Ceilidh Trail Application Deadline Extended: Apply by Sunday 23rd March!
We’re looking for talented young musicians and singers to join this year’s Fèis Phàislig Ceilidh Trail – an exciting opportunity to tour and perform traditional Scottish music over the summer. If you’re aged 16-25 and interested in gaining experience as a professional musician, we’d love to hear from you!
What is the Ceilidh Trail?
The Fèis Phàislig Ceilidh Trail gives talented up-and-coming musicians and singers aged 16-25 the opportunity to experience life on the road as a traditional musician for 2 weeks in summer. Participants will have the chance to meet and collaborate with other aspiring young musicians while developing core skills required for a career in the creative industries.
Audition Details
- Date: Sunday 30th March 2024
- Venue: The Wynd Centre, Paisley
- Times: Applicants will attend either the morning (10:00-12:00) or afternoon (12:00-14:00) session
What to Expect
Auditions will involve:
- A short individual audition where we’d like to hear two contrasting pieces/sets on your main instrument. If you play a second instrument, you can prepare one piece/set for that too.
- A group task, where you’ll work with other applicants to arrange a tune or song, reflecting the teamwork and creativity involved in the Ceilidh Trail tour.
- A chance to ask questions and learn more about what’s involved in the project.
How to Apply
If you’d like to audition, please apply as soon as possible. If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch. We look forward to hearing from you!
Interested?
You can find out more and apply through our website: https://feisphaislig.com/ceilidh-trail/