The Great Scottish Double Bass Day
By St. Mary's School
The Great Scottish Double Bass Day
CALLING ALL BASS PLAYERS OF ALL AGES AND EVEN... BASSISTS TO BE!
St Mary's Music School and the Scottish Bass Trust are delighted to come together to present the Great Scottish Double Bass Day, bringing their shared passion for the double bass to a full day of workshops, ensemble playing, jazz and much, much more.
The day is an opportunity for double bass players of all ages and experience levels to come together, get involved in a range of activities.
The Scottish Bass Trust team will feature Nikita Naumov, Jamie Kenny, May Halyburton, Adrian Bornet, Andrew Robb and Stewart Wilson.
There will be a full programme of activities planned throughout the day. Whether you are already an experienced bass player or have always fancied finding out more about this wonderfully versatile instrument, there will be opportunities to get involved.
The day is also open to anyone of any age who wants to try the double bass for the first time. No previous experience is required, and there will be a full day of activities for anyone meeting the instrument for the first time. So, whether you already play, are thinking about taking up the double bass, or simply want to come along and discover what it is all about, you are very welcome.
Come along to St Mary's Music School on Sunday 4 October for a day of workshops, ensemble playing, jazz and more, with the Scottish Bass Trust and St Mary's Music School.
Date: Sunday, 4 October 2026, 9:30am to 4pm
Where: St Mary's Music School, 25 Grosvenor Crescent, Edinburgh, EH12 5EL
Price: Free
Instrumental Taster Days at St Mary’s Music School
Join us for an interactive day of music-making.
Are you thinking about taking your musical journey to the next level? Come along to St Mary’s Music School for a fully interactive Instrumental Taster Morning!
Whether you are considering a Specialist Musical Education for your child, or just looking for more musical experience, this morning is open to young musicians from P4 to S2. This fully interactive morning is a fantastic opportunity to work with our staff and pupils, explore new musical ideas and experience life at St Mary’s Music School.
All orchestral instrumentalists are welcome to join us. Participants should have been playing their instrument and receiving formal lessons for a minimum of one year.
During the morning, participants will have the opportunity to:
Take part in a creative improvisation class
Join a performance class
Work alongside St Mary’s Music School staff and pupils
Hear performances from our current SMMS pupils
Experience a taste of the musical opportunities and education on offer at the school
Parents are warmly invited to stay for the first part of the morning, where they can find out more about St Mary’s Music School, meet members of the School community and hear about the wide range of opportunities and specialist education we offer.
Registration opens at 9.15 am for a 9.30 am start. The morning will finish at 1.00 pm.
Come and discover, create, perform and be inspired!
Date: Sunday, 25 October 2026
Location: St Mary's Music School
