Meet the committee – John Taylor
John has been involved with Worcester Music Festival since its inception in 2008, and a member of the committee since 2009. Ever since then he has been in charge of folk music at the festival. His interest in folk music began in the late 1950’s (we know, he doesn’t look old enough!) and early 1960’s […]
Folk at Worcester Music Festival

Every year, Worcester Music Festival includes a packed programme of folk events. Promoter John Taylor gives us an insight into the ‘folk face’ of the festival… Each year Worcester Music Festival attracts more and more applications from folk musicians. So much so that it is now one of the most subscribed to genres. Starting off in a […]
Join our Musicians Masterclass

Back to Bands Workshop Worcester Music Festival is only possible thanks to the musicians that give up their time to play for free. And this year we want to give something back – that’s why this year’s FREE workshop programme includes a special session aimed at anyone pursuing a career as a professional musician. Contracts, […]
What a line-up of FREE workshops

From a drum clinic with demos, battles and jams to computer sound sequencing, Worcester Music Festival 2014 is gearing up to be a veritable playground of workshops for the budding musician. This year’s FREE workshop programme, an integral part of the annual festival, includes 14 interactive workshops. – which takes place from 29-31 August in venues […]
Learn to Dance at Worcester Music Festival 2014

Strictly come workshops This year’s festival programme boasts 14 free workshops, including dance taster sessions, introductory sessions to learn new instruments and jamming sessions for more experienced musicians. Here is an overview of the dance workshops. More information, including times, dates and venues will be published soon…. Belly Dance for Beginners Master some basic […]
Make your own music at our 2014 workshops

Get off on the right key … with our musical workshops This year’s festival programme boasts 14 free workshops, including dance taster sessions, introductory sessions to learn new instruments and jamming sessions for more experienced musicians. Here is an overview of the music related workshops. More information, including times, dates and venues will be published […]