At the heart of English folk
“I liked that it was all about folk music for young people because there is nothing else like that anywhere!” Previous participant
We are committed to providing opportunities for young people to learn and get inspired about folk music, dance and song!
We run the London Youth Folk Ensemble and a programme of holiday courses which reach young people from across London and beyond.
Sunday 6 October, 6-8pm
Run for young people by young people! Play tunes, sing songs and share your favourite music.
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Interested in folk music and dance? We run regular holiday courses for children and young people aged 7-19.
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Join folk artists Rosie Hood and Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne before their evening performance at Cecil Sharp House. Suitable for basic to advanced level musicians of any instrument.
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Taking part in our holiday courses and ensembles can contribute to an Arts Award Discover, Explore or Bronze Award. For more information, visit our Arts Award page.
Passionate about playing and performing folk music? Join our London Youth Folk Ensemble!
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Creative, inclusive, multi-sensory band sessions for disabled young people led by folk artists Emmie Ward and Joe Danks.
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Fun, friendly social dance events with energetic live music from top bands.
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Join our Youth Forum and get your voice heard at the English Folk Dance and Song Society and Cecil Sharp House!
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Our flagship programme, selected by annual audition.
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