Introducing some of the performers at next week's Black British Folk Takeover: a brand new festival-style all day event with music, conversation and participation.

Morris Dancing classes start this evening! Tuesdays 6:30pm at Cecil Sharp House. This week's break chat will be "Roots of Morris Dancing". www.efdss.org/learning/adu... Image: Morris with Taborers in St John the Baptist Church, Peterborough which dates from the 15th century like English Morris.

How magical is Suntou Susso's sublime voice and kora playing? Catch him at Cecil Sharp House next Wednesday 1 Oct, moved into our iconic Kennedy Hall due to exceptional demand. Wed 1 Oct bit.ly/3UkKT5Q

Featuring captivating performances from five early-career Disabled artists from the latest cohort of the Drake Music Collective, the 2025 artist showcase is at Rich Mix, London or online, Friday 10 October. Book your ticket now www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/drake-musi...

Join the London Youth Folk Ensemble! Come to our free Sampler Session at Cecil Sharp House this Saturday. You will need to: -be aged 11 to 19 years old -be able to play confidently on your own chosen instrument -bring your own instrument Find out more and book now bit.ly/43l4o3D

Morris Dancing classes start next week Tuesday evenings, 6.30pm - 8pm Have fun with sticks and hankies! A fun and relaxed way to discover one of England’s most iconic dances Book for just a single session, or save £25 by booking in advance for the whole term. bit.ly/3HKPNX1

Two days away from Frankie Armstrong's Trad Night, we're reflecting on her singing for political causes over the years. 1. Trafalgar Square, anti war in Vietnam, 1966 (photo Jim Carrol) 2. Frankie, Pete Seeger & others, singing for striking workers, Milwaukee, USA, 1987 Wed 17 Sep bit.ly/44SyWJr

'The singer and producer fuse folklore and the everyday with dazzling directness' - The Guardian on 'Hinterland' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Off the back of the release of their acclaimed album, Lisa Knapp and Gerry Diver bring their vibrant project to Cecil Sharp House. Wed 8 Oct bit.ly/45d1Vch

Applications for grants of £500 for folk artists to support anything that will help their professional career development. Apply before midnight on 19 October. bit.ly/4nm60RD

Huge congratulations to Martin Carthy for being nominated for the Mercury Music Prize! @comesingitplain.bsky.social @klofmag.com klofmag.com/2025/09/mart...

Welcome to the Black British Folk Revival. Guest curator Angeline Morrison and friends take over Cecil Sharp House with folk sounds, songs, and stories that shine a long overdue light on the African Diaspora's love for, and ongoing conversations with, British folk. Sat 4 Oct bit.ly/4f02wBB

Welcome to the Black British Folk Revival. Guest curator Angeline Morrison and friends take over Cecil Sharp House with folk sounds, songs, and stories that shine a long overdue light on the African Diaspora's love for, and ongoing conversations with, British folk. Sat 4 Oct bit.ly/4f02wBB

Speakers Announced! For the two days of Traditional Tunes and Popular Airs Conference at @cecilsharphouse.bsky.social in November. Book your tickets now. bit.ly/47sgL0e

Cecil Sharp House Choir has become known for its spirited and moving renditions of traditional songs. Join us on Wednesday evenings at Cecil Sharp House, there’s no need to read music – all songs are taught by ear. Book your place for this term: bit.ly/4mOmyBM

Mataio Austin Dean & I are arranging the songs of Old Albion we’ve found that mention our Black Ancestors. Come & hear us as part of the Black British Folk Takeover I’m curating at @cecilsharphouse.bsky.social for @efdss.bsky.social - see you on 4th October 🖤 #blackbritishfolkrenaissance

Now open! 'The Black Artisans' photography exhibition as part of #BlackHistoryMonth In the run up to our Black British Folk Takeover on Sat 4 Oct, we have an exhibition by photographer Jo Sealy celebrating UK-based Black craftspeople. Exhibition runs until 11 October, Free entry. bit.ly/4mNjKVV

Also joining the lineup for the next Feminist Folk Club is Sarah Stock, London-based traditional folk singer and songwriter from Suffolk whose self-penned songs reflect their views on today's political climate. With Naomi Bedford, Melissa James and Amy Hollinrake. Wed 24 Sep bit.ly/4f4i5bu

The Sound Roots Artist Mentoring Pathway is now open. Running since 2018, this pathway equips emerging folk, roots and acoustic musicians with the skills, networks and experience needed to build sustainable music careers. @soundrootsuk.bsky.social www.soundroots.uk/news/applica...

