Born To Be Wide

Born To Be Wide Music business seminar and social events across Scotland for anyone involved in the music scene. Find out more at > www.borntobewide.co.uk

Last week we celebrated what makes Edinburgh such a vibrant music city. Bringing together voices from across the scene, ...
31/03/2026

Last week we celebrated what makes Edinburgh such a vibrant music city.

Bringing together voices from across the scene, the night highlighted not only the creativity and collaboration that defines the city, but also the conversations needed to help it thrive.

đź‘Ź Massive thanks to everyone who joined us, and the BTBW team for making the event such a success.

📸 Lucy Webb

❗️One Week To GoNext week we’re set to celebrate the people, organisations and companies which sustain Edinburgh’s vibra...
19/03/2026

❗️One Week To Go

Next week we’re set to celebrate the people, organisations and companies which sustain Edinburgh’s vibrant music scene!

The evening will provide a platform for a broad range of individuals and organisations in the capital - from grassroots initiatives to major events - and will highlight the creative, social and economic benefits they generate. It will serve as a forum for attendees to raise the challenges they face and what needs to be done to ensure that the sector can flourish.

🗣️JOIN THE CONVERSATION.
Book your tickets now: https://wide.ink/BTBWEDINBURGH

We return to Leith Arches next week to celebrate the people, organisations and companies which sustain Edinburgh’s music...
16/03/2026

We return to Leith Arches next week to celebrate the people, organisations and companies which sustain Edinburgh’s music scene!

Taking place on Thursday 26 March, the event will feature a panel and forum, bringing together artists, charities, clubs, collectives, educators, festivals, labels, media, promoters, record shops, venues and others who make the community.

The evening will provide a platform for attendees to raise the challenges they face and what needs to be done to ensure that the sector can flourish.

Book your tickets now: wide.ink/BTBWEDINBURGH
Supported by The City of Edinburgh Council

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Born To Be Wide is set to celebrate the people, organisations and companies which sustain Edinburgh’s music scene, as we...
06/03/2026

Born To Be Wide is set to celebrate the people, organisations and companies which sustain Edinburgh’s music scene, as well exploring how to ensure that can thrive.

Taking place Leith Arches on 26 March, the event will feature a panel and forum, bringing together artists, charities, clubs, collectives, educators, festivals, labels, media, promoters, record shops, venues and others who make the community.

➡️ Book your tickets now: wide.ink/BTBWEDINBURGH

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us last night, our incredible speakers and team! 🙌Chris Knight (Kelburn Garden P...
27/02/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us last night, our incredible speakers and team! 🙌

Chris Knight (Kelburn Garden Party), Katch Holmes (Knockengorroch), Megan Evans (Deer Shed) and Michelle Shields (HebCelt) shared valuable insights on what goes on behind the scenes at their independent festivals.

Massive thanks once again to our brilliant speakers and the BTBW team for making the event such a success.

📸 Callai Watson

Can’t join us in person? Join us online! Born To Be Wide presents Independent Festivals will be streamed via our website...
26/02/2026

Can’t join us in person? Join us online!

Born To Be Wide presents Independent Festivals will be streamed via our website. Tune in from 7.30pm at borntobewide.co.uk

❗️Last minute tickets available through the link in our bio.

Today is the day!Join us at Leith Arches with an special panel focused on independent festivals. The conversation will t...
26/02/2026

Today is the day!

Join us at Leith Arches with an special panel focused on independent festivals.

The conversation will take you behind the scenes of putting on an independent festival, offering insight into how the events are built, how new talent is discovered and supported, and how organisers are developing fresh, forward-thinking approaches.

If you’re an artist, promoter, industry professional, or curious about how independent festivals operate, this is an opportunity to learn directly from the people making it happen.

➡️ For tickets & info, visit: www.borntobewide.co.uk

We’re back on Thursday 26 February with a panel exploring independent festivals and their role in supporting new talent...
19/02/2026

We’re back on Thursday 26 February with a panel exploring independent festivals and their role in supporting new talent and developing fresh approaches.

Speakers include Chris Knight () Katch Holmes (), Megan Evans () and Michelle Shields ()

The discussion will be followed by an opportunity for the broad spectrum of guests to meet and socialise, while festival bookers play a selection of tracks by artists who have graced their respective stages.

📲 https://wide.ink/BTBWFEB26

We’re back at Leith Arches on 26 February for an evening focused on independent festivals!Join us for a panel exploring ...
06/02/2026

We’re back at Leith Arches on 26 February for an evening focused on independent festivals!

Join us for a panel exploring independent festivals and their role in supporting new talent and developing fresh approaches.

Speakers include Katch Holmes (), Megan Evans () and Michelle Shields () + more to be announced.

The discussion will be followed by an opportunity for the broad spectrum of guests to meet and socialise, while festival bookers play a selection of tracks by artists who have graced their respective stages.

Tickets available via the link in our bio

Born To Be Wide is supported by

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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us last week for our Syncing Scotland panel! Dan Gautreau (), Isaac Allaway (), ...
02/02/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us last week for our Syncing Scotland panel!

Dan Gautreau (), Isaac Allaway (), Lena Obara (Sector C), Lorna Hall () explored how Scotland’s musicians, labels and publishers can connect with clients who license music for film, tv, trailers, advertising and games. 

Massive thanks once again to our brilliant speakers and the BTBW team for making the event such a success.

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❗️FINAL 10 TICKETS REMAINING❗️Can’t join us in person? Join us online. The panel will be streamed via our website from 7...
29/01/2026

❗️FINAL 10 TICKETS REMAINING❗️

Can’t join us in person? Join us online. The panel will be streamed via our website from 7.30pm. Tune in at borntobewide.co.uk

Next week’s Born To Be Wide sync panel is set to feature speakers who have worked on a broad range of productions includ...
22/01/2026

Next week’s Born To Be Wide sync panel is set to feature speakers who have worked on a broad range of productions including Black Mirror, Top Gear, Saturday Night Live, The Crown, The Witcher and The Gentlemen.

Taking place at Leith Arches on Thursday 29 January it will feature music supervisors Isaac Allaway (Feel For Music, Edinburgh), Lena Obara (Sector C, Berlin) and Lorna Hall (Lala Music, London). They are joined by producer/songwriter Dan Gautreau (First Cut Music, Kingdom of Fife).

The discussion will focus on how the sector can be developed in Scotland and creating new income opportunities for artists, publishers and labels, with speakers offering practical insights for placing music in film, advertising, games, tv and trailers.

Following the panel, guests will have an opportunity to meet and socialise, with speakers playing a selection of tracks from their favourite placements.

Tickets: https://bit.ly/BTBWSync

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