# Event Details - **Event Name**: Contemporary and Traditional Folk - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 10:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for this special programmed event that brings together 3 very distinct and individual artists to The HopBarn.About this EventResiding in Warwickshire, Lauren South is an accomplished singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist renowned for her original compositions and traditional melodies. With the accompaniment of tenor guitar, fiddle, and shruti box, her songs exude heartfelt emotion and