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Thrilled that former Glasgow Schools’ Big Band musician Alice Faye has been named The Sound of Young Scotland 2025 at the SAY Award in Dundee 🎶 A huge achievement and a brilliant example of what our young musicians can go on to do. Read more: is.gd/AMB3Zy #GlasgowCREATE
Former Glasgow Schools’ Big Band musician Alice Faye named “Sound of Young Scotland” 2025 – Glasgow CREATE
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November 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Thrilled that former Glasgow Schools’ Big Band musician Alice Faye has been named The Sound of Young Scotland 2025 at the SAY Award in Dundee 🎶 A huge achievement and a brilliant example of what our young musicians can go on to do. Read more: is.gd/AMB3Zy #GlasgowCREATE
🎄 Christmas Concerts 2025
Tickets for 8th/9th December are on sale now! 🎟️
Mon 8 Dec, 19:30: Choir, GSSO, Percussion Ensemble, Pipe Band, String Orchestra, Symphonic Wind Band
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Tue 9 Dec, 19:30: Chamber Choir, Concert Band, GSSO, Pipe Band, Senior Brass, String Sinfonia
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Tickets for 8th/9th December are on sale now! 🎟️
Mon 8 Dec, 19:30: Choir, GSSO, Percussion Ensemble, Pipe Band, String Orchestra, Symphonic Wind Band
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Tue 9 Dec, 19:30: Chamber Choir, Concert Band, GSSO, Pipe Band, Senior Brass, String Sinfonia
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Glasgow CREATE City Music Groups Christmas Concerts - Glasgow Life
Monday 8th December
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November 10, 2025 at 1:21 PM
🎄 Christmas Concerts 2025
Tickets for 8th/9th December are on sale now! 🎟️
Mon 8 Dec, 19:30: Choir, GSSO, Percussion Ensemble, Pipe Band, String Orchestra, Symphonic Wind Band
🔗 is.gd/kKGUiT
Tue 9 Dec, 19:30: Chamber Choir, Concert Band, GSSO, Pipe Band, Senior Brass, String Sinfonia
🔗 is.gd/LLHkUw
Tickets for 8th/9th December are on sale now! 🎟️
Mon 8 Dec, 19:30: Choir, GSSO, Percussion Ensemble, Pipe Band, String Orchestra, Symphonic Wind Band
🔗 is.gd/kKGUiT
Tue 9 Dec, 19:30: Chamber Choir, Concert Band, GSSO, Pipe Band, Senior Brass, String Sinfonia
🔗 is.gd/LLHkUw
🎷 We were delighted to welcome renowned US jazz educator Bethany Robinson to Glasgow last month for inspiring workshops with our young jazz musicians and Instrumental Music Instructors at City Halls.
Her visit left a lasting impact on pupils and staff alike.
Read more → is.gd/z3pfhJ
Her visit left a lasting impact on pupils and staff alike.
Read more → is.gd/z3pfhJ
November 5, 2025 at 1:15 PM
🎷 We were delighted to welcome renowned US jazz educator Bethany Robinson to Glasgow last month for inspiring workshops with our young jazz musicians and Instrumental Music Instructors at City Halls.
Her visit left a lasting impact on pupils and staff alike.
Read more → is.gd/z3pfhJ
Her visit left a lasting impact on pupils and staff alike.
Read more → is.gd/z3pfhJ
🎄 Exciting news! Glasgow CREATE’s Christmas Concerts return to City Halls this December, showcasing the incredible talent of young musicians from across the city.
🎶 Full details (including information for parents/carers) & tickets 👉 blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/gc/glasgowcr...
🎶 Full details (including information for parents/carers) & tickets 👉 blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/gc/glasgowcr...
November 5, 2025 at 12:57 PM
🎄 Exciting news! Glasgow CREATE’s Christmas Concerts return to City Halls this December, showcasing the incredible talent of young musicians from across the city.
