Which Instruments are in the ensemble?
Accordian, fiddle, cello, Appalachian Dulcimer, trombone, guitar, ukulele, clarinet
What is the required standard to be in the ensemble?
General fluency on instrument
Which instruments are needed at the moment?
Any instruments welcome, apart from drums
Examples of repertoire played / genre of music
Folk tunes from Britain and European countries. Traditional music from anywhere is potential
What is the concert dress?
Smart and colourful
Recent highlights for the Greater Northern Folk Ensemble:
Performances all over the place, busking at Festival of Making, performing at Witton Greenhouses and performances at Victoria Hall
Other information
All music is learnt by ear
All music is arranged by the ensemble
Multi-generational group so all ages welcome