Folkestra
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Folkestra is a vibrant group of young folk musicians, playing original music and new arrangements.
They were founded by North East folk legend Kathryn Tickell, and have been working with renowned piper Andy May since 2022. Folkestra rehearse approximately once every two weeks on Sunday afternoons during term time at The Glasshouse and the band enjoys performing in various concerts and festivals throughout the year. In 22/23 we reintroduced our residential trips which are amazing in helping the group to bond musically and socially.
Younger and less experienced players may be interested in our non-auditioned folk ensemble, Reely Folk.
Key Information
Age: 13-19
Experience: Recommended for intermediate to advanced players
Audition required
Fees:
£945 full year including res
£665 full year no res
For a breakdown of termly feels please email youngmusicians@theglasshouseicm.org
Watch our Ensembles performing the St Cuthbert Suite by Paul Edis.
Term Dates 25/26
All rehearsals 3-6pm
Autumn
Saturday 13 September
Sunday 21 September
Sunday 12 October
HALF TERM
Sunday 9 November
Sunday 23 November
Saturday 29 November
Sunday 14 December
Saturday 20 December – Winter Wonders
Spring
Sunday 11 January
Sunday 18 January
Sunday 1 February
Sunday 15 February
HALF TERM
Sunday 15 March
Sunday 22 March
Sunday 29 March – Spring Celebration
Tuesday 7 – Thursday 9th April Residential in Barnard Castle
Summer
Sunday 19 April
Sunday 3 May
Sunday 17 May
HALF TERM
Sunday 7 June
Sunday 14 June
Sunday 28 June
Sunday 5 July – Performance (TBC)