"With the zeitgeist tinged with pessimism, it’s entirely understandable that young people are gravitating towards a genre that has championed the underdog and romanticised the downtrodden." Dazed on the 'Gen Z folk revival'. bit.ly/45PkWkg

Amy Hollinrake returns to the House as part of the next edition of our much-loved Feminist Folk Club nights. Expect hauntingly clear vocals, gentle dulcimer sounds and to see first-hand Amy's love of songs about women. Plus: Naomi Bedford, Melissa James and Sarah Stock Wed 24 Sep bit.ly/4f4i5bu

Expect an intimate, energetic and life-affirming show as Suntou Susso and his band take you on multiple journeys to the sunshine of Africa; his culture; and through the album’s messages of love, peace, equality and persistence in the face of adversity. Wed 1 Oct 7:30pm Book now: bit.ly/3UkKT5Q

Award-winning folk singer Emily Portman finds fraudsters have released a whole album in her name, written and sung by AI. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

We're Hiring! Caretaker for Cecil Sharp House The Caretaker will be responsible for ensure the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of Cecil Sharp House, a grade two listed building and opening the building Monday to Friday Deadline midday 29 August bit.ly/4lA9X44

Pioneer of the women's and peace movements in the folk scene, Frankie Armstrong returns to Cecil Sharp House for an unamplified, intimate evening of traditional song. Don't miss your chance to see this legend of folk, with 75% of tickets having already sold. Wed 17 Sep bit.ly/44SyWJr

“I had definitely never seen women morris dancing in small stripy corsets before. I can’t explain the feeling of being in a dance for the first time. It was incredible, it’s exhilarating, and fun and silly. I was completely hooked.” The Progressive Power of Morris Dancing buff.ly/iXQSLUC

Join us this Sunday for a top afternoon of joyful folk as we host Folk Family Sunday at King’s Cross Summer Sounds You’ll be spoiled for choice as we present: - the National Youth Folk Ensemble (2pm and 4pm) -Bhangra Ceilidh (1pm and 3pm). -Gadarene (5pm) www.kingscross.co.uk/.../summer-s....

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'Folk culture is everywhere in Britain. You just have to look for it' Of course, we knew this all long, but @lallymacbeth.bsky.social article in the @bigissue.com is a great read www.bigissue.com/culture/folk...

From one House that loves a ceilidh to another, congratulations to The Glenuig Inn! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

📢 Big news! We’ve teamed up with our friends at @soundrootsuk.bsky.social to launch the Folk Album of the Year Award. Here’s Matthew to tell you more.

Our friends at @soundrootsuk.bsky.social have opened for submissions to the Folk Album of the Year Award! If you have recorded a folk album this year, submit it before 31 October www.soundroots.uk/folk-album-o...

London's much-loved free music festival, Summer Sounds, is back at King’s Cross from 7 - 17 August. We'll be there with the National Youth Folk Ensemble and our Bhangra Ceilidh on Sun 17 August. Come on down! See the full programme: www.kingscross.co.uk/event/summer-sounds-music-festival

Traditional Tunes and Popular Airs two-day conference, will bring together researchers working on ‘traditional’ and ‘popular’ tunes in all manner of musical styles, levels of society, historical periods, and locations Sat 8 & Sun 9 Nov Cecil Sharp House, London Book your place now bit.ly/455kK1

Announcing for September's Feminist Folk Club: English folk and roots singer and songwriter Naomi Bedford returns to the House for an intimate set as part of this unique event series. "A favourite voice of mine…I love to hear her sing…" Shirley Collins Wed 24 Sep bit.ly/4f4i5bu

Great review of Angeline Morrison @angelcakepie2.bsky.social and the Sorrow Songs at the BBC Proms on @culturednortheast.bsky.social Angeline will be performing as part of our Black British Folk Takeover in October and for Jump Billy! in March. www.culturednortheast.co.uk/p/black-brit...