🎶 Full details (including information for parents/carers) & tickets 👉 blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/gc/glasgowcr...
🎶 Full details (including information for parents/carers) & tickets 👉 blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/gc/glasgowcr...
🎵 Free Music CLPL for Glasgow primary teachers!
YMI tutors are running twilight sessions this October & November in schools across the city — covering recorder, ukulele, music & literacy, ASN music and more.
Sign up now via CPD Manager.
👉 blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/gc/glasgowcreate/clpl-autumn-2025
YMI tutors are running twilight sessions this October & November in schools across the city — covering recorder, ukulele, music & literacy, ASN music and more.
Sign up now via CPD Manager.
👉 blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/gc/glasgowcreate/clpl-autumn-2025
October 28, 2025 at 1:02 PM
🎵 Free Music CLPL for Glasgow primary teachers!
YMI tutors are running twilight sessions this October & November in schools across the city — covering recorder, ukulele, music & literacy, ASN music and more.
Sign up now via CPD Manager.
👉 blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/gc/glasgowcreate/clpl-autumn-2025
YMI tutors are running twilight sessions this October & November in schools across the city — covering recorder, ukulele, music & literacy, ASN music and more.
Sign up now via CPD Manager.
👉 blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/gc/glasgowcreate/clpl-autumn-2025
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What a talented bunch 🤩
#EarlyYears practitioners in #Glasgow were showing off their amazing creativity during a visual art themed #CreativeSkills training session with artist Pearl Kinnear. Check out the practitioners' amazing creations ⬇️ 👏 @glasgowcreate.online
#EarlyYears practitioners in #Glasgow were showing off their amazing creativity during a visual art themed #CreativeSkills training session with artist Pearl Kinnear. Check out the practitioners' amazing creations ⬇️ 👏 @glasgowcreate.online
October 2, 2025 at 3:11 PM
What a talented bunch 🤩
#EarlyYears practitioners in #Glasgow were showing off their amazing creativity during a visual art themed #CreativeSkills training session with artist Pearl Kinnear. Check out the practitioners' amazing creations ⬇️ 👏 @glasgowcreate.online
#EarlyYears practitioners in #Glasgow were showing off their amazing creativity during a visual art themed #CreativeSkills training session with artist Pearl Kinnear. Check out the practitioners' amazing creations ⬇️ 👏 @glasgowcreate.online
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Playing a musical instrument at school develops skills that are valuable in a wide range of careers, from finance to medicine and engineering, new research shows
Playing music at school ‘boosts skills for Stem careers’
Skills learned through performing music in school, such as confidence and collaboration, are valuable in a wide range of careers, new research shows
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September 22, 2025 at 5:05 AM
Playing a musical instrument at school develops skills that are valuable in a wide range of careers, from finance to medicine and engineering, new research shows
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Today was our first violin club with Miss S. The children were getting used to their instruments and learning more about how to play. 🎻🎶 #violin #expressivearts #MerryleeMusic
September 22, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Today was our first violin club with Miss S. The children were getting used to their instruments and learning more about how to play. 🎻🎶 #violin #expressivearts #MerryleeMusic
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Training to support suicide prevention is available to GGC education staff and third sector staff in Glasgow. This highly-rated training has options which are accessible and relevant for everyone. Find out more: blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/glowblogs/gl...
September 22, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Training to support suicide prevention is available to GGC education staff and third sector staff in Glasgow. This highly-rated training has options which are accessible and relevant for everyone. Find out more: blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/glowblogs/gl...
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Aged 18-25, interested in theatre and want to collaborate with like-minded individuals? Join @lyceumedinburgh.bsky.social The Lyceum’s Young Ensemble this autumn starting on 21 October 2025
Royal Lyceum Edinburgh: 18-25's Young Ensemble Autumn Term 2025 - YTAS
Interested in theatre and want to collaborate with like-minded individuals? - Join The Lyceum's 18-25 Young Ensemble this Autumn.
