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Stramash for Schools

Celebrating Gaelic and Traditional Music Across Renfrewshire

During April and May 2026, our team of professional musicians visited 48 schools across Renfrewshire, bringing live traditional music and Gaelic language into classrooms through music, song, stories, and interactive activities. A huge thank you to every school, teacher, and pupil who welcomed us as part of this year’s tour.

Fèis Week 2026

Join us this summer for 4 days of exciting music and arts workshops. Our Fèis Week offers tailored classes for young people aged 5-18 and is led by some of Scotland’s best traditional musicians and tutors.

Tuesday 21st - Friday 24th July 2026
Johnstone High School

Fèis Bheag

P1-P3 pupils

An introduction to traditional music and Gaelic song.

Main Fèis

P4-S2 pupils

Come-and-try workshops with music, song dance and more…

Senior Fèis

S1-S6 pupils

A series of developmental workshops for high schools pupils.

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Songs

We loved singing with you during our Stramash for Schools visit – and now you can keep the fun going at home!

Below are the songs we use most often in our sessions. Whether you’re in the classroom or singing with your family, these videos will help you join in with confidence. 

P1-P3: Dè an t-ainm a th’ ort?

P4–P7: Buain a’ choirce

Useful Resources for Teachers and Pupils

Looking to keep the music and Gaelic going after our visit? Check out these brilliant resources:

  • Renfrewshire Gaelic Resource – A collection of Gaelic songs with easy-to-learn singalong videos.

  • Go! Gaelic – A fun, interactive programme designed to help primary school pupils learn Gaelic through songs, games, and videos.

  • Gaelic4Parents – Support for families and teachers with audio stories, songs, and activities to encourage Gaelic at home and in school.

Gaelic Phrases for the Classroom or Home

Print and display these simple Gaelic phrases in your classroom or at home — a fun and easy way to keep Gaelic visible and support your learning every day!

  1. Madainn mhath (mah-teen vah)Good morning

  2. Feasgar math (fays-gur mah) – Good afternoon
  3. Ciamar a tha thu? (kim-ur a ha oo)– How are you?

  4. Tapadh leat (tah-puh lat)– Thank you

  5. Tha gu math (ha goo mah) – I am well
  6. Tìoraidh! (chee-uh-ree) – Bye!

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