Metro Big Band
AUGUST 13 - 23, 2026
Bringing Music and the Gospel to the Scottish Highlands
In August 2026, Global Missions Project's Metro Big Band, under the direction of Camp Kirkland, traveled to Scotland for an unforgettable journey of music, ministry, and connection.
Partnering with Origin Scotland and local churches, the team traveled from Glasgow through the Scottish Highlands, the Isle of Skye, and the Isle of Lewis, sharing the love of Jesus through the music of big band jazz.
Along the way, the band experienced incredible hospitality, built lasting friendships, and witnessed how God used music to open hearts and create opportunities to share the Gospel.
Watch the recap video below to hear firsthand from team members about their experiences and the ways they saw God working throughout Scotland.
Bringing Communities Together Through Music
From churches and schools to a care home and community gathering spaces, the Metro Big Band brought the energy of big band jazz and the message of Jesus to audiences throughout Scotland.
While jazz wasn't necessarily what everyone expected, the response was incredible. Team members recalled smiling faces, people singing along, and audience members eager to connect after the concerts.
One of the most powerful experiences came during a performance at a local nursing home, where the band played for an audience of only about a dozen people. What may have seemed like a small gathering became a powerful reminder of why they had come. Through music, the team had the opportunity to share the love of Jesus with people who are so often overlooked or forgotten, reminding them that they are seen, valued, and loved.
At another concert, a woman approached a team member in tears, explaining that she felt the Holy Spirit had prompted her to speak with her. The team member prayed with her in a profound moment of God’s grace.
These moments were a reminder that music opens doors for conversations, prayer, and opportunities to share the love of Jesus.
Lasting Connections, Lasting Impact
Beyond the performances, the Scotland project brought musicians together through shared experiences, worship, and a common desire to serve God. Traveling through the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, sharing meals, and making music together strengthened friendships and created memories that will last a lifetime.
For many team members, the opportunity to use their musical gifts to share Jesus was especially rewarding. One of our team members reflected on the experience of worshiping alongside people from another country and seeing God's love reflected in their faces.
As Camp Kirkland reflected at the conclusion of the project, the team was returning home spiritually recharged and ready to do more for God.
That's the heart of Global Missions Project: using music to share the hope of Jesus, encourage the Church, and build relationships that extend far beyond the final note.
We're grateful for every musician, ministry partner, church, and individual who helped make this project possible. We look forward to seeing how God continues to work through the seeds planted in Scotland.