Folk Music

**THE NEW YEAR - RESTARTING ON 6 JANUARY 2026** New members welcome. We are a 4 part choir with a life-affirming, humanist focus. We're a friendly bunch, and the singers in your section will help you get started and feel welcome. New members will be able to borrow printed music. We do perform both formally and informally, and our varied repertoire supports this. For regular attendees, please print out your music, which is available in the [members section of our site](https://london.humanistchoir.org/groups/library/buddydrive/). If you need access, contact Laurence. ([members@london.humanistchoir.org](mailto:members@london.humanistchoir.org)). For more information see the [Join Us](https://london.humanistchoir.org/join/) page , or listen to the choir on our [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@LondonHumanistChoir). We always allow potential members to try us out for a couple of weeks. We do not hold auditions. By all means message with any queries. **Term Dates (6 a year) AUTUMN/WINTER 2025** * NEXT TERM - Tuesdays 6 January to 12 February inclusive. * Draft repertoire to follow.

**Amplify Her is a live event supporting women in the music industry.** Amplify Her is a thriving community committed to empowering women in the music industry. Come join us for a refreshing drink, connect with like-minded music professionals and leave inspired. Let's embrace some joy, release the self-imposed pressure, and simply enjoy each other's company. As music professionals, we navigate through ups and downs, and here, we've created a space to foster a community—supporting one another, growing together and forging ahead. Our mission is clear: to cultivate a community of female music industry professionals who not only uplift each other in advancing their careers but also champion the cause of gender equality. Together, let's move forward and make a lasting impact. [Make sure to grab your ticket on our website, so that you receive a QR code to use upon arrival.](https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/event-details/cocktail-meeting-london-2026-02-10-18-00) **Follow us on:** [https://www.instagram.com/amplify_herLive/](https://www.instagram.com/amplify_herLive/) [https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/](https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/) [https://www.linkedin.com/company/amplifyher/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/amplifyher/)

Sunflowers play noisy psych rock and they play it loud! And, in this case, for free. What else are you going to do on a Tuesday night in midwinter? Charlie Don't Surf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nT1vv8_1Wmk Castle Spell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnOpQbkWNTg Off the new album, Workworkwork: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ykPwH5HVK7U Show details [here](https://dice.fm/event/g56axa-sunflowers-10th-feb-the-shacklewell-arms-london-tickets?pid=ba9399ca&_branch_match_id=1533644188969696808&utm_medium=partners_api&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXz8nMy9ZLyUxO1UvL1Q%2B0SDE2SkxOTUs0N7UvyEyxTUq0NLa0TE5UqytKTUstKsrMS49PKsovL04tsnXLBIrlVwAATWQetEkAAAA%3D). Doors open at 7.30pm so let's meet then, get one in the bar and head in afterwards.

This coming week we'll be looking at the **Bauhaus** movement of art and design which played such an important role in twentieth century European art. Come and learn with us in a relaxed and friendly environment. All welcome. *If you come after 18.45 ring the doorbell*

**RSVP TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. ALL TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT..** **Welcome to Socialite Connections – Speed Networking for Film, TV, Music, and Media** Join us for an exclusive **Speed Networking for Film, TV, Music and Media**. Connect with creative professionals looking to accelerate their connections and grow their businesses. Imagine meeting and connecting with a room full of like-minded creative professionals in a fun and time efficient manner. You must book a ticket via the link: https://fatso.ma/3dD7 Book here via: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/speed-networking-for-film-tv-music-and-media-at-temper-city-tickets-1976448981107?aff=oddtdtcreator **We start the event at 6.00pm with a warm welcome.** Speed Networking is a dynamic and efficient way to connect with professionals across various creative industries. Break out of your networking comfort zone and say goodbye to missed opportunities with this structured format. We have hired the mezzanie room upstairs with own bar.. **Temper City -** Temper City is hidden away, moments from Bank, Moorgate and Liverpool Street Stations, serving the best steak in the Square Mile. Home to the biggest smoker in the temper family and one of the world's biggest restaurant fire-pits. Punchy wine list and choice of tequila and mezcal-focused cocktails available both in the restaurant and out on the terrace. **Event Schedule** **18:00 – 20:30 \| Welcome to the event** where your name will be checked off the guest list, you will be given a name badge and you will be introduced to each other. **19:00 – 20:00 \| Speed Networking Event Starts:** Take part in an exciting speed networking event focused on the film, TV, music, and media industries. This fast-paced environment is designed to help you make valuable connections, exchange ideas, and explore new opportunities in a relaxed environment. **20:00 \- 20:30 \| Network & chill:** It will be a free form event where guests can mingle amongst each other in a relaxed environment, when the speed networking are finished. **Why Attend?** Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to expand your network and forge valuable connections on a 1-2-1 basis. With just 3 minutes per attendee, you'll get the opportunity to speak to everyone attending in a timed and structured format. Are you a filmmaker, musician, media professional, or creative entrepreneur looking to expand your network and accelerate your career? This is your ultimate chance to connect, collaborate, and create magic in just one extraordinary night! **Who Should Attend?** Connect with Film, TV, Music and Media Professionals in a relaxed setting. **Producers, Directors, Artists & Actors, Musicians & Screenwriters, Media Lawyers, Photographers & Videographers, Investors, Anyone interested in Film, Media, TV, and Music Industry.** **Tickets are limited to just 40 attendees.** We like to make sure everyone gets the opportunity to talk to each other. You must book a ticket via the link: https://fatso.ma/3dD7 Book here via: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/speed-networking-for-film-tv-music-and-media-at-temper-city-tickets-1976448981107?aff=oddtdtcreator You are invited to join the dedicated Whatsapp group for the event and start networking before the actual event. Register now to secure your spot and be part of this transformative networking experience! **Tickets need to be bought online in advance to attend this event. Tickets are not available at the door.** **Refund policy: There is no refund at this event. Your ticket can be reassigned to another person of your choice.**

