Learn folk songs from Britain and beyond
If you arrive feeling grumpy, you definitely leave smiling!
Who is it for?
These popular sessions are suitable for adult singers over the age of 16 and for all abilities, without the pressure and commitment of public performance. All material is taught by ear.
I come away feeling great – it’s wonderful to feel my voice soar in a supportive environment. Many of the other participants have become friends
What can I learn?
Explore choral folk song arrangements in a relaxed and friendly environment.
When does it take place?
Mondays (weekly) at Cecil Sharp House, 7–9pm
Spring term: 13 January to 23 March (no session 17 February)
I really value learning and practising folk songs in such a friendly environment and learning how to harmonise tunes
Fees
The termly fee is £100 (£80 concessions)
Sorry, booking is no longer available for the spring term’s workshops.
Who leads the choir workshops?
The Spring term workshops will be led by Maz O’Connor, an English folk singer and songwriter described by The Guardian as ‘one of folk’s brightest young talents’. Maz has been performing since reaching the final of the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award in 2008, and her third album will be released in Autumn 2019. Alongside her performing and writing, Maz has been working as a music educator, with a particular interest in young people and elderly care. She is a regular tutor with EFDSS and a regular tutor at The Hub Band at Cambridge Folk Festival.
If you’re keen to perform, you should also consider the Cecil Sharp House Choir.
