This page is regularly updated with details of forthcoming folk music and dance events in Tasmania. This page is maintained as a free community service by the Folk Federation of Tasmania who accept no responsibility for the accuracy or otherwise of information supplied to us for listing on this page.

Check our Regular Events Page for details of regular events (dances, clubs and sessions) across the state.

See our Venues page for information about some venues around the state.

See our Festivals and Events section for information about major annual festivals and events.

TASMANIAN MUSIC LOVERS ARE INVITED TO A WONDERFUL NIGHT OF MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT!

The Blue Mosquitoes supported by Chris Coleman and Jed Appleton
2013 UK Tour launch!
Yes all 3 artists embarking on a joint 24 gig UK tour

The Republic Bar Friday May 24^th

Tickets available for $10.00 at the door, or, see follow crowd funding link below to purchase pre-sale tickets online by making a $10 pledge!

If Facebook savvy then please share with friends to support tour
www.pozible.com/bluemosquitoes

Scottish Ceilidh, 25th May

Iain MacLeod Ceilidh Band

SAT 25TH MAY ‘13
7:30-11:30PM
WESLEY HALL, 58 MELVILLE ST, HOBART

High energy Scottish music from master accordionist Iain MacLeod and friends. Exciting and accessible dances taught by caller David Wanless.

Tickets at the door:
$16/ $14(concession)/ $13(member)/ $8 (student special)

Dress: casual or celtic.

All dances taught.
No dancing experience or partner required but you’re welcome to bring either.
All ages welcome.

Please bring some supper to share (haggis not required).

Folk Federation of Tasmania Inc

http://www.folktas.org
folkdancetas@gmail.com
6273 2127
Facebook: dancefolktasmania

Scottish Ceilidh (pronounced “kay-lee”) dancing is the more energetic and informal alternative to Scottish Country Dancing. You don’t need to dress up, bring a partner or have any dancing experience. All you need are sensible shoes and a sense of humour. Dance caller David Wanless will tell you what you need to do, and master accordionist Iain MacLeod and friends will leave you no choice but to dance with their driving jigs and reels.

Learn to Play Old-Time Mountain Music
with the Hobart Old-Time String Band 

Learn Old-Timey American music on your acoustic banjo, fiddle, guitar, ukelele, mandolin, bass, cello etc. Toe-tapping tunes such as “Turkey in the Straw”, ”Cluck Old Hen”, ”Alabama Jubilee” and many more.

 

Details:

4 weekly workshop sessions 7.30pm to 9pm
13^th, 20^th, 27th  June, 4^th July
All Saints Lower Hall. Macquarie St. South Hobart. 

For learners or those looking for a different style 

$10 per session, $35 in advance. Limited places, book early
For full details and to book your place contact info@hotstringband.org,  visit www.hotstringband.org or contact Midj 62434192

Major Annual Festivals and Events

Cygnet Folk Festival -second weekend of January each year. Full program details online shortly before festival.  See the website for details of various Tasmanian and other performers.

Tamar Valley Festival, Georgetown, third weekend of January each year. See http://www.tamarvalleyfolkfestival.com/ for details.

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Celtic Summer School, January each year, presented by Celtic Southern Cross

Music Under the Southern Cross is at Campaspe Downs, Victoria, Jan 12th – 17th 2014

For details of tutors, workshops and other activities, see Celtic Summer School

Australian Wooden Boat Festival - Hobart, February every second year.

Rosebery Festival (Axemen, Bushmen, Miners, Blarney) – February/March long-weekend.  See also http://www.westernwilderness.com.au/rosebery_tasmania

St Patrick’s Day festival – Westbury- weekend near St Patrick’s Day, March.

Mt Roland Folklore Festival

Fleadh Ceol - weekend of Irish music in March each year

Ten Days on the Island - Tasmanian international arts festival in March every second year, which often includes folk acts