**London's first multi-sensory aerial relaxation experience with live ambient music, gongs, aromatherapy and aerial hammocks. An Oasis of Calm in our Busy Lives.** # Aerial Relaxation Pods - Sound Journey Gong Bath Meditation in Hammocks ### **ABOUT AERIAL RELAXATION PODS™** London's first **multi-sensory aerial relaxation experience with a short guided meditation, live ambient music: gongs, crystal bowls, vocals, other live instruments and nurturing electronica, aromatherapy eye pillows and scents, sky-blue silky aerial hammocks** to soothe your stresses away and lift your spirit! **A very unique, next level sound journey experience!** *"An oasis of calm in our busy lives."* Londoners stressed out by their busy lives can now turn to Aerial Relaxation Pods™ to transform their tension to calm, and restore the body’s natural healing wisdom. ***(please confirm all dates / times / venue via eventbrite. Not all dates are correct on meetup!)*** **PLEASE NOTE:** Please book via eventbrite. There are very limited spaces, and no sales on the door. an RSVP here on meetup is not a ticket! **For more information and bookings:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aerial-relaxation-pods-sound-journey-gong-bath-meditation-in-hammocks-tickets-84883457707?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aerial-relaxation-pods-sound-journey-gong-bath-meditation-in-hammocks-tickets-84883457707?aff=oddtdtcreator) *“Our pods are here to help Londoners relax. As a former teacher myself, I am fully aware of just how busy and stressed a lot of people are. And most of us just don't find the time to unwind. Our **Aerial Relaxation Pods** are going to help you alleviate stress, providing time & space to allow your body to deeply rest, harmonising your nervous system. You’ll feel rejuvenated and refreshed after one session.” -* Seth Newman, co-founder of Aerial Relaxation Pods**™**.

Join us on Tuesdays for a vibrant and immersive experience of West African drumming in SE5. This event is perfect for both beginners and experienced drummers looking to enhance their skills and connect with the energetic beats of the Djembe drum. Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of African music as our skilled instructors guide you through rhythmic patterns and techniques that will transport you to the heart of Africa. Bring your drum or borrow one of ours and become part of a dynamic drum circle where everyone's unique contributions come together to create a mesmerizing musical tapestry. Whether you're a seasoned drummer or just starting your rhythmic journey, this event promises to be a joyful celebration of African drumming that will uplift your spirit and leave you feeling connected to the vibrant beats of the continent. Join us in SE5 and let the rhythms of West African drumming awaken your soul.

**Paint by Sound** is an immersive live-art session where your brush moves to the beat. Join hosts **@shahina247art** and **@natrosity** for a **guided creative session** where you’ll paint to live, bass-driven music. This is not a class—it’s a sensory experience where art and sound become one. Feel the vibration. Translate the rhythm. Create in real time. ### What’s Included: 🎟 **£10 entry gives you:** 🥤 One complimentary drink (beer, wine, or soft drink) 🍝 **15% off Pasta Nostra’s set-menu** on the night 🎨 Some painting materials provided for the guided session Bring your own materials 🎶 Live music to paint to, led by @shahina247art & @natrosity ### What to Expect: 🎤 A guided painting session influenced by live sound 🎶 Bass-driven sets shaping your creativity 🍝 Delicious Italian food available with your ticket discount 🖤 An intimate, after-dark creative atmosphere ### Who It’s For: Artists. Musicians. Listeners. Vibers. No experience needed—just bring your senses and an open mind. ### What to Bring: * Your creativity * Good energy * Materials Book - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/paint-by-sound-live-art-bass-experience-tickets-1982497737099?aff=oddtdtcreator ### Accessibility: The venue is ground floor The workshop will take place on the first floor access via step access. For specific needs, DM @pastanostra. ### Follow the Creators: @oldstreetartsclub \| @justart247 \| @pastanostra @shahina247art \| @natrosity

