Welcome to the English Folk Dance and Song Society
Youth Folk Opportunities
Explore our directory of regional and national opportunities for young musicians
Could you be part of the Future of Folk?
Music, song, dance, storytelling, customs and traditions: The traditional folk arts have been a huge part of the rich and diverse cultural landscape of the UK for hundreds of years. We’re here to make sure that they don’t die out.
Call for papers: Broadside Day 2019
This year the conference is being hosted by the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow on Saturday 23 February 2019.
National Youth Folk Ensemble seeks Artistic Director for 2019/20
We are looking for an exceptional folk music performer and educator to lead on the artistic vision of the National Youth Folk Ensemble
Beginners' guides
Providing a way in to English folk music, dance, song, custom, costume and traditions.
Folk news
Tue 2nd Oct 2018, 08:09
EFDSS sponsors free places at ISM career development day announcement
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Tue 21st Aug 2018, 15:55
National Youth Folk Ensemble seeks Artistic Director for 2019/20
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Thu 16th Aug 2018, 16:26
‘Keeping Folk Dancers On Their Feet!’ professional development day to take place next month
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