As well as our EFDSS Presents strand at The Sidmouth Folk Festival, we are also pleased to offer; Cecil Sharp House Choir performing Sat 2 Aug, 4.15pm at the Methodist Church; and on Sun 3 Aug a Lunchtime Ceilidh with the EFDSS Ceilidh Band, 12 noon-2:30pm at The Anchor Inn with Caller Prue Reilly.

Join us for a top afternoon of joyful folk as we host Folk Family Sunday at King’s Cross Summer Sounds at Coal Drops Yard on Sun 17 Aug. We present: - Two sets from the National Youth Folk Ensemble - Two one-hour sessions of dancing with our Bhangra Ceilidh - A set from Gadarene bit.ly/4mk5kvI

Our Bhangra Ceilidh workshop at One Dance UK’s U.Dance National Festival was a hit. Described on the day as “joyful, wholesome, inclusive, the most wonderful experience” this is what dance is all about! Join us for our second Bhangra Ceilidh at the House on 29 Nov: bit.ly/4kQ9Fpq

This month's Members' newsletter is in in-boxes up and down the country. Not a Member? You're missing out on a monthly round up of news and opportunities from the folk scene. Join now for as little as £2 a month for Starter Membership. Join now. bit.ly/4lk6Gqn

Kuljit and the gang rehearsing for the next Bhangra Ceilidh, this Sunday (13 June) at the Greenwich Park Family Folk Day. Make a whole weekend of it and you'll be treated to a performance by our London Youth Folk Ensemble on Saturday (12 June) too. www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/events/summe...

TOMORROW: the next edition of our Queer Ceilidh Dance Parties, in collaboration with Queer Folk 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 End a day at Pride with a euphoric night of joyful dancing and queer connection ❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜 Plus a show-stopping performance from Symoné! bit.ly/45jUXCI

We’re seeking up to three Trustees/Directors to join our Board in November. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from those with professional experience and knowledge in Finance, Libraries and/or Archives, and Digital Transformation. Find out more and apply: bit.ly/3TVc8ng

Enjoy the best up-and-coming folk acts at The Crossroads and a night of euphoria at our Queer Ceilidh Dance Party this July, with an incredible performance from icon Symoné. Plus, we're approaching the last few sessions of the term for various classes and courses. Book now at efdss.org/whats-on

We're Hiring! We're seeking a Box Office & Events Assistant to support the smooth running of all events at @cecilsharphouse.bsky.social We'll be looking at applications on a rolling basis, so get yours in asap! Full details and Apply: bit.ly/4kUpImO

We are recruiting for a new Education Manager. Responsible for adult, family and youth learning at Cecil Sharp House – including London Youth Folk Ensemble and our Inclusive Folk programme for learning disabled young people. The deadline to apply is 30 June. Find out more and apply: bit.ly/3Sup9nd

The perfect folky Pride after-party... 👀 You can skip and twirl again at our next Queer Ceilidh Dance Party - the perfect way to end a day at Pride in London. Sat 5 July £16 | £10 Under 30 Book now: bit.ly/45jUXCI

This Saturday! London Youth Folk Ensemble take over @cecilsharphouse.bsky.social at our annual showcase for young musicians, featuring The FolkActive Youth Ensemble and Bridging Sounds Orchestra Book your ticket bit.ly/43xPqrc Images by Roswitha Chesher

The countdown is on to our autumn season. These are just a few of over 20 fantastic acts gracing our stage from September to December; from the innovative first Black British Folk takeover to the farewell show of beloved duo O'Hooley and Tidow. Get booking now: bit.ly/44LFACO

Rave review in Folk and Honey of ‪@jimcausley.bsky.social‬ new album, which was part funded by one of our artist development Micro-grants. Jim will be Wassailing our apple trees again with some of these tracks in January. Buy the album now and sing along! www.folkandhoney.co.uk/all-our-uk-g...