Traditional Music Sessions in Sussex, Kent and Surrey

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First Saturday of the month Next session is on Saturday 5th September 2020	8:00 - 11.00	The Coopers Arms Crowborough TN6 1SN	Ian and Jane Boulton
Folk at the Coopers Arms We are acoustic only and welcome all abilities playing music, singing, telling stories or jokes.
First Sunday afternoon of the month Next session is on Sunday 6th September 2020	12:00 - 2.30	The Volunteer, 12 Eastgate St, Lewes BN7 2LP	Bryan Creer
Instrumental, mainly traditional English. Closed in May if it's Bank Holiday weekend.
First Sunday evening of the month Next session is on Sunday 6th September 2020	8:30	The Crown, Newick	Alan Rae
Open acoustic jam session at the Crown every first Sunday of the month starting 8.30pm. We do a lot of traditional stuff but also some golden oldies etc...
First Sunday evening of the month Next session is on Sunday 6th September 2020	8:00	The Gun and Spitroast, Horsmonden	Gavin Atkin
The aim is to play a good mix of mainly English tunes, including whatever people bring along, as well as our own favourites and a good helping of the tunes folks have been been looking at during the Wednesday night classes (see the http://www.singdanceandplay.net/free-traditional-music-classes-at-the-gun-and-spitroast-horsmonden/ site for details).
First Sunday evening of the month No session in July and August Next session is on Sunday 4th October 2020	7:30	Famous Green Man, 71 High Street, Ewell Village, Surrey, KT17 1RX	Helena Cooper
" Broadly in the English tradition, the session is designed to be welcoming to intermediate and beginner players and will include a steady-speed hour with tunes from a provided list.
First Monday evening of the month Next session is on Monday 7th September 2020	8:30-11:00	The Greets Inn, Warnham	Ring Polly Dare on 01403 248387
English tunes session.
First Tuesday evening of the month Next session is on Tuesday 1st September 2020	8:00-11:00	John Harvey, Lewes	Valmai Goodyear
Instrumental, mainly traditional English.
First Tuesday evening of the month Next session is on Tuesday 1st September 2020	8:00-11:00	Red Lion, Shoreham BN43 5TE	Annie
An informal gathering of 'Last Orders' playing mostly Irish songs and instrumentals. Anyone is welcome to come and listen or play a tune or sing a song. Mostly Irish, but English and Scottish welcome.
First Tuesday evening of the month No session in August Next session is on Tuesday 1st September 2020	8:00-11:00	Alton Steady Session	David Johnson
A monthly session aimed at beginner and improving musicians at the Three Horsehoes in East Worldham, GU34 3AE, so if you�d like to play some mainly English tunes at a �slow and steady� pace, please do come along. There will be no pressure!
First and third Tuesday evening of the month Next session is on Tuesday 18th August 2020	8:30	Gun & Spitroast at Horsmonden	Gavin Atkin
Free traditional music classes by Gavin Atkin. They're not sessions exactly (we tend to focus on only a few tunes each time) but they will be of interest to some of the same people. http://www.singdanceandplay.net/free-traditional-music-classes-at-the-gun-and-spitroast-horsmonden/
First Tuesday evening of the month Next session is on Tuesday 1st September 2020	8:00-11:00	Green Man, Horsted Keynes	Brian Reynolds
Open to all singers and musicians; in fact anyone who enjoys performing and listening to others.
First Wednesday evening of the month Next session is on Wednesday 2nd September 2020	7.30 - 10.00	Beechwood Hall Hotel, Worthing	Amaryllis Gunn
The South Downs Folk Singers - songs of the South Downs Voices only! Come and join us: we perform at local gigs too. http://southdownsfolksingers.blogspot.co.uk/
First Wednesday evening of the month Next session is on Wednesday 2nd September 2020	7.30 - 10.00	The Squirrel Inn, Hurtmore	Kevin Gorton 01483 415962
The sessions are mainly traditional English, Scottish and Irish but we do have some other types of music.<
Second Sunday evening of the month. Next session is on Sunday 13th September 2020	8pm	The George Hotel, Henfield	Mike Ainscough
An eclectic mix of blues, rags, reels and airs...
Second Sunday evening of the month. Next session is on Sunday 13th September 2020	8pm	The Jenny Lind, Hastings	Paul
Irish Traditional Music Session run by Hastings Comhaltas branch. First hour is a slow session for learners.
Second Sunday evening of the month Next session is on Sunday 13th September 2020	8:00-11:00	The Laughing Fish, Isfield	Will Duke
Instrumental, mainly traditional English.