Come gather round for something brand new, A record released in notes of blue. Wojtek Mazolewski, bass in hand, Leads his Quintet across open land. Fearless jazz with a punk-lit spark, Soaring lines that cut the dark. Bold improvisation, tight then free, Music that moves where it wants to be. Save your spot, don’t leave it to fate: [https://ra.co/events/2260313](https://ra.co/events/2260313) Come to listen, let the sound unfold, Or stay and reflect in stories told.

Our musical host at Pulse & Pickle CIC for the communal dinner on Friday the 13th of February is Maria de Huelva. \-\-\-\-\-\-BIO\-\-\-\- Hailing from the village of Almonaster la Real in Andalusia’s Huelva province, María is a passionate musician and scholar deeply rooted in flamenco and Spanish folk traditions. With a degree in History (Archaeology) and a Master’s in Advanced Musical Studies (Ethnomusicology), she combines academic insight with cultural heritage. Beginning her guitar journey at age seven under John MacInnes, María went on to train in classical guitar for eight years while also mastering the three-holed pipe and tabor, traditional instruments of historic taborers. Actively performing as a guitarist, singer, and taborer, she brings spontaneity and joy to traditional celebrations across Spain and the UK. Inspired by London’s multicultural scene, she has also embraced the rubab, blending it into her repertoire with Spanish folk and flamenco \-\-\-\-ALKEMI\-\-\- Maria de Huelva presents a solo project where flamenco, folk, and fusion meet in a dynamic dialogue of cultures. Deeply connected to Spanish traditions yet shaped by academic exploration and personal storytelling, the repertoire reflects a meaningful journey through heritage and life experience. London’s vibrant multiculturalism provides an additional layer of inspiration, infusing the music with openness and innovation. The result is a powerful, evolving sound. Authentic, expressive, and contemporary, that resonates with audiences across borders. The evening’s Menu (Fully Vegan - Menu does not include Alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks that are sold separately) is inspired by Andalusian flavors and tastes. Starters Mushroom & Nuts croquettes served with Andalusian Salad. Main Spinach and Chickpeas Stew served with Marinated carrots. Dessert Spanish Pumpkin Flan. We also recognise that financial realities shape who can take part in such gatherings. To make our dinners accessible, we offer a Solidarity Sliding Scale: tickets range from £15 for those who need support, £25 at cost, and £30 or more for those able to contribute in solidarity. This approach allows people with different resources to sit at the same table and support one another’s participation. The income from each dinner goes directly toward paying fair wages to our team, supporting the artists and hosts who shape the events, and paying the local growers whose produce makes our food possible. More about the thoughts behind our communal dinners events - The Lost Art of Eating Togther If cost is a barrier to entry, please get in touch with us - contact@pulseandpickle.org Tickets available on HUMANITIX (it dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity): https://events.humanitix.com/alkemi-a-dialogue-of-cultures

Join us for a discussion about Kate Bush, Hounds of Love. We’ll be running up that hill to next door records 2 Have a listen in advance so we have lots to chat about!

The Golden Hinde was the first English Ship to sail around the world, captained by Sir Francs Drake in the Elizabethan era. Besides hearing us, and joining in singing the choruses, you can also explore the ship. And for your further convenience, there is an on board bar with wine and beer at pub prices, and a flushing WC or two. We have always had top class guests who were lively and all of whom joined in singing the choruses, Below is also a link to a couple of videos on YouTube of us singing in this the ship, if you want to take a look and have a listen. The ship is currently in dry dock undergoing hull maintenance, and you can reach it by going to London Bridge Underground station, and from there it's five minute walk walk through Borough Market. And, by the way, when it was first built, this ship sailed from Devon to San Francisco, and from there onto Japan, where is starred in the original film production of Shogun [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grEsDWy2vBg](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grEsDWy2vBg) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9i3rAvEt5nY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9i3rAvEt5nY) And below is the ticket link on Eventbrite. Tickets are £10 plus 10% booking fee [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shanty-singers-of-colliers-wood-on-the-golden-hinde-tickets-196602679807](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shanty-singers-of-colliers-wood-on-the-golden-hinde-tickets-1966026798077) ``` ```

