EVENTS
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EXPLORING THE ROLE OF WOMEN IN FOLK SONG
WITH: Kim Edgar and Jenn Butterworth
Monday 15th December
ONLINE: Via Zoom
7:00pm - 8:30pm
We are excited to announce that we will be hosting an online event exploring the representation of women in Scottish folk songs. Cosy up and join us from the comfort of your own homes on Monday the 15th December 7:00pm - 8:30pm for two thought-provoking mini-talks and a group discussion.
Our first speaker will be critically acclaimed singer-songwriter, pianist and member of European folk band Cara, Kim Edgar who will speak about feminist issues in the context of folk songs and in more detail about her work.
We will then be joined by musician and Bit Collective board member Jenn Butterworth who will be sharing about her incredible debut solo album ‘Her By Design’, which highlights the voices and experiences of women, challenging stereotypes often found in traditional songs.
The talks will be followed by a relaxed group discussion led by Kim and Jenn where participants can discuss their thoughts on the topic in a safe and welcoming environment.
To attend, please register for your FREE ticket via the following link:
COMMUNITY MEET-UP
DECEMBER EDITION
Thursday 11th December
Mono, 12 King St, Glasgow, G1 5RB
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The BIT Collective hosts a community meet-up on the second Thursday of every month at Mono in Glasgow.
The meeting is a very casual social gathering where people can chat to others, make new contacts have informal discussions about progression in the Scottish folk and trad scene.
Everyone is welcome.
We’d love to see you there!
The BIT Collective hosts a community meet-up on the second Thursday of every month at Mono in Glasgow.
The meeting is a very casual social gathering where people can chat to others (including representatives of The BIT Collective board and team), make new contacts have informal discussions about progression in the Scottish folk and trad scene.
Everyone is welcome.
We’d love to see you there!
COMMUNITY MEET-UP
JANUARY EDITION
Thursday 8th January 2026
Mono, 12 King St, Glasgow G1 5RB
6:00pm - 8:00pm
BEYOND TRADITION: INNOVATION AND PROGRESSION IN SCOTTISH TRADITIONAL AND FOLK MUSIC
WITH: Ankna Arockiam, Laura Jane Wilkie and Martin Green and Catriona Hawksworth
Tuesday, 27th January 2026
The Box Hub, 50 Washington Street, Glasgow, G3 8AZ
Doors open: 5:00pm
Event Starts: 5:30pm
The BIT Collective presents a thought-provoking panel discussion hosted by Catriona Hawksworth with Ankna Arockiam, Laura Jane Wilkie and Martin Green.
The panel will explore innovation and progression in the Scottish folk and traditional music scene, discussing themes such as intersectionality, accessibility and the representation of diverse identities. The panellists will consider how inclusion can be meaningfully promoted whilst preserving cultural heritage and supporting the scene’s evolution, offering practical insights for musicians, audience members, promoters and venues.
The event will conclude with a captivating storytelling performance by Ailsa Dixon. Her new solo work Cassandra reimagines myth and prophecy through a contemporary Scottish lens, weaving traditional forms with bold, progressive themes. Ailsa’s personal story melts into ancient voices as she explores themes of climate activism, sexual assault, feminism, autonomy and mental health. The result pushes Scottish folk and trad beyond inherited boundaries, creating a visceral, innovative and profoundly intimate performance experience.
Mark your diaries, tickets will be released soon!