Second Tuesday evening of the month Session is today Tuesday 11th August 2020 Next session is on Tuesday 8th September 2020	8:00-11:00	Elephant and Castle, Lewes	Bryan Creer
Concertinas Anonymous. Concertina practice session. All systems, beginners welcome.
Second Tuesday evening of the month Session is today Tuesday 11th August 2020 Next session is on Tuesday 8th September 2020	8:00-10:00	The Star, Alfriston	Andy and Mac
Folk and Acoustic music with guests
Second Tuesday evening of the month Session is today Tuesday 11th August 2020 Next session is on Tuesday 8th September 2020	8:00-11:00	Prince of Wales, 49 South Road, Newhaven BN9 9QL	Paul Pops Vaughan
A small friendly gathering with no strict format or rules. The locals enjoy the music and an appreciative landlord provides snacks.....and the occasional pint!
Second Wednesday evening of the month Next session is on Wednesday 12th August 2020	8:00 - 11:00	The Roundhill, 100 Ditchling Road, Brighton BN1 4SG	Saskia Jackson
Informal and friendly group playing English instrumental dance tunes. All acoustic players welcome, of any level. We usually have a mix including melodeons, concertinas, strings, guitar and woodwind. Please join our Facebook group 'English Dance Tunes Sessions @ The Roundhill' for the latest information.
Second Wednesday evening of the month Next session is on Wednesday 12th August 2020	8:30-11:00	The Royal Oak, Pett	Chris Hamblin
This is an open gathering of musicians sharing in the extensive repertory of Irish session tunes. Instrumentalists who have some knowledge of Irish tunes are welcome to join in, anyone is welcome to come along, sit down, have a drink and listen. Session usually led by Chris Hamblin, Charlie Gask & Friends
Second Wednesday evening of the month Next session is on Wednesday 12th August 2020	8:00-11:00	The Lamb, 10 Fisher Street, Lewes, BN7 2DG	Michi Mathias
Fiddle & banjo tunes from American old-time Appalachian stringband tradition. Usually closed in August.
Second Thursday evening of the month Next session is on Thursday 13th August 2020	8:30	The Old House, West Street, Dorking, Surrey RH4 1BY	Ann Wade
Mainly English traditional tunes with a few songs
Third Monday evening of the month Next session is on Monday 17th August 2020	8:30-11:00	The White Horse, Maplehurst	Ring Polly Dare on 01403 248387
French tunes session, with a few poems. Tunes from England and Continental Europe very welcome as well. Ring Polly to check that it is on during the summer.
Third Monday evening of the month Next session is on Monday 17th August 2020	9:00-11:00	Bridge Inn, Shoreham by Sea BN43 5TE. Variable so check the website.	Shoreham Sessions
The music mainly originates from the folk tradition, and might have come from England, Scotland, Ireland or elsewhere
Third Tuesday evening of the month Next session is on Tuesday 18th August 2020	8:00-10:30	Now at Sandra's house. Check with Elizabeth or Sandra for the address.	Elizabeth Rimmington
Bring songs, tunes and storytelling - whatever you find interesting and/or want to share with us, but be prepared for us to want to learn all about it. Bring your own beverages.
Third Tuesday evening of the month Next session is on Tuesday 18th August 2020	7.30 - 10.00	John Harvey, Lewes	Tina Cox
The South Downs Folk Singers - songs of the South Downs Voices only! Come and join us: we perform at local gigs too. http://southdownsfolksingers.blogspot.co.uk/
Third Tuesday evening of the month Next session is on Tuesday 18th August 2020	7.30 - 10.00	The Albion, 33 George Street, Old Town, Hastings, TN34 3EA	Alan Jeffries
Mainly English tunes with a few traditional songs thrown in. Runs from 20:00 to around 22:30.
Third Wednesday evening of the month Next session is on Wednesday 19th August 2020	8:00-11:00	The Rose and Crown, Fletching	Alan Rae
While most of our repertoire is folk music of one sort or another our definition of �Folk� is pretty elastic so if you want to play some blues or acoustic rock you will be very welcome.
Third Wednesday evening of the month Next session is on Wednesday 19th August 2020	8:00-11:00	Frimhurst Family Home, Guildford Road, Frimley Green, Surrey, GU16 6NU	Jason French
Surrey Bluegrass Jam.
Third Wednesday evening of the month Next session is on Wednesday 19th August 2020	9:00-11:00	Folk By The Fireside at The Woolpack, Burgess Hill, RH15 8NN	Dan Whaley
Eclectic, acoustic singaround, with absolutely all styles welcomed. We adhere to the �All music is folk music �I ain�t never heard no horse sing� point of view.