Get ready to turn up at R&B Thursday's every week at Prince of Peckham till late night. Prepare for a night filled with lit games, fun prizes, and R&B bangers. We’re bringing you non-stop R&B classics from the finest selectors at the finest pub in South London. Visit our website to secure a table at **[https://princeofpeckham.co.uk](https://princeofpeckham.co.uk/)** . **DEALS ON:** **Late Night Happy Hour (10 PM – 11 PM).** With doubles + mixers for £5, & 3 shots for £10 Admin fee: £2

Barn Dance from 1-3pm in the Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, MD. Caller: **Janine Smith** Music: **Katie Stahl and TBD** Admission: Free! (no need to register, just show up at the door) Come join us at the barn dance! This fun-spirited dance event is suitable for all ages and ability levels and features live music and calling. There will be circle dances, ceilidhs, and a variety of mixers. This dance fits the bill for families with preschool children just as well as older groups of tweens and teens. Our intergenerational community is what makes this dance unique and fun. So grab a friend or your kids and come join us! Covid Info: masks and vaccination are encouraged but not required

The Roadducks, having been around since 1976, are a legendary classic/southern variety rock band whose music brings you to life and goes down like Tennessee whiskey.... They are a MUST SEE band!!! We hope you’ll join us!!!L

Have a lucky Friday the 13th at Tommy Joe's with Oasis recording artist LESSON ZERO. Good food and drinks, friendly folks, no cover, parking available, and way cool music. www.youtube.com/lessonzero www.reverbnation.com/lessonzero

Live music every Thursday night at Jimmy’s. [Jimmy’s upcoming events.](https://www.jottnew.com/upcoming-events.html)

Friday night Greenbelt International Folk Dancing has gone "virtual". As we all practice good social distancing, many in our folk dance community are feeling the absence of our usually scheduled local dances. In response, please join us for the Greenbelt Virtual Folk Dance Session. Let’s keep dancing! • Connect and dance in our own homes • Watch hosts leading familiar dances • See each other; listen and dance to our favorites How: We will be using the ZOOM video conferencing app to share music and live videos of the leaders and each other. This can be used on a desktop, laptop, or smartphone. What to Expect: Your hosts are Linda Mansdorf, Vita Hollander, Ben Hole, and John Robinson. Collectively they will play 25-30 dances, which should approximate the number of dances normally done on a Friday night in-person event. The hosts will do a quick teaching or demonstration of the steps to some of the dances that may be less familiar to you or just as a refresher, but the session is not designed as a workshop, so the majority of the evening will be spent playing dances that many of us already know and love to do. How To Join Us: Each week we will send an email with the Zoom Meeting link ID. Make sure John Robinson knows you would like to receive this email with the link. John's email address for Info: j_srobinson@verizon.net. https://www.facebook.com/GreenbeltInternationalFolkDancing/ Co-sponsored by the Folklore Society of Greater Washington

Come out, make new friends and enjoy the edgy pop punk band Tunnels End as they perform all the nostalgic hits live!

Join us on Wednesday, February 25, 8:00-10:30 PM. Kappy Laning calls to the music of Carrie Rose (flute), Becky Ross (fiddle), and Owen Morrison (guitar) Register: [https://www.fsgw.org/event-6512385](https://www.fsgw.org/event-6512385?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExNGtrSWVnSWxTeFdWb2N3YXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR64eb1N2RK8Pak5T6k24bTN_KkpwCJ6TGLL-n31n6kycoSYB2KiQGeHdMfirg_aem_JFlPWOfQhFWDI9iY6EF6Zg) (Please note, you are not registered by responding on meetup, you must register through the FSGW website, or at the door if tickets are available) The FSGW weekly English Country Dance offers delightful dancing, led by talented callers, accompanied by top-notch musicians playing a wide variety of instruments. The crowd is friendly and enthusiastic; new dancers are always welcome and can get an informal lesson if they arrive around 7:30. You don't need to bring a partner, or dress up. * If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select "first time free" when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. Covid Protocol: masks and vaccinations are encouraged but not required. Some dancers are sensitive to fragrances, and they are grateful when you skip the perfume and scented after-shave. Additional information about this weekly event is available on the English Country Dance (in-person) web page. [https://www.fsgw.org/ecd](https://www.fsgw.org/ecd) **Pay at the door:** Admission - $15 FSGW Members, $8 Students and those with limited income, $17 Others. **Questions?** Email English Country Dance * **We look forward to dancing with you!**