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Over the past term, the talented musicians in our Advanced Band have been spreading joy and music to the residents of care homes across Foxbar, Paisley, Bridge of Weir, Renfrew, and Erskine. Their performances have been brilliant, bringing smiles and warmth to all who had the pleasure of listening. Led by our dedicated tutor, Ron […]

Come along to a Gaelic song workshop suitable for all ages and abilities with renowned Gaelic singer Kathleen MacInnes. Originally from South Uist and now based in Glasgow Kathleen is one of the biggest names in Gaelic music. Event details: Date: Sunday 10th March   Time: 2pm-4pm  Location: Helensburgh Baptist Church Hall Accessibility – The workshop will take […]

Get ready to experience the magic of live music with our very own tutor, Ron Jappy, as he embarks on his highly anticipated ‘Vincular: The Live Tour’ across Scotland! Here are the tour dates: Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to support Ron Jappy and his band as they captivate audiences with their talent and debut […]

We are thrilled to announce a collaboration with Community Circus Paisley for a fantastic celebration of World Gaelic Week! Community Circus Paisley are hosting a fantastic day of events and we are delighted to be providing some music from our talented tutors and a performance from our Gaelic Choir. The event promises a delightful evening […]

We are thrilled to announce that one of our esteemed tutors, Calum McIlroy, has been awarded the prestigious title of BBC Young Traditional Musician of the Year 2024. Hailing from Aberdeenshire, Calum’s remarkable talent on the mandolin and guitar, coupled with his captivating vocals, have propelled him to the forefront of the traditional music scene. […]

On Sunday 14th February, Fèis Phàislig held its Annual General Meeting (AGM), a chance for the organisation to reflect on the past year’s accomplishments and challenges, shaping the roadmap for the year ahead. The AGM provided the board with a valuable opportunity to take stock, analyse the successes and challenges faced, and set ambitious targets […]

We were delighted to host two interactive workshops for early years at Renfrew Library recently. Timed to celebrate both St. Andrew’s Day in November and Burns Day in January, these workshops were a celebration of traditional music and Gaelic culture for the youngest members of the Renfrew community. Designed for ages 0-5, the workshops opened […]

We had a brilliant night at our Burns Night Family Ceilidh at the Prince of Wales Social Club. Over 100 people, young and old, came together to join in an evening filled with lively music, dancing, and a warm sense of community. The tunes were kept going throughout the night with Scotia Ceilidh Band. Dancers […]

Recruitment Pack available here: https://feisphaislig.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Finance-Administrator-Feis-Coordinator-Job-Description-2024.pdf Overview:Fèis Phàislig, a registered charity dedicated to providing traditional music opportunities for young people in Renfrewshire, is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Finance Administrator for a 6-month short-term position. As a crucial part of our team, the Finance Administrator will contribute to the enhancement of our financial systems and operational […]

From the whole team at Fèis Phàislig, we hope you had a chance to relax over the holidays and wish you all the best for 2024. We appreciate your ongoing support and hope to see you along at one of our Fèis events soon. If you’ve not already got your tickets, join us on Saturday […]