A practical 10-week course designed to cover a broad repertoire of Folk and Traditional Music and Song in an ensemble setting.
Folk guitarist and singer Dave Wood leads an ensemble style session exploring song and instrumental music from the Celtic and American traditions along with a few surprises.
About the tutor
From Grindleford in Derbyshire, Dave Wood is regarded as one of the leading guitarists on the folk scene today due to his innovative, rhythmical accompaniment style. A graduate of the Folk Music Degree course at Newcastle University, Dave played for several years with acclaimed young band CrossCurrent before touring extensively with Scots song band Malinky from 2007 until 2011.
Dave has also performed alongside Shetland fiddle star Catriona MacDonald, Claire Mann and Brian Conway, to name but a few. He is also a regular touring partner with celebrated Northumbrian musician Tom McConville and has appeared on a number of recordings by Tom, singer Bill Jones, and piper Becky Taylor.
About learning and participation at The Globe You will need to bring all the equipment you need including instruments, amplifiers (if required) and music stands.
Prices
The course fee is £120 for a 10-session term. You may also pay £15 per session (minimum payment £30).
There are some half-price bursaries available for adults aged 18-25 (please email learning@jazz.coop for details).
Creating a Globe Account
When you buy tickets you will be invited to create an online account. You don’t have to do this but, if you do, you will find it quicker and simpler to buy tickets in future. Also, you can access all your ticket information and livestream files from your account dashboard, which is very convenient.
Play More Folk! – Spring Term 2025
Tuesdays: 19:00 – 20:30 at The Globe
Term starts Tuesday 21 January
Half Term break: Tuesday 18 February
Finishes Tuesday 1 April
Course Fee: £120
Important: As well as paying for this workshop below, please make sure you fill in the enrolment form here as this will help the tutor in preparing for this course. Many thanks!
All tickets are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of sale.
Description
A practical 10-week course designed to cover a broad repertoire of Folk and Traditional Music and Song in an ensemble setting.
Folk guitarist and singer Dave Wood leads an ensemble style session exploring song and instrumental music from the Celtic and American traditions along with a few surprises.
About the tutor
From Grindleford in Derbyshire, Dave Wood is regarded as one of the leading guitarists on the folk scene today due to his innovative, rhythmical accompaniment style. A graduate of the Folk Music Degree course at Newcastle University, Dave played for several years with acclaimed young band CrossCurrent before touring extensively with Scots song band Malinky from 2007 until 2011.
Dave has also performed alongside Shetland fiddle star Catriona MacDonald, Claire Mann and Brian Conway, to name but a few. He is also a regular touring partner with celebrated Northumbrian musician Tom McConville and has appeared on a number of recordings by Tom, singer Bill Jones, and piper Becky Taylor.
About learning and participation at The Globe
You will need to bring all the equipment you need including instruments, amplifiers (if required) and music stands.
Prices
The course fee is £120 for a 10-session term. You may also pay £15 per session (minimum payment £30).
There are some half-price bursaries available for adults aged 18-25 (please email learning@jazz.coop for details).
Creating a Globe Account
When you buy tickets you will be invited to create an online account. You don’t have to do this but, if you do, you will find it quicker and simpler to buy tickets in future. Also, you can access all your ticket information and livestream files from your account dashboard, which is very convenient.
Any Questions?
Please email learning@jazz.coop
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