Free Online Youth Folk Sampler Days

Published on 01/04/2021
  • Play by ear and develop your creativity
  • Learn from inspiring professional musicians
  • Explore folk music
  • Find out about the National Youth Folk Ensemble

Online Youth Folk Sampler Days are running across England in May half-term.

Sampler Days are free, but you need to book in advance.

To register for a Sampler Day you will need to:

  • be aged 12–18 
  • live in England
  • be able to play confidently on your chosen instrument 

Each Sampler Day features:

  • online music workshops with highly skilled professional folk artists
  • online Q&A with Ensemble staff
  • optional short online audition, if you wish to apply for the National Youth Folk Ensemble (please note the auditions are for people who are 14–18 on 1 September 2021)

Sampler Days are open to players of any instrument. No experience of folk music necessary. All playing and learning will be done by ear. You are welcome to book for any date, however we recommend booking for your closest event if possible, to meet other young musicians from your area.   

Places are free, but numbers are limited.

Reserve yours now!