Ham Marquee Lunchtime Concerts
The first names from the 2018 line-up will be announced and Super Early Bird Tickets will go on sale on Monday 11th December. Stay tuned!
The centrepiece of concerts at the festival, the Ham Marquee provides a comfortable seated-venue for three first class concerts each day.
Download the 2017 Full Programme here.
Ham Lunchtime Concerts: 12noon
Sun 6th August
Sing Like A Bloke Workshop with The Spooky Men’s Chorale
Stephen Taberner and his trusted henchmen share secrets from the spooky lexicon, including getting in touch with your inner 22 stone tribal chieftain, how to sob like a man, and how to look good in profile.
Mon 7th August
Crows plus Peter & Barbara Snape
Return of 80s folk favourites Crows with new line-up Mick Ryan, James Patterson, Dave Bordewey and Paul Downes, taking over from the much-missed Ralph Jordan. Plus Lancashire-based traditional British folk music duo Peter & Barbara Snape.
Tues 8th August
Cream Of Cornwall: The Changing Room plus Didjan
Original folk music from Looe-based folk band The Changing Room (Sam Kelly and Tanya Brittain), delivering award-winning songs in English and Cornish Language. Didjan (Richard Trethewey and Becca Applebee) sing, play fiddle and mandola and Crowdy Crawn (Cornish drum).
Weds 9th August
Leveret plus Rosie Hood
Leveret features three of England’s finest folk musicians in an exciting collaboration. Andy Cutting, Sam Sweeney and Rob Harbron are each regarded as masters of their instrument and, together, their performances combine consummate musicianship, compelling delivery and captivating spontaneity. Plus young traditional folk singer Rosie Hood.
Thurs 10th August
Zulu Tradition plus Luascadh
From KwaZulu Natal, Zulu Tradition show the vibrancy of Zulu culture and heritage through traditional drama, song and dance. Plus Irish music, song and dance performance group based in the Midlands.
Fri 11th August
Festival Workshop Showcase
A chance to see the fruits of some of the week’s workshops.