Sistema Scotland

Sistema Scotland Scottish charity delivering the transformational social change & music education Big Noise programme.

Sistema Scotland is a charity on a mission improve lives and strengthen communities through music and nurturing relationships. We do this through our transformational social change and music education programme, Big Noise, where the symphony orchestra becomes a community that supports children and young people to gain vital life skills such as confidence, resilience, team work, pride, creativity,

and aspiration, and aims to strengthen community cohesion and tackle inequalities in some of Scotland’s most disadvantaged areas. Through music and nurturing relationships, from infancy to adulthood, Big Noise supports participants’ wellbeing and helps them reach their full potential. This enables them to become happy, healthy adults and lead successful and fulfilled lives. Big Noise programmes supporting a combined 3,500 children and young people are delivered in the targeted communities of Raploch and Fallin in Stirling, Govanhill in Glasgow, Douglas in Dundee, Torry in Aberdeen, and Wester Hailes in Edinburgh.

This , we're celebrating the incredible volunteers who support Big Noise programmes across Scotland 🎶Whether helping ou...
01/06/2026

This , we're celebrating the incredible volunteers who support Big Noise programmes across Scotland 🎶

Whether helping out at afterschool clubs, supporting rehearsals and events, or offering encouragement when it's needed most, our volunteers make a real difference to children, young people and families every day.

Thank you for your time, commitment, generosity and belief in what our young musicians can achieve. We couldn't do it without you 🫶

🙋 And if you've ever thought about volunteering with Big Noise, there's no better time to find out more! Get involved at bignoise.org.uk/volunteer

These young musicians are ready for Big Noise summer concert season… are you? 😎🎶One of our favourite times of year is ne...
27/05/2026

These young musicians are ready for Big Noise summer concert season… are you? 😎🎶

One of our favourite times of year is nearly here as we celebrate the end of another afterschool club term next month with special concerts across our Big Noise communities ✨

Our summer concerts are a brilliant opportunity for our young musicians to showcase all their hard work and talent to family, friends, and special guests, building pride and confidence while sharing the joy of performing together!

25/05/2026

We want to say a BIG thank you to everyone who has donated to our Spring Appeal so far 🌷

In this special message, our CEO Vicky Williams celebrates our incredible Big Noise families and shares how your support can make a real difference to children, young people and communities across the country 🎶

With less than a week left of our Spring Appeal, there’s still time to get involved. Whether through a regular donation or a single gift, every contribution has a lasting impact.

🔗 Donate today at bignoise.org.uk/donate See less

19/05/2026

Thank you to the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra for inviting us to their concert on Sunday at City Halls! Highlights included one of our bass players getting to meet Kai Kim, principal bassist for the BBCSSO 🤩 and Jay Capperauld's accordion concerto, played by Ryan Corbett! 🪗

Today, on the United Nations , we want to celebrate our amazing Big Noise families and the role they play in making Big...
15/05/2026

Today, on the United Nations , we want to celebrate our amazing Big Noise families and the role they play in making Big Noise communities so special 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒🫶

We know that families come in many forms, and we’re grateful to every caregiver who plays a vital role in supporting our young musicians on their Big Noise journeys.

As part of our Spring Appeal, we’re asking supporters to join our Big Noise family and help support our work through a regular or one-off donation at bignoise.org.uk/donate

However you choose to donate, your support will make a real impact 💜

12/05/2026

On Thursday evening, Jordanhill Community Choir and Jordanhill Handbell Ringers will be taking part in a special spring concert to raise funds for Sistema Scotland! 😊

The concert starts at 7.30pm, and tickets are available on the door at Jordanhill Parish Church. Please come along for a fun night of music in aid of a good cause! 🎶

11/05/2026

Symone Hutchison is among the Stirling kids whose lives have been transformed by the Venezuelan-inspired Big Noise music movement. Read more: https://ebx.sh/XEjziW

07/05/2026

Grateful to our friends at the Royal Scottish National Orchestra for their continued partnership with Big Noise, creating unforgettable opportunities for our young musicians to perform in some of Scotland’s most prestigious venues alongside world-class musicians. Experiences like these build confidence, inspire ambition, and create memories that last a lifetime ✨

06/05/2026

After returning to Stirling after some time living abroad, Big Noise helped Michelle, her husband, and their family find a sense of community in Raploch. 🏠

"For us, Big Noise just made us feel part of the community again"

Listen to Michelle as she explains how Big Noise Raploch has helped Michelle's daughters on their way to pursuing careers in music by developing essential skills and resilience 🎶

We are delighted that Michelle's Big Noise journey has lead her to joining the fundraising team at Sistema Scotland - helping more families like hers access Big Noise.

Support families like Michelle's by joining our Big Noise family with a regular donation or one-off gift at 🔗 bignoise.org.uk/donate

For Colleen and her family, Little Noise has provided vital support and community during tough times. After taking time ...
30/04/2026

For Colleen and her family, Little Noise has provided vital support and community during tough times. After taking time away from work to support her family, Colleen found herself isolated - but attending Little Noise at Big Noise Raploch opened the door to connection, confidence, and new opportunities in her community. 🎶

What started as a taking part in a weekly session with her boys grew into something much bigger: volunteering, training, and eventually a return to work. Along the way, her sons found a place where they feel safe, supported, and free to be themselves. 😊

“It was the highlight of my week… it got me out the house and talking to other mums. I really believe in myself a lot more now."

“I don’t think we could ever do without it.”

Today, Big Noise continues to be part of everyday life for Colleen and her family - a source of support, growth, and belonging. 🌟

Support families like Colleen's by joining our Big Noise family with a regular donation or one-off gift at: https://makeabignoise.org.uk/get-involved/donate

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