Folkestone Music in May Festival 2023

Folkestones First ART GIG: GRAMN. presented by Tapped In

The Last Friday of the month is a highlight in Folkestone’s cultural calendar – where the creative community share a carnival of creative carry-ons in venues along Tontine and the Old High Street. Soulful avante-pop trio GRAMN. are no strangers to Folkestone, having written and recorded all their music in a studio near the harbour. For the Last Friday of April GRAMN. have teamed up with artist collective Tapped In to bring you a multidisciplinary art-gig. Like Kandinsky for whom each colour bore an intrinsic sound, artists have made work in response to GRAMN.’s music which will be exhibited before an exclusive performance of the band’s new material. Punctuated by the cheapest bar on the street, this will be a night of joined perception to remember. Imagine Sault featuring Solange covering Bill Withers songs at the golden hour surrounded by fresh artwork from some of the UK’s best new talent. Gallery will open to the public from 5 – 7pm Reopening for GRAMN. ticket holders at 8pm with DJ and Bar

Stephen Bridgland Trio

The Sunset Session at the Lighthouse Tasting Rooms with live music from Stephen Bridgland

JAZZIE B Dj set @ The Chambers, Folkestone

Controlled Voltage – Live electronic music showcase

Have you been missing a night in Folkestone were you can go to have a drink and dance away to the early hours with your friends. Well, look no further, because that’s exactly what this event is intended for. We’ve gathered some of the best electronic music artists locally, to entertain you for the evening. And what’s even better, is that this event is totally FREE. So don’t delay, add this date to your diaries. Your support is very much appreciated, and could lead to further events. We’ll see you on the dancefloor.

Folkestone Music Lab

Folkestone Music Lab is a creative space for young people aged 11-19 to work on band development, music technology and production, singing and instrumental skills, song writing and more. No matter what your style, ability or interest – you might be a budding sound engineer, want to play jazz, rock or classical music – we will make every effort to provide for you. If we don’t have what you want, tell us and we will provide it! The Music Lab is committed to Youth Voice and we want our members to have a big say in how it develops and what it does each week. All sessions are supported by a team of professional tutors and pastoral staff who are passionate about music and helping young musicians develop their skills. musiccentres@kent-music.com

Folkestone Junior Choir

Experience singing a wide range of repertoire in a variety of genres and styles under the supportive guidance of tutor Helen. Meet other young singers and build self-confidence and skills in a fun environment at regular Saturday sessions. Each session will include warmups, musicianship games, technique practice and lots of singing repertoire, as well as breaks for snacks and socialising. Young singers will explore  a variety of music skills including harmony singing, notation, and more through fun games and activities! Members will have regular chances to perform weekly in sessions, and we’ll also be looking for exciting local performance and collaboration projects. musiccentres@kent-music.com

Wrender

Fred Baxter live at the Tasting Rooms!

Gala Military Concert

The Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment Band, supported by The Military Wives Choir are putting on this concert in aid of The Soldiers Charity.