Welcome to Cecil Sharp House
Explore England's award winning folk arts centre, at the heart of London.
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Winter/Spring music programme announced
We're starting 2019 as we mean to go on, with a busy programme of music and song. -
Grace Petrie
Thursday 2 May, 7.30pm -
Nicola Beazley & Thom Ashworth
Wednesday 20 February, 7.30pm -
The Askew Sisters—Album Launch
Wednesday 24 April -
Alden Patterson And Dashwood
Wednesday 13 March, 7.30pm -
Chris Wood
Saturday 2 March, 7.30pm
What’s
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A world-class dedicated folk arts centre, Cecil Sharp House is at the heart of English folk. The House has played host to some of the biggest names in music, including Martin & Eliza Carthy, Davy Graham, Mumford & Sons, Laura Marling, Graham Coxon, and Goldfrapp. A busy schedule of dances, gigs, courses, workshops, lectures and talks awaits!
Venue
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As one of the most celebrated and legendary music and dance venues in London, Cecil Sharp House is the perfect venue to host your event. Whether you’re promoting a concert, hosting a meeting or looking for a teaching or rehearsal space, this unique venue provides a flexible solution. We can accommodate dance and music classes, private parties, weddings, conferences. Cecil Sharp House is used as a location for films, television programmes and fashion shoots.
Calendar
Coming soon...
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Cecil Sharp House, LondonDiscover your inner folk! Fun, welcoming and expertly taught workshops at different levels in accordion, banjo, fiddle, guitar, melodeon, penny whistle and mixed instrument classes.
Saturday Folk Music Workshops
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Cecil Sharp House, LondonBalkanplus organises monthly dances at Cecil Sharp House. The 'plus' is because we like to include a sprinkling of popular dances from other parts of the world in our programmes.
Balkanplus
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Cecil Sharp House, LondonGet a taste of Scotland in London. There will be a foot stomping band leading you through the moves. Suitable for those who are absolute beginners or advanced dancers.
Ceilidh Club
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Cecil Sharp House, LondonCreative, inclusive, multi-sensory band sessions for disabled young people led by folk artists Emmie Ward and Joe Danks.
Folk Unlimited
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Cecil Sharp House, LondonBring the entire family and take part in lively dances from the Britain and beyond in a supportive and fun environment! Live music inspires the dancing and expert callers guide the moves with simple instructions.
Family Barn Dance
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Cecil Sharp House, LondonArgentinean School of Tango & Folklore.
Tango Etnia
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Latest news...
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Winter/Spring music programme announced
Mon 19th Nov 2018
We're starting 2019 as we mean to go on, with a busy programme of music... -
Exclusive Interview: Daria Kulesh
Mon 5th Nov 2018
Ahead of her special album preview concert on 14 November, we had a chat with... -
‘Keeping Folk Dancers On Their Feet!’ professional development day to take place next month
Thu 16th Aug 2018
Take part in an essential training day for folk dancers on Friday 21 September. -
New folk dance class at Cecil Sharp House
Mon 23rd Jul 2018
We are excited to introduce a brand new dance class to our programme this September.... -
Autumn music programme announced
Fri 13th Jul 2018
While there's still much of the summer to look forward to, we're already preparing for...