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
Earmaster
App for ear training, sight-singing practice & rhythm training.
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East Ayrshire IMS
Local Authority instrumental music service, delivering high quality music tuition in schools
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East Dunbartonshire IMS
Local Authority instrumental music service, delivering high quality music tuition in schools
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East Lothian IMS
Local Authority instrumental music service, delivering high quality music tuition in schools
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East Renfrewshire IMS
Local Authority instrumental music service, delivering high quality music tuition in schools
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Eastfield Lifestyles
Adult Music sessions running 1.30-2.30pm on Fridays. All adults work with support assistants. Singing, dancing and sensory exploration
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Easy Peasy Plays
Plays and resources to put on school performances for ages 3-11. Downloads, booklets, etc.
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Edinburgh Blues Academy
Led by Toby Mottershead (Black Diamond Express), Vid Gobac and Ewan Gibson. 2023 announcement to be made after summer
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Edinburgh City IMS
Local Authority instrumental music service, delivering high quality music tuition in schools
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Edinburgh Jazz School
9 week course led by Fergus McCreadie, Joe Williamson, and David Bowden. 2023 announcement to be made after summer.
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Edinburgh Napier University Jazz Summer School
Immersive jazz course led by Sue McKenzie, Saxophonist, running 17 to 21 July 2023.
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Edinburgh Spectrum Music – Stockbridge
Music sessions for 6-18 year olds who have Autism.
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Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin Big Band
The EYG Big Band is a three-day programme for ages 13–18, plus additional Intro Day. It will be led by some of Scotland’s finest musicians, who will support participants to learn traditional music together and create their own arrangements as a group. Singing and songwriting is also offered. Our band tutors this year are Kate Young, Tom Oakes and Dave Milligan, supported by Jonathan Foster and Hailey Beavis.
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Edinburgh Youth Orchestra
Youth Orchestra and charitable trust offering courses in the sectional and full symphony orchestra format
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Education Reform (Ken Muir Report)
Report on educational reform in Scotland
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Ensemble
Music initiative for young people who would not normally have the opportunity to participate due to homelessness or mental-health.
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Erskine Arts
Community arts hub in the Erskine running a varied programme of activities.
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Erskine Arts Music Tuition
Tuition in guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and ukulele.
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Essential Skills Workshops for Traditional Musicians
Our industry-focussed workshops are designed to offer invaluable insights and practical guidance for musicians and organisations working within traditional music in Scotland. Whether you want to learn how to record and release your music, craft a successful funding application, improve your self-promotion, learn how how to book gigs, or take control of your finances – these workshops are designed with your professional development in mind.
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Evaluations on Playlist for Life
Research on using pre-recorded music with those living with dementia
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Evening Classes
50 minute group classes for adults focussing on repertoire, technique and performance
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EYG Big Band
EYG Big Band is a three-day programme for ages 13–18, led by some of Scotland’s finest musicians.
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Fair Access at RCS
Funded participation in RCS Short Courses and Junior Conservatoire programmes for students who might not otherwise get the opportunity.
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Falkirk IMS
Local Authority instrumental music service, delivering high quality music tuition in schools
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Fèis Phàislig
Arts organisation that promotes interest, education and participation in the traditional arts and Gaelic culture across Renfrewshire.
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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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Fèisean nan Gàidheal
Organisation which supports the development of community-based Gaelic arts tuition festivals throughout Scotland.
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Fèisean nan Gàidheal
Organisation which supports the development of community-based Gaelic arts tuition festivals throughout Scotland.
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Feels FM
Playlist generator to help children and young people match their moods to appropriate music
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Fever!
Interactive Online Opera for 8-12 year olds
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Fife IMS
Local Authority instrumental music service, delivering high quality music tuition in schools
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Fife Youth Jazz Orchestra
Youth jazz programme based in Fife, established by Richard Michael, and having run for over 40 years.
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Figurenotes/Drake Music Scotland Resource Bundle
Accessible music notation method. Free resource available, in addition to fully charged version.
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Film Composers Lab
Professional development for early career composers
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Film Composers Lab
Professional development for early career composers
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Film Music (Online) Credit Rated
This module explores the use of music and sound in film, examining how music can create meaning beyond the image. By exploring a range of film genres you will develop a broad understanding of techniques, themes and issues in audiovisual studies.
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Find a Music Group
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Find Your Local Bookbug
Database to find local Bookbug sessions
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Fire Station Creative
Free live music events. Organises ‘Outwith Festival’ with programme that includes Jazz nights, multi-venue rock and pop events, and traditional music.
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First Notes App
App for parents and carers of young children with no prior experience of music making or education
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Fox Tot Online
Online activities for young children.
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Free Music Collections
Free downloadable collections of traditional Scottish music from 18th & 19th Centuries
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FRETS Creative Hub
Music venue, offering tuition and retail space to cultural producers
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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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Future Sounds of Strathclyde
Future Sounds of Strathclyde is a free music project for young people aged 16–25, based in Glasgow. Across a series of hands-on workshops, studio sessions and group collaborations, mentored and guided by experienced musicians, participants will explore electronic music production and create original tracks to be released together at the end of the year on vinyl and digital.
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Futurelearn- Become a Better Music Teacher
Improve your teaching strategies and skills as a music teacher or vocal coach with this ABRSM online course.
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GD Jam
Participatory drop in jam sessions with Lewis Forbes
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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.