Third Thursday evening of the month Next session is on Thursday 20th August 2020	9:00-11:00	The Stag Inn, Hastings TN34 3BJ	Ring Sian Hayward 01424 427985
Rattlebag (a 4-piece acappella folk group) host this singaround on the third thursday of the month at The Stag Inn, Hastings Old Town.
Third Thursday evening of the month Next session is on Thursday 20th August 2020	7.45	The Three Moles, Selham, Selham OR The Chichester Inn, Chichester - please check the website each month	Julie Thurston
The South Downs Folk Singers - songs of the South Downs Voices only! Come and join us: we perform at local gigs too. http://southdownsfolksingers.blogspot.co.uk/
Third Sunday evening of the month Next session is on Sunday 16th August 2020	8:00 onwards	The Wheatsheaf, 34 Kingston Road, Ewell. KT17 2AA	Alan Mead
The Ewell Sessions 7.30pm slow session for newish players or anyone that doesn�t mind playing slowly. 8pm onwards a more regular session, informal, plenty of steady tunes mostly traditional English. http://www.theewellsessions.net/
Fourth Monday evening of the month Next session is on Monday 24th August 2020	8:30 onwards	The Partridge, Partridge Green	Mick Bullen or ring Brian Skinner on 01403 865130
No particular focus - tunes, songs, whatever! Now hosted by Brian Skinner, Tim Carter and Mick Bullen
Fourth Tuesday evening of the month Next session is on Tuesday 25th August 2020	8:00-11:00	Elephant and Castle, Lewes	Bryan Creer
Lewes Favourites session tunes practice session. Come and learn some of the tunes played in local sessions. We run through them at a sensible speed as many times as you like.
Fourth Sunday evening of the month Next session is on Sunday 23rd August 2020	8:30-11.00	The Plough, Lower Beeding	Brian Skinner
English music session at The Plough, Lower Beeding. Fourth Sundays - not when its Christmas Day. Lead by Brian Skinner, Marilyn and Phil Jarrett.
Last Tuesday evening of the month Next session is on Tuesday 25th August 2020	8:00-11:00	The Swan, Worthing	Freddie Adams
Mostly English, but with a bit of French and Irish thrown in for good measure.
Last Friday evening of the month Next session is on Friday 28th August 2020	8.30	The Royal Oak, Whatlington	Paul
Irish Traditional Music Session.
Last Sunday evening of the month (except Bank Holiday weekend when it will be the Monday) Next session is on Sunday 30th August 2020	8:00-10:30	The White Horse Pub, Ditchling	Ian Chisholm
Ballads and blues, rags reels and airs, an eclectic acoustic session.
Last Sunday evening of the month from September to April Next session is on Sunday 27th September 2020	8:00	Castle Inn, Crook Road, Castle Hill, Brenchley, Kent, Kent, TN12 7BN	Gavin Atkin
Starting at 8pm and continuing until it's time to sing Nellie Dean. The style's very much mixed tunes, stepping and singing, and the material's trad and old fashioned. They're chaired sessions with featured guests, but there's no entry charge. http://www.singdanceandplay.net/free-traditional-music-classes-at-the-gun-and-spitroast-horsmonden/
Every Sunday afternoon	4:00-6:00	The Bugle, Brighton
Predominantly Irish tunes.
Every Sunday evening	8.45 for 9.00	The Mitre, Brighton
Singaround.
Every Sunday evening	7.30	The Chimney House ,28 Upper Hamilton Road, Brighton BN1 5DF	Robin Doody
Front Room Folk play a wide range of traditional and contemporary folk tunes from English, Celtic, French, Swedish, American to a handful of our own tunes and the occasional song. New players of all levels are very welcome! To make it easier we're totally cool with playing from dots which are all stashed online. And there's always a friendly shoulder to look over on the night. Check Front Room Folk on Facebook or Twitter @FrontRoomFolk and frontroomfolk.org.uk and please pop along to say hello some time!
Every Monday evening	9 p.m. start	The Admiral, Brighton	Mandy Murray
Mainly Irish tunes but also some Swedish, French, English and American. Line up is Mandy Murray,Ben Paley and Jim Birch,musicians and singers welcome
Every Monday evening	9 p.m. start	The Star, Godalming,Surrey	Kevin Gorton 01483 415962
The sessions are mainly traditional English, Scottish and Irish but we do have some other types of music.
Every Wednesday evening	9 p.m. start	The Pond, Brighton	Ring Kluggers on 01273 692849 or Ian on 01273 509552
Singaround
Every four weeks on a Sunday evening Next session is on Sunday 6th September 2020	8:00	Fitzherberts, Brighton	Vince Purcell
Old Time American session run by Vince and friends