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
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-...
09.02.2026 15:24
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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...
05.01.2026 13:06
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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...
04.12.2025 16:25
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A classical music singer performing in an art gallery
A classical music singer and guitarist performing in an art gallery
A classical guitarist performing in an art gallery
A classical music singer and guitarist performing in an art gallery
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 👏😌👏
07.08.2025 21:29
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Stunning photos! Thank you for the tag.
30.06.2025 13:22
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A clarsach player onstage during a concert
A clarsach player onstage during a concert
A clarsach player onstage during a concert
A clarsach player onstage during a concert
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.
05.06.2025 21:12
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Two people standing on stone steps with an old stone building behind them. One is holidng a guitar and the other one a flute.
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...
30.06.2025 13:19
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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.
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
05.06.2025 13:16
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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...
15.05.2025 16:14
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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.
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
22.05.2025 13:08
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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.
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
09.05.2025 10:00
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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
08.05.2025 13:36
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A badge that says we're supporting and celebrating Neurodiversity Week, March 17th - 23rd, 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=...
21.03.2025 11:28
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A note on a door says 'Auditions 2025'.
A big room with a piano in the middle.
Two people clicking their fingers.
A group of people sit around a wooded rectangular table in a big room with big window drapes. They look very focused and two people are taking notes.
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
14.03.2025 10:22
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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
05.03.2025 14:24
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Grid with two images: one with 3 children standing around a harp player. 2nd image is a person holding a harp.
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
19.02.2025 13:43
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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.
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
12.02.2025 10:02
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Musician playing cello in a hospital ward.
Musician playing cello in a room full of flower pots.
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.
07.02.2025 10:24
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Promo graphic from Aberdeenshire's YMI Programme.
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
05.02.2025 18:58
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Talented Young Musicians playing at Live Music Now Scotland Events
YouTube video by K Bryce Morrison
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...
31.01.2025 09:40
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River River | Fundación Valle La Paz
YouTube video by Live Music Now Scotland
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...
30.01.2025 18:19
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RPS Isserlis Scholarship - to study abroad
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
24.01.2025 11:13
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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 ...
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...
22.01.2025 11:40
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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.
16.01.2025 12:00
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Work with us
Find opportunities to join the LMNS team and work to make live music happen.
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...
18.12.2024 11:36
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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
06.01.2025 15:50
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