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September 22, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Aged 18-25, interested in theatre and want to collaborate with like-minded individuals? Join @lyceumedinburgh.bsky.social The Lyceum’s Young Ensemble this autumn starting on 21 October 2025
🚨 Last chance! Applications for the inaugural CREATE Distinguished Schools Award close this Friday 5 Sept. 🏆 Make sure your school applies before the deadline ⏰ Details + application form here: is.gd/YLa2TJ #GlasgowCREATE
September 1, 2025 at 2:20 PM
🚨 Last chance! Applications for the inaugural CREATE Distinguished Schools Award close this Friday 5 Sept. 🏆 Make sure your school applies before the deadline ⏰ Details + application form here: is.gd/YLa2TJ #GlasgowCREATE
⏰ 1 week left! Don’t miss CREATE’s first Creative Careers Day – Thu 18 Sept, City Halls. S4–S6 pupils can explore careers in art, music, drama, dance, film & photography. Register by Mon 8 Sept 👉 is.gd/9Ye423
September 1, 2025 at 2:17 PM
⏰ 1 week left! Don’t miss CREATE’s first Creative Careers Day – Thu 18 Sept, City Halls. S4–S6 pupils can explore careers in art, music, drama, dance, film & photography. Register by Mon 8 Sept 👉 is.gd/9Ye423
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📢September’s Here and We’re Off! New month. New learners. New chance to pretend you definitely didn’t forget your password over the summer 🤫
Here's what's lined up for Week 3… @edisglasgow.bsky.social @dl-for-all.bsky.social
Here's what's lined up for Week 3… @edisglasgow.bsky.social @dl-for-all.bsky.social
August 29, 2025 at 6:25 PM
📢September’s Here and We’re Off! New month. New learners. New chance to pretend you definitely didn’t forget your password over the summer 🤫
Here's what's lined up for Week 3… @edisglasgow.bsky.social @dl-for-all.bsky.social
Here's what's lined up for Week 3… @edisglasgow.bsky.social @dl-for-all.bsky.social
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Booking is open for YTAS members for our new series of online Knowledge Exchanges starting with Recruiting Young People on Tue 23 September 2025
Knowledge Exchange: Recruiting Young People - YTAS
Join YTAS to discuss your top tips on getting young people into your youth theatre, signed up and (hopefully) staying with you year on year.
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August 29, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Booking is open for YTAS members for our new series of online Knowledge Exchanges starting with Recruiting Young People on Tue 23 September 2025
🎶 Glasgow CREATE is delighted to share our FREE opportunities for Primary Schools in 2025–26! From YMI music in P1 to the Festival of Music, ensembles & CLPL – there’s something for everyone.
Explore the full offer 👉 is.gd/ZrC0nA
#GlasgowCREATE
Explore the full offer 👉 is.gd/ZrC0nA
#GlasgowCREATE
August 29, 2025 at 10:32 AM
🎶 Glasgow CREATE is delighted to share our FREE opportunities for Primary Schools in 2025–26! From YMI music in P1 to the Festival of Music, ensembles & CLPL – there’s something for everyone.
Explore the full offer 👉 is.gd/ZrC0nA
#GlasgowCREATE
Explore the full offer 👉 is.gd/ZrC0nA
#GlasgowCREATE
🎨 Cohort 2 of our Art as Nurture intervention is underway 🎨
With thanks to @edisglasgow.bsky.social Nurture for the funding, @impactarts.bsky.social for the venue & amazing art therapist Sam and @stmungosacad.bsky.social PT Art Amy Birchard for her vision and leadership.
With thanks to @edisglasgow.bsky.social Nurture for the funding, @impactarts.bsky.social for the venue & amazing art therapist Sam and @stmungosacad.bsky.social PT Art Amy Birchard for her vision and leadership.
