Folk Takeover: 1.45pm Panel Discussion
Special guests join us for a panel discussion on English music in the context of world music, and ever changing definitions of Englishness Click to view Folk Takeover Programme 29 July
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Folk Takeover: 3pm Ceilidh
Exeter Phoenix Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street, Exeter, DevonDance away the afternoon with music from Wren Musicians and friends. All comers welcome. Additional needs accommodated. No experience necessary. Includes a short performance from Devon Inclusive Folk Ensemble – our music making group for young people with special education needs or disability and their families Click to view Folk Takeover Programme 29 July
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Folk Takeover: 3pm Film: Songcatcher
Exeter Phoenix Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street, Exeter, DevonPre-Film: For The Record A short film about our work creating new music with schools and care homes. Film: Songcatcher A lyrical tale set in the early 1900s. A musicologist discovers a harmonic culture of folk songs while visiting the Appalachians, and falls for a local musician. Discussion: folk song collecting Special guests Kirsty Kay […]
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Folk Takeover: 5.30pm Learn The Bones!
Exeter Phoenix Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street, Exeter, DevonHave a go with these ancient percussion instruments and join in with the tunes. Bones kindly supplied by Royal Albert Memorial Museum Click to view Folk Takeover Programme 29 July
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Folk Takeover: 7pm Celebration Concert
Exeter Phoenix Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street, Exeter, DevonEnjoy performances from Wren Music’s community groups and team of professional musicians. With an overture from the new Folk Sinfonietta, awards to recognise special efforts by members of the community, ending the night with more than 100 singers and players performing together – a proper celebration to mark 40 years of Wren Music. Includes 30 […]
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Folk Takeover: 10pm Farewell Session
Exeter Phoenix Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street, Exeter, DevonListen or join in with songs and tunes in an informal setting. Click to view Folk Takeover Programme 29 July
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NEW! Wren Folk Club with guest Chris Foster
The Fountain Inn The Fountain Inn, East Street, OkehamptonOur new regular Wren Folk Club sessions begin on Sunday 30 July, with special guest Chris Foster. It’ll be a relaxed evening of music and song, and floor spots are welcome – just turn up on the night. Chris was born in Somerset and now lives in Iceland, where he’s one half of the folk […]
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Singing for Wellness Summer Tour
Various Locations Various Locations across DevonOur Singing for Wellness Choirs - for people with respiratory conditions - are going on tour! Singers will get to try out different locations, and meet other singers from across the county. As well as keeping lungs moving throughout the summer period. 31 July and 21 August at Honiton Family Church, High Street, Honiton, EX14 […]
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Wren Music at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Various Venues, Sidmouth Various Venues, Sidmouth Folk Festival, Sidmouth, DevonWe are delighted that in 2023 we've got not one, not two, but FOUR events with the legendary Sidmouth Folk Festival. Sunday 6 August, 8pm Manor Pavilion MenSing supporting Jim Causley's Songs of Dartmoor Concert Monday 7 August, 12midday, Blackmore Gardens Devon Youth Folk Ensemble take over the youth stage Monday 7 August, 12midday, Folk […]
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Singing for Wellness Summer Tour
Various Locations Various Locations across DevonOur Singing for Wellness Choirs - for people with respiratory conditions - are going on tour! Singers will get to try out different locations, and meet other singers from across the county. As well as keeping lungs moving throughout the summer period. 31 July and 21 August at Honiton Family Church, High Street, Honiton, EX14 […]
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Torbay Folk Choir Performance
Paignton Library Paignton Library, Great Western Rd, PaigntonTorbay Folk Choir will take to the stage at Paignton Library for the Community Festival. They will provide entertainment and chat to the audience about how they can get involved in the choir.
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Outdoor Singing
Okehampton Castle OR Simmons Park Okehampton Castle OR Simmons Park (check date)Join Sarah Owen for a vocal exploration of historic sites in Okehampton. For 90 minutes Sarah will guide you through songs inspired by nature and history. No experience necessary. Please note seating will not be available. Bring refreshments and wear sturdy shoes. Booking essential in case of bad weather causing a change of venue. Tickets […]
