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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
24/25 Fee: £900 to include a residential
Experience: Recommended for intermediate to advanced players
Audition required
Watch our Ensembles performing the St Cuthbert Suite by Paul Edis.
Term Dates
All rehearsals 3-6pm
Autumn Term
7th September
22nd September
24th September (Performance for 23/24 band)
6th October
20th October
10th November
17th November
1st December
8th December
22nd December (Performance at The Glasshouse)
Spring Term
12th January
26th January
16th February
16th March
23rd March
15th – 17th April – Residential
Summer Term
27th April
18th May
8th June
25th June
22nd June
6th July – Summer Celebration Performance