August 29, 2025 at 6:51 AM
🎨 Cohort 2 of our Art as Nurture intervention is underway 🎨
With thanks to @edisglasgow.bsky.social Nurture for the funding, @impactarts.bsky.social for the venue & amazing art therapist Sam and @stmungosacad.bsky.social PT Art Amy Birchard for her vision and leadership.
With thanks to @edisglasgow.bsky.social Nurture for the funding, @impactarts.bsky.social for the venue & amazing art therapist Sam and @stmungosacad.bsky.social PT Art Amy Birchard for her vision and leadership.
🌟 We’re excited to launch the CREATE Distinguished Schools Award, celebrating creativity across Glasgow’s primary schools.
The award recognises schools that put the Expressive Arts at the heart of learning, from Bronze through to Platinum.
Find out more and apply via our website ⬇️
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The award recognises schools that put the Expressive Arts at the heart of learning, from Bronze through to Platinum.
Find out more and apply via our website ⬇️
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August 27, 2025 at 4:38 PM
🌟 We’re excited to launch the CREATE Distinguished Schools Award, celebrating creativity across Glasgow’s primary schools.
The award recognises schools that put the Expressive Arts at the heart of learning, from Bronze through to Platinum.
Find out more and apply via our website ⬇️
👉 is.gd/YLa2TJ
The award recognises schools that put the Expressive Arts at the heart of learning, from Bronze through to Platinum.
Find out more and apply via our website ⬇️
👉 is.gd/YLa2TJ
🎨🎭🎶 CREATE invites S4–S6 pupils to our first Creative Careers Day – Thu 18 Sept, 10 am–3 pm, City Halls. Meet colleges, unis & creative pros and explore careers in art, music, drama, dance, film & photography. More info → is.gd/9Ye423
August 27, 2025 at 10:50 AM
🎨🎭🎶 CREATE invites S4–S6 pupils to our first Creative Careers Day – Thu 18 Sept, 10 am–3 pm, City Halls. Meet colleges, unis & creative pros and explore careers in art, music, drama, dance, film & photography. More info → is.gd/9Ye423
Welcome back! As we settle into the new term, here’s what’s coming up at #GlasgowCREATE:
🎭 GSYT returns 28 Aug
🎶 City Music Groups restart 4 Sept – enrolment now open
🎨 Creative Careers Day – 18 Sept at City Halls
🎬 Acting group enrolment (S1–S3) opens in October
Let’s go! glasgowcreate.online
🎭 GSYT returns 28 Aug
🎶 City Music Groups restart 4 Sept – enrolment now open
🎨 Creative Careers Day – 18 Sept at City Halls
🎬 Acting group enrolment (S1–S3) opens in October
Let’s go! glasgowcreate.online
August 21, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Welcome back! As we settle into the new term, here’s what’s coming up at #GlasgowCREATE:
🎭 GSYT returns 28 Aug
🎶 City Music Groups restart 4 Sept – enrolment now open
🎨 Creative Careers Day – 18 Sept at City Halls
🎬 Acting group enrolment (S1–S3) opens in October
Let’s go! glasgowcreate.online
🎭 GSYT returns 28 Aug
🎶 City Music Groups restart 4 Sept – enrolment now open
🎨 Creative Careers Day – 18 Sept at City Halls
🎬 Acting group enrolment (S1–S3) opens in October
Let’s go! glasgowcreate.online
Thank you @tie.scot for delivering Stage 2 LGBT Training to our music service today. It provoked some inspiring and supportive conversations. We also look forward to completing the Digital Discourse Initiative after such a great insight from Jordan yesterday. @edisglasgow.bsky.social
August 13, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Thank you @tie.scot for delivering Stage 2 LGBT Training to our music service today. It provoked some inspiring and supportive conversations. We also look forward to completing the Digital Discourse Initiative after such a great insight from Jordan yesterday. @edisglasgow.bsky.social
We were delighted to share our work and the impact we’re having in Glasgow schools. Thank you @isattglobal.bsky.social. Thanks too to @angelajaap.bsky.social for your encouragement!
