Remote Arts UWS bring forth 'CastleSounds', a one-off live-stream online event of a blend of musical, creative and educational fun surrounding the theme of castles, streaming live through YouTube on Friday 9th of October at 2pm (BST).

Remote Arts UWS are a collection of 15 Music Masters students at The University of the West of Scotland, comprising of Songwriting, Audio Engineering and Creative Industries students.

These students have been given a 5 DAY deadline in order to make this event happen: they were tasked on Monday the 5th of October with final reveal marked for Friday the 9th of October at 2pm (BST).

Working remotely through the power of various technological methods, all without ever stepping into a room with each other, these students have researched, written, recorded, promoted and marketed a live event like no other, bringing their multi-skills together to create something magical. This collection of 6 original songs will truly showcase the diverse artistic brilliance with an educational component through the various interpretations undertaken of the theme of Scottish Castles parallel to the behind the scenes work completed to make this event happen.

Although it may appear somewhat random, the theme of Scottish Castles is apt and fitting especially relating to the events that have been experienced by many around the world this 2020, in the sense that the current world pandemic and world-wide travel restrictions have created a new appreciation for the spaces around us: Scotland is one of the most beautiful countries in the world with a rich history featuring many historical relics that have stood the test of time. Many living in Scotland have a castle at their doorstep, something not many other countries in the world can boast about.