Bryony Griffith & Alice Jones are established solo artists at the heart of the UK folk scene. Together, they have become a force for the Yorkshire Tradition, united by a mutual passion for the traditional folk song and tune collections of their native county.
Straight up, beautiful and bold folk singing from Yorkshire's favourite duo supported by Hope Valley's own ballad singer and pipe player, Seb
Tarren is an ambassador for new-folk; music that is fresh and dynamic, rooted in the English tradition. Original and traditional material is expertly arranged by this trio of musicians who are creating music that moves and excites people. By incorporating modular hooks and minimalist forms, Tarren is leading folk music to a new place, while keeping the pulse of traditional dance at its heart. Tarren is made up of Bristol-based artists Sid Goldsmith (Jimmy Aldridge & Sid Goldsmith, Awake Arise), […]
"A warm welcome for players, singers, & listeners. We play folk music from Devon, UK, & beyond. Join us each month for traditional music at our friendly, local, East Devon pubs. To join us on Facebook for updates search 'Tale Valley Sessions'."
Tarren is an ambassador for new-folk; music that is fresh and dynamic, rooted in the English tradition. Original and traditional material is expertly arranged by this trio of musicians who are creating music that moves and excites people. By incorporating modular hooks and minimalist forms, Tarren is leading folk music to a new place, while keeping the pulse of traditional dance at its heart. Tarren is made up of Bristol-based artists Sid Goldsmith (Jimmy Aldridge & Sid Goldsmith, Awake Arise), […]
Here at Grayshott Folk Club HQ, TLS are one of our favourite bands and we've followed them down to Devon, back up to Brighton and all the way to Grayshott Village Hall GU26 6TZ where one of our proudest moments to date, was seeing and hearing The Leisure Society play live for us on Saturday 21st September 2019. They were brilliant that night and we are beside ourselves that they are finally coming back to play for us again! The […]
Slow Worm Records Presents: Tom Moore (viola, electronics) and Archie Moss (button accordion, electronics) are widely regarded as two of the best players and innovators in traditional folk whose finely-crafted arrangements wield a rare potency. While intrinsically borrowing from English and other European traditional dance form, sonically Moore and Moss have their heads firmly in the present, understanding the values of contemporary music and art making. The distinct pulse and intuition of trad-music haunts their playing as they continue to […]
We celebrate St Patrick’s day. In Scotland they acknowledge St Andrew’s day. In Wales they nod towards St David’s day. And in England? …. St George’s day is on April 23 and universally ignored. We thought that we should do something about that and Gerry Colvin is coming along on the 25th to celebrate the best ideals of being English….welcoming, honesty, respect, compassion, courage, fair play, humour. Gerry is well known for his support for the oppressed, he has played […]
Tom Moore (viola, electronics) and Archie Moss (button accordion, electronics) are widely regarded as two of the best players and innovators in traditional folk whose finely-crafted arrangements wield a rare potency. While intrinsically borrowing from English and other European traditional dance form, sonically Moore and Moss have their heads firmly in the present, understanding the values of contemporary music and art making. The distinct pulse and intuition of trad-music haunts their playing as they continue to quietly reconsider English instrumental […]
Slow Worm Records Live presents: Tom Moore (viola, electronics) and Archie Moss (button accordion, electronics) are widely regarded as two of the best players and innovators in traditional folk whose finely-crafted arrangements wield a rare potency. While intrinsically borrowing from English and other European traditional dance form, sonically Moore and Moss have their heads firmly in the present, understanding the values of contemporary music and art making. The distinct pulse and intuition of trad-music haunts their playing as they continue […]
The Everyman Folk Club was re-launched in 1996. It is a non-profit community organisation which aims to promote traditional and modern folk music in Suffolk, England. The Everyman meets on the last Friday of each month during January to May and September to November. Doors open at 7.00pm and all events start at 7.30pm prompt. With Residents, Floor Singers and a Booked Guest Artist on every occasion, there is always a warm welcome for new performers and audience members.
Four-piece Moonrakers (www.moonrakers.net) perform sparkling and unique arrangements of traditional British folk songs and tunes as well as their own compositions. Their multi-instrumental show comprises harp, cello, fretted instruments, whistles, and female/male vocals. Their live shows are informative, full of musical variety and suitable for all ages (“startlingly talented”, Oxford Times, "exquisite sound", BBC). Included in the show are ancient mystic ballads, beautiful lyrical tunes, and joyous chorus songs. The band’s prolific recorded output has received glowing reviews from the […]
This is a live concert in a small community in the heart of the New Forest, with Miranda Rutter (fiddle) and Rob Harbron (concertina) playing a suite of folk songs composed by Miranda, inspired by birdsong. Wonderful music in a great setting. To reserve your ticket, please email: nigeltowen@aol.com
Wharfedale Wayzgoose Border Morris are 30 this year and we would love you to help us celebrate! To mark the occasion we will be hosting a day of dance in Otley on Sunday May 5th. There will be dancing in different locations all day around Otley from 11am at the Maypole. We will conclude the day at 4pm in the Black Horse Hotel courtyard. We will be joined by 8 other morris dancing sides from local favourites to friends from […]
"A warm welcome for players, singers, & listeners. We play folk music from Devon, UK, & beyond. Join us each month for traditional music at our friendly, local, East Devon pubs. To join us on Facebook for updates search 'Tale Valley Sessions'."