We met the wonderful @glasgowcreate.online at #ISATT2025 Glasgow. How are education systems across the world supporting innovation, creativity and inspirational learning and teaching through #ExpressiveArts @angelajaap.bsky.social @kirstyferns.bsky.social
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Glasgow CREATE – Creativity and Expressive Arts Transforming Education
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July 9, 2025 at 3:50 PM
We were delighted to share our work and the impact we’re having in Glasgow schools. Thank you @isattglobal.bsky.social. Thanks too to @angelajaap.bsky.social for your encouragement!
What an honour to see “It’s Our Home, Glasgow” shared during @douglashutchison.bsky.social welcome speech at @isatt2025.bsky.social this morning!
It’s Our Home #Glasgow Welcome #ISATT from our children and congratulations Glasgow on #850Years youtu.be/Ysr8rjAWS-Q?...
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@douglashutchison.bsky.social @glasgowcreate.online @uofglasgow.bsky.social @uofgsocsci.bsky.social
Transcript in the video description.
@douglashutchison.bsky.social @glasgowcreate.online @uofglasgow.bsky.social @uofgsocsci.bsky.social
July 1, 2025 at 11:57 AM
What an honour to see “It’s Our Home, Glasgow” shared during @douglashutchison.bsky.social welcome speech at @isatt2025.bsky.social this morning!
We have two presentations at #ISATT2025. 1/7/25, 10:30am, session 1.7 “Phonological Awareness and Equity in Scottish Primary Schools” & 2/7/25, 8:50am, session 3.12 “Realising Children’s Rights to Expressive Arts Education in Scotland”. @edisglasgow.bsky.social @isatt2025.bsky.social
#ISATT2025 full conference registration opens tomorrow in the James McCune Smith Building! We look forward to welcoming 450+ delegates from across the globe! 🌍
@uofglasgow.bsky.social @uofgsocsci.bsky.social
@uofglasgow.bsky.social @uofgsocsci.bsky.social
June 30, 2025 at 10:40 AM
We have two presentations at #ISATT2025. 1/7/25, 10:30am, session 1.7 “Phonological Awareness and Equity in Scottish Primary Schools” & 2/7/25, 8:50am, session 3.12 “Realising Children’s Rights to Expressive Arts Education in Scotland”. @edisglasgow.bsky.social @isatt2025.bsky.social
A sizzling performance from Glasgow Schools’ Symphony Orchestra this evening! The perfect final event from CREATE this academic session. Thank you to our fabulous conductor @chrisswaffer.bsky.social ⭐️
@edisglasgow.bsky.social @douglashutchison.bsky.social
@edisglasgow.bsky.social @douglashutchison.bsky.social
June 20, 2025 at 8:35 PM
A sizzling performance from Glasgow Schools’ Symphony Orchestra this evening! The perfect final event from CREATE this academic session. Thank you to our fabulous conductor @chrisswaffer.bsky.social ⭐️
@edisglasgow.bsky.social @douglashutchison.bsky.social
@edisglasgow.bsky.social @douglashutchison.bsky.social
Creative Careers Day - a chance to explore pathways in the creative industries through a careers fayre-style event.
We’re on the lookout for inspiring people from across:
• Art & Design
• Dance
• Drama
• Film & Screen
• Music
• Music Technology
• Photography
Get in touch if you can help!
We’re on the lookout for inspiring people from across:
• Art & Design
• Dance
• Drama
• Film & Screen
• Music
• Music Technology
• Photography
Get in touch if you can help!
June 20, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Creative Careers Day - a chance to explore pathways in the creative industries through a careers fayre-style event.
We’re on the lookout for inspiring people from across:
• Art & Design
• Dance
• Drama
• Film & Screen
• Music
• Music Technology
• Photography
Get in touch if you can help!
We’re on the lookout for inspiring people from across:
• Art & Design
• Dance
• Drama
• Film & Screen
• Music
• Music Technology
• Photography
Get in touch if you can help!