jan at @ifecosse.bsky.social 🎟️ www.ifecosse.org.uk/events-agend...

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Andy Catlin @andycatlin.com · 07/08/2025

Gorgeous set tonight from Morris Begg Duo c/o @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social at @nationalgalleries.bsky.social creating a much needed refuge from the festivals chaos 👏😌👏

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A classical music singer and guitarist performing in an art gallery

A classical guitarist performing in an art gallery

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

National Galleries of Scotland | LMNS musician Giulia Drummond will support two freelance visual artists who’ll be helping families make their instruments. Part of Sound Station, a free, drop-in holiday art workshop. www.nationalgalleries.org/event/art-su... via @nationalgalleries.bsky.social

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Art Summer | Artist Weekends | National Galleries of Scotland

Join us this summer for a vibrant series of creative outdoor weekends! Art Summer | Artist Weekends are all about getting hands-on, having fun, and making art in nature—no experience needed. Whether ...

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Andy Catlin @andycatlin.com · 05/06/2025

Beautiful clarsach set tonight from Siannie Moodie c/o @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social at @nationalgalleries.bsky.social inspired by the current 'The World of King James VI & I' exhibition.

A clarsach player onstage during a concert

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Institut français d'Ecosse @ifecosse.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Make Music Day #concert and cocktail — your presence made the event truly special! And a heartfelt congratulations to Trio Contrasti for an incredible performance! #MakeMusicDay #LiveMusic 👏🎻🎼 @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

Live Music Now Scotland returns to the @nationalgalleries.bsky.social on 7 Aug with the brilliant JKL DUO – flute, whistle, bodhrán, guitar & a mix of world, classical, jazz & Celtic sounds. Free but booking is a must: www.nationalgalleries.org/event/live-m...

Two people standing on stone steps with an old stone building behind them. One is holidng a guitar and the other one a flute.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Music makes space for everyone. 🎶 This #Pride season, we're celebrating the musicians, audiences, and communities that make Live Music Now Scotland such a vibrant, inclusive space. Read our latest blog post here: livemusicnow.scot/stories/live... #InclusionMatters

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Live Music Now Scotland celebrates diversity and inclusion - Live Music Now Scotland

LMNS is committed to making our musical programmes inclusive, welcoming, meaningful and reflective of society.

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Institut français d'Ecosse @ifecosse.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Celebrate #MakeMusicDay with the concert of Trio Contrasti, a unique piano trio with captivating styles! Trio Contrasti brings together 3 talented musicians from Armenia, Russia, and China 🎻🎵 20 June at @ifecosse.bsky.social with @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social 🎟️ www.ifecosse.org.uk/events-agend...

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

A Girl, a Goat and a Guitar. 🎶 In partnership with @rcsofficial.bsky.social. Behind the scenes: Rachel Sullivan, winner of Kimie Composition Prize 2025, working with LMNS' Morris Begg Duo on this year's commissioned piece. It’s sounding incredible — more to come! #NewMusic #LiveMusicNowScotland

A group of musicians is working in a room with a piano in the background. One person has a laptop and one holds a guitar.

Close-up of a music sheet. In the background is a person with a laptop and one with a guitar.

A big group of people is working in a room with a piano in the background.

Two people making music. One is sitting down and holding a guitar and one is standing up and singing.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

New blog post: LMNS & #MusicAtPaxton: Sharing the Love of Music! 🎶 LMNS has a long-standing partnership with this wonderful festival in the Scottish Borders, and as this summer's events are fast approaching, here's a highlight of our collaboration: livemusicnow.scot/stories/live... #MusicFestival

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Live Music Now Scotland & Music at Paxton: Sharing the Love of Music - Live Music Now Scotland

LMNS continues inspiring partnership with Music at Paxton, the celebrated chamber music festival in the Scottish Borders.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Pleased to see MEPG’s We Make Music Instrument Libraries project up for the People’s Choice Award at the 2025 #CharityAwards! MEPG works with 70+ partners to help put music at the heart of young people’s lives across Scotland. Vote here: scvo.scot/scottish-cha... #MusicEducation #MusicMatters

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

We believe music has the power to connect, inspire and celebrate all kinds of individuals. We are delighted to take part in #Neurodiversity Celebration Week. This week, and every week, we work to create a safe and inclusive space where everyone can thrive. Read more: www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

A badge that says we're supporting and celebrating Neurodiversity Week, March 17th - 23rd, 2025.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Yesterday, we hosted the 2nd session of LMNS auditions. We had a fantastic time and listened to very talented musicians. Two sessions left, stay tuned for updates on who goes through this year. TYSM to the panel, the LMNS team and our brilliant ushers! #Auditions #Musicians #LiveMusicNowScotland

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

It was a great day in the LMNS office today, as some of our musicians have popped in for a fantastic Watch Party. We're partaking in Culture For Climate Scotland's event '#Springboard2025: Assembly for creative climate action'. cultureforclimate.scot #ClimateNeedsCulture #ArtsAndSustainability

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

From everyone at Live Music Now Scotland, we would like to say a warm welcome to our new CEO, Jude Anderson. Jude's leadership experience spans multiple sectors, working collaboratively to achieve social impact through the arts. Read more on our latest blog post: livemusicnow.scot/stories/jude...

