Companion Database
Welcome to the We Make Music Companion database!
This is a compendium of good practice in vocal and instrumental music education, opportunities for collaborative music making, signposts towards advice and support, and recommendations for further study and upskilling. It has been compiled to support learners, aspiring musicians, music students, professional musicians, parents and carers, teachers and students alike.
Looking for opportunities near you? Visit the map to search geographically.
Notes on Filters
You can filter the database by a range of criteria including age and stage, genre, aspirations and more. Price ranges indicate the following:
£ = £0–5
££ = £5–15
£££ = £15–30
££££ = £30 and over
Adult Fèis
Residential music making programme for Adult learners near Ullapool- From complete beginner to advanced players.
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Fèis Rois Foghlam
YMI and local authority developed schools resources with in English, Scots and Gaelic.
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Fèis Rois Instrument Hire
Affordable Instrument Hire for those participating in Fèis Rois weekly classes
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Fèis Rois Time
Online videos and activity sheets
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Fun Folk App
App to introduce under 5s to Scottish Traditional music.
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Fun Folk App
App to introduce under 5s to Scottish Traditional music through interactive activities, animations and films.
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Junior Fèis
Residential music making programme taking place in three locations for p4-S3 (2023 dates 3rd – 7th April 2023- and October 16th-20th 2023)
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Junior Fèis
Residential music making programme taking place in three locations for p4-S3 (2023 dates 3rd – 7th April 2023- and October 16th-20th 2023)
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Junior Fèis
Residential music making programme taking place in three locations for p4-S3 (2023 dates 3rd – 7th April 2023- and October 16th-20th 2023)
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Senior Fèis
Residential Fèis for S1-S6 students
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If your organisation has opportunities and resources for music learners, we’d love to hear from you. Follow the link below to submit your entry.