Updates

The latest thoughts & news from those within the Aberdeen music scene.

Bridges Community Choir looking for new conductor

19 May 2026

We have 25 members and currently meet at Absafe, Balgownie Campus 3, BoD on Mondays from 12-2. When our lease at Absafe runs out shortly, we plan to move to Tillydrone Community Centre next to the Diamond Bridge, (same day & time). We're an all inclusive singing group. 

We don't audition, just gather to sing a variety of uplifting songs both modern and traditional. We give small local peformances and took part in last year's Sing, Sing, Sing concert for VSA. 

We recently lost our choir leader due to ill health and now searching for someone enthusiastic to lead us in the autumn term, around the end of August. Rates of pay and term dates are negotiable. Please email me on lrwilliamson13@gmail.com or call 07796925560 for more information. 

I'd love to hear from you.

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Beethoven's 9th Symphony - Singer's required

19 May 2026

The Mahler Players are looking for >60 singers to join them in two performances of Beethoven's 9th Symphony on 29 and 30 May 2027.

Rehearsals will be held in May in Aberdeen.

The performances will be in Eden Court, Inverness and Caird Hall, Dundee.

All transport and accommodation will be provided for free over the performance weekend.

For information and how to apply please email: chorus@mahlerplayers.co.uk.

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soundfestival 2025 - Call for volunteers

26 September 2025

soundfestival is an innovative festival of new music. From contemporary classical to electro-acoustic, improvised, experimental and jazz music, the festival brings together a wide range of musical styles in a variety of concerts, workshops, installations and talks across Aberdeen City and Shire. soundfestival encourages audiences to discover new sounds and expect the unexpected. This year the festival runs from 22nd October - 2nd November.

Volunteering at soundfestival

As a soundfestival volunteer you can expect to get a firsthand insight on what it takes to run a festival. The experience is varied and exciting. You will meet new people, work in interesting venues and hear some fascinating music. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us. The only requirements are to be enthusiastic, reliable and committed to making soundfestival even better.

As the festival takes place over many days, there is flexibility when it comes to shifts. All volunteers, when they’re off duty, can go and see any of the festival events for free, if the event isn’t sold out.

Volunteers receive an induction session and relevant training. Support and guidance will be available throughout the volunteering period. We will do everything to ensure your volunteering experience is positive, enriching and enjoyable. As soundfestival volunteers your contribution to soundfestival is highly valued.

Find out more & apply on this Sound Scotland news article

You can read more about the full festival programme at the Sound Scotland website.

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Exciting Job Opportunity at Aberdeenshire Saxophone Orchestra

15 September 2025

Aberdeenshire Saxophone Orchestra has a vacancy for an inspirational Musical Director from early 2026. Closing date for applications 17th October 2025.

Applications are invited from anyone willing to travel to Aberdeen/Inverurie for our ‘all day’ rehearsals which are held on one Sunday per month. 

It is expected that applicants will be saxophone players with experience in conducting and working with amateur musicians, although experienced wind players and conductors will also be considered. 

Find out more on the Aberdeenshire Saxophone Orchestra website.

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