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Jude Anderson joins Live Music Now Scotland as new CEO - Live Music Now Scotland

Jude Anderson leads LMNS into its next phase, bringing her extensive experience in both music and the wider arts sectors, with a proven track record of managing charitable arts organisations with a st...

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Friday mornings at the @nationalgalleries.bsky.social are for the littlest art-lovers! On 28th February, LMNS harpist Mary Reid will host a workshop. Expect interesting sounds and sensory art-fun … and a cuppa for the parents/carers. Free drop-in sessions: nationalgalleries.org/event/family-fridays

Grid with two images: one with 3 children standing around a harp player. 2nd image is a person holding a harp.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Last week, Rosie and Anna gave a wonderful performance at the @nationalgalleries.bsky.social in Edinburgh, performing a superb programme which celebrated LGBT+ History Month. Read the full post with musicians' comments here: www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1... 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #LiveMusic #LGBTHistoryMonth #lgbtq

Two persons are standing in a gallery space, surrounded by huge paintings. They are wearing dresses with very wide sleeves and have one arm each lifted into the air. Both are smiling.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

Our musicians frequently visit the wonderful Horatio's Garden at Queen Elizabeth National Spinal Injuries Unit in Glasgow. Staff says that bringing music into the unit allows individuals to relax, experience joy, distract from pain and connect with others. Katy Bell, photographed by Helen Hyland.

Musician playing cello in a hospital ward.

Musician playing cello in a room full of flower pots.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Sharing this exciting piece of news for our friends over at @abshirecouncil.bsky.social . Aberdeenshire’s Youth Music Initiative Programme has just launched its brand-new Engage Site! 🎶✨ Access their hub via: engage.aberdeenshire.gov.uk or simply scan the QR Code. #YMI #YouthMusic #MusicForAll

Promo graphic from Aberdeenshire's YMI Programme.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Congratulations to our friend Bryce Morrison, who has had a number of his videos accepted for the National Library of Scotland’s Moving Image Archive, of which two feat. LMNS. Bryce has been creating videos for years, hoping they might become a part of social history. www.youtube.com/watch?v=innv...

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Talented Young Musicians playing at Live Music Now Scotland Events

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

LMNS connected with Fundación Valle La Paz in 2024, when musician Lavinia Negrete and Morgan Szymanski, founder of Mexico-based PRISMA, visited Scotland. Lavinia picked up this song when performing with LMNS duo Roo and Neil during the visit. www.youtube.com/watch?v=QF9T...

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River River | Fundación Valle La Paz

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

New blog post: We're delighted to announce a £150,000 funding award from Elizabeth Lornie’s Charitable Trust. The trust has supported LMNS for many years, with particular emphasis on our work with older people with dementia in residential and daycare in Edinburgh. livemusicnow.scot/stories/lmns...

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LMNS is delighted to announce a funding award of £150,000 from Elizabeth Lornie’s Charitable Trust. - Live Music Now Scotland

The Elizabeth Lornie’s Charitable Trust, previously known as The Morton Charitable Trust, has supported Live Music Now Scotland for many years, with a particular emphasis on its work with older people...

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Here's a great #opportunity for instrumentalists and vocalists looking to study abroad. Applications are now open for the Royal Philharmonic Society's Julius Isserlis Scholarship, with grants ranging from £500 up to £10,000. Read more here: royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/performers/study-abroad

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RPS Isserlis Scholarship - to study abroad

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

New blog post: Dancing in Faerie. In 2024, the Kimie Composition Prize took place in collaboration with the RCS, supported by Kimie Trust. The recipient, Connor Bristow, composed a piece for ASN audiences, written for, and performed by, No Borders String Trio. livemusicnow.scot/stories/kimi...

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Dancing in Faerie - Kimie Composition Prize 2024 - Live Music Now Scotland

In autumn 2024, the Kimie Composition Prize took place in collaboration with the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, and supported by Kimie Trust. The recipient, Connor Bristow, composed a new piece for ...

