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Free Music Space Creative Sessions for Young People in Glasgow

Young people in Glasgow are invited to a series of free Music Space creative sessions this October, including an MU-supported workshop exploring funding, opportunities and support for emerging artists.

Published: 24 September 2026 | 4:25 PM Updated: 24 September 2026 | 6:04 PM
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The series of free, in-person events includes practical workshops covering creative practice, sound, improvisation, poetry and more. Image credit: Alamy.

Young creatives in Glasgow are invited to take part in a series of free creative sessions this October at Soundplay Projects.

The sessions are run by Music Space, an alternative learning programme for young people aged 16–25 who are based in Glasgow and interested in experimenting with sound and music.

Funding and support for emerging artists

The MU is pleased to be supporting the session, ‘Funding & Support: What’s Available and Where to Start’.

Louise Stanners Pow from the MU will join Jamie Houston from Creative Scotland and Alex Marrs from Cove Park for a practical session exploring the different types of funding, residencies and professional development opportunities available to emerging artists, as well as sources of support for creative practitioners.

It will also cover music industry essentials, including rights and contracts, and where to seek advice and guidance throughout a creative career.

There will be plenty of space for discussion and questions, helping participants find out more about the opportunities available and where to start when looking for support.

  • Date: Friday 23 October
  • Time: 4pm - 6pm
  • Venue: Soundplay Project, 9th Floor, 51 Cadogan St, Glasgow G2 7HF

More Music Space creative sessions

The Funding & Support workshop is part of a wider programme of free Music Space Creative Sessions taking place throughout October. The programme includes practical workshops covering creative practice, sound, improvisation, poetry and more.

Find out more about the Music Space Creative Sessions and register for individual workshops.

Further information and access

All of the workshops are free to attend and take place at Soundplay Projects in Glasgow. Music Space reimburses travel expenses for participants and can also provide support with access and participation costs, including childcare, translation and disability support. Please note that places are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis.

The sessions are designed for people aged 16 to 25 who are based in Glasgow and face barriers to accessing creative opportunities. Music Space also welcomes participants up to the age of 30 who are disabled, including neurodivergent people and people with long-term illnesses, or who are care experienced or have been a young carer.

For questions about access requirements, participation support or eligibility, contact music.space.programme@gmail.com.

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