Before 12pm, Music

Jazz session with the double bassist.

Exhibition, organised by the Victoria & Albert Museum, of personal effects, music, film, costume, awards and photographs from the career of the Aberdonian musical superstar.

New dance music/clubs/electronica festival featuring DJs/acts from Cocoon, Crosstown Rebels, Mulletover, Creche and more.

German singer Andreas Scholl is one of classical music’s superstars, and has introduced countless listeners to the irresistible beauty of his countertenor voice. His acclaimed performances match exquisite grace in his singing with a charismatic stage presence, packed full of passion and an arresting freedom of expression.

• Written by: Lynne Plowman

Contemporary children's opera composed by Lynne Plowman depicting the story of Salty Sue who wants to leave her life as landlady of the harbourside in The Blasted Bilge Rat to become a singer.

A one-day celebration of homeland food and drink, craft, design and live music. You can nibble your way around the food fair, with samples of regional produce from Galloway Fudge to Arbroath Smokies. The craft fair sells a range of products from handmade cards to woodcarvings, while there's live music throughout the day.

Showcasing some of Scotland's liveliest ceilidh bands, artists and DJs to entertain the crowds throughout the day while they enjoy great food and beer from Glasgow's own WEST brewery.

Europe's largest urban art festival comes to Bristol, with over 250 graffiti artists painting live. Among the featured artists are DALeast (China), Faith47 (South Africa), C215 (France), Peeta (Italy), Bristol natives Turroe and Inkie, Goin (France), Eoin (Ireland), JBAK (Germany), Remo (USA), Neuzz (Mexico), Peacetu…

Final year music students show what they've learned.

A family concert with a regal theme, music from Albert's Band.

The ensemble performs big band and swing jazz.

A host of performers pay tribute to their musical heroes over the three-day event, with covers bands including Antarctic Monkeys, Guns 2 Roses, Kins Of Leon, Korn Again, Green Date, Four Fighters, Oasish and The Fillers performing alongside up-and-coming rock bands.

Music in education: few things are cheaper to fund, yet it's always one of the first things to get cut. James MacMillan, Scotland's most-performed living composer, talks to Prof Robert Davis of the University of Glasgow about the importance of music in education. Booking is essential.

Reformed Glasgow rockers fronted by Sharleen Spiteri have another crack at the whip, touring in support of new album The Conversation.

A three-day rock and pop event featuring on Friday Calvin Harris, Chase And Status, Dizzee Rascal, Rudimental, Pete Tong and pothers. Saturday's performers include Biffy Clyro, The Vaccines, Two Door Cinema Club, Labrinth and Foals and Sunday finishes with Bruno Mars, Paramore, Thirty Seconds To Mars, The Script and Haim…

Pre-school children can enjoy dance and music.

A one-day rock and metal event. Line-up still to be announced.

A competition for young musicians.

A two-day pop music event in conjunction with The Prince's Trust. Saturday features Jessie J, JLS, McFly, Wiley, Union J and Amelia Lily. Sunday finishes with Ne-Yo, The Wanted, The Saturdays,

Chart-topping pop, soul and R&B from the London-based singer.

An open-stage invitation to all performers.

Mainstream jazz by the saxophone and clarinet player with his nine-piece band.

A three day contemporary rock, indie, metal and hip hop bonanza with Friday headliners Green Day with System Of A Down, Deftones, Frank Turner and Skrillex. Topping the bill on Saturday is Eminem, with Chase And Status, Foals, White Lies and Alt-J and closing the event on Sunday are Biffy Clyro, Nine Inch Nails, Fall Out…