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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
8th October
22nd October
5th November
12th November
23rd November (Performance at The Fire Station)
10th December
23rd December (Performance at The Glasshouse)
Spring Term
7th January
21st January
4th February
16th – 18th February (Residential)
10th March
24th March
Summer Term
28th April
12th May
9th June
23rd June
7th July
13th/14th July (Performance at The Glasshouse)