An afternoon of vibrant baton twirling performances took place at Three Court Hall, North Inch Community Campus, on Saturday 14 March, featuring competitors from across the local area. The event, adjudicated by Jo Ritchie, showcased a wide range of talent across multiple age categories, from the youngest beginners to senior performers. Due to a technical fault, video footage of the … Read More
Thursday 19th March, 26 – Guitar, Harp, Fiddle and Accordion
Music lovers were treated to a lively and uplifting morning at Perform in Perth, where a packed programme of young performers showcased remarkable talent across a variety of disciplines. The session concluded on a high note with a spirited and imaginative “Music is Fun” performance from Muthill Primary School, directed by Denise Crighton Ward. Their entertaining set featured Superspy and Batman by Alan Fernie, alongside a creative improvisation on … Read More
Weekend, 14-15th March, 26 – Dance Festival
The organisers of the Perform in Perth Festival are delighted to invite audiences to enjoy some images from this year’s outstanding performances, showcasing the remarkable talent of young dancers and performers from across the region. Held at the Assembly Hall and Three Court Hall, North Inch Community Campus, the festival featured a vibrant programme of Scottish Country Dancing, ballet, modern, Highland, song and … Read More
Monday 16th March, 26 – Bands and Orchestras (evening)
Perth Concert Hall came alive on Thursday evening as the Perform in Perth 2026 festival showcased an inspiring programme of wind bands and orchestras, highlighting both emerging school talent and accomplished community ensembles. From the stirring grandeur of Holst to the cinematic sweep of modern film scores, the evening offered a rich and varied musical journey. Proceedings began with the Intermediate Schools Wind … Read More
Perform in Perth honours Irene McFarlane’s 50 years at the Festival
Perform in Perth has honoured one of its most distinguished contributors, Irene McFarlane, marking 50 years of commitment to Scots language and culture. Educated at Dollar Academy and later the University of Edinburgh, where she studied Scottish History and English, Irene has long championed Scotland’s linguistic heritage. Festival Secretary Eileen Waterston praised her remarkable contribution—much of it unseen by audiences. … Read More
Monday 16th March, 26 – Perth Concert Hall
This recording from the Gannochy Auditorium at Perth Concert Hall, captured on the afternoon of Monday 16 March as part of the Perform on Perth festival programme. Adjudicated by Tim Ridley, the session featured an exciting range of performances from talented youth ensembles and school groups across the region. The programme includes the Brass Band (Non-School) class, Intermediate School Wind Bands, a Non-School Wind Band, the Advanced School Orchestra … Read More
Friday 13 March, ’26 – Pipes (morning)
Young performers from across Perthshire demonstrated their piping, drumming and dancing talents at the recent schools competition. In the Practice Chanter (under 11) class, Lochie Mackinnon of Craigclowan School won the Perth and District Pipe Band Trophy with 75 points, ahead of fellow Craigclowan pupil Seth Gordon. The Bagpipes (March, under 15) event was won by Jack Folan of Perth High School with 85 … Read More
Thursday 12 March, 26 – Gaelic Morning
Young Gaelic speakers from across Perth demonstrated confidence, creativity and enthusiasm when they gathered at the Mission Hall of St Matthew’s Church on Thursday 12 March for a series of Gaelic poetry and reading competitions. The morning session, adjudicated by Gaelic educator Rìona Whyte, featured pupils aged five to twelve performing poems and prepared readings in Gaelic. The event opened with Class … Read More
Wednesday 11th March, 26 – evening
Results Class No. Category Award Competitor Score 436 Burns Poems, aged 18 & over — Irene McFarlane 86.5 434 Burns Poems, aged 13 or 14 Rosebowl presented by Perth Burns Club David Lyon, Strathallan School 81 434 Burns Poems, aged 13 or 14 Rosebowl presented by Perth Burns Club James Paterson, Strathallan School 80 412 Bible Reading, aged 15 to … Read More
Wednesday 11th March, 26 – afternoon
Adjudicators remarks Overall feedback Positive performance points mentioned General advice and observations Results A number of excellent performances were heard across the junior speech classes this afternoon, with strong representation from Strathallan Prep School, Craigclowan School and RDM Primary. Competitors demonstrated confidence, clear diction and strong engagement with their chosen pieces. Class 415 – Verse Speaking Choir (Primary Age) 1st – Strathallan … Read More