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

Survey from the Scottish Government about how the culture sector is supported in Scotland and what needs to change to best meet its needs going forward: forms.office.com/e/AhrX3BBtfp Responses from as many individual creative practitioners as possible are encouraged, as well as from organisations.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

Opportunity to get involved with LMNS. We are welcoming applications to board membership from those interested in and committed to music for social impact, coupled with early career professional development for exceptional instrumentalists and singers. livemusicnow.scot/about-us/wor...

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

Happy 2025 to all! We'd like to start the new year by announcing that our Emerging Artist series returns to Edinburgh's Usher Hall this month. The first concert will treat you to traditional tunes from LMNS duo Roo & Neil. Mon 13 Dec, 11am: www.usherhall.co.uk/whats-on/ser... #LiveMusic #TradMusic

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

With the festivities just around the corner, everyone at LMNS would like to wish you the happiest of holidays and a wonderful New Year in 2025. You can read the LMNS winter bulletin here: bit.ly/lmns-winter The team will now take a little break and look forward to seeing everyone in January.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

LMNS is part of the #EuropeanMusicCouncil, and one of 60 signatories of a letter to the new European Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture & Sport. The letter requests an expert group for music, reflecting the diversity of the music sector in all its aspects: shorturl.at/7RPas

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

The annual Boroughmuir High School Christmas Concert is this year raising money for LMNS. Funds raised will go to support our work in Edinburgh with focus on children and young people with additional support needs. Big thanks to Boroughmuir pupils, staff and families. justgiving.com/page/bhsconc...

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

It's UK #DisabilityHistoryMonth. To help raise awareness, we share a link to our Pathways Programme, supporting musicians with disabilities and additional support needs who face barriers to entering the music profession and accessing paid performance opportunities. livemusicnow.scot/musicians/pa...

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

"I encourage readers to visit the website in order to learn more about an interesting organisation that has some unusual and fascinating features. I also encourage them, very warmly, to acquire this lovely disc." — #MusicWebInternational Full review: musicwebinternational.com/2024/12/buil...

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Building Castles - New Music for New Audiences (Delphian) - MusicWeb International

Review of Building Castles - New Music for New Audiences on Delphian.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

"Menuhin, the inspiration of Scotland, and Live Music Now". Composer and violist Sally Beamish spoke at the Live Music Now international conference, which took place this November. Read the very poignant talk here: www.sallybeamish.com/single-post/... 📷 Peter Backhouse. #LiveMusicNow #MusicForAll

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

We recently hosted a Makaton training day for our musicians, to provide them with an additional tool for performances in ASN settings. Did you know that LMNS offers a wide range of CPD sessions to artists on the scheme? Read more on our website: livemusicnow.scot/musicians/training-programmes

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Four people doing Makaton sign language.

Makaton instructor talking and a person listening.

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Dr D Bear @deeedoc.bsky.social · 14/11/2024

Where are all the choirs, choral singers, conductors, composers, orchestras, classical music nerds and general UK music organisations? #choir #choralsinging #classicalmusic #UKchoir

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

This weekend: Renfrew #Christmas Lights Switch On: with Mairi McGillivray and Katie Allen. Renfrew Town Hall. Sat 23rd Nov, various times. www.renfrewshire.gov.uk/article/1281...

Two musicians playing guitar and fiddle against the backdrop of Christmas lights.

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Iona Fyfe @ionafyfe.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

This week I’ll be posting lots of fun stories about what I’m getting up to in Aberdeen, the Oor Vyce conference and Push the Boat Out Festival, which I’m performing at! 🎓Please give me a follow over on the photo place 🙏 www.instagram.com/iona.fyfe

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

At our start in 1984, LMNS put on 60 #concerts with a handful of classical ensembles. Today, that figure has increased to more than 750 #performances a year, delivered by a pool of around 120 #musicians. Listen as two of them, Roo & Neil, talks a little bit about their experiences with LMNS.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 13/11/2024

Oor Vyce Gaitherin, Scottish Storytelling Centre, 22 Nov. An event by our friends Oor Vyce. Talks & workshops with focus on the Scottish Language Bill & Scots Language in the Arts. The 3pm panel discussion 'Scots in the Arts' is chaired by LMNS musician @ionafyfe.bsky.social 🌐 bit.ly/OVgaitherin

Promotional banner saying ‘The Oor Vyce Gaitherin’, Fri 22nd Nov at Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh.

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Live Music Now Scotland @livemusicnowscot.bsky.social · 11/11/2024

Each year, LMNS musicians deliver hundreds of performances and workshops, bringing joy and inspiration to thousands of children and young people all across Scotland. For many of them, it will have been their first experience of live music. #Community #MusicForAll

Musician is showing a young person how to play a bodhrán drum. Both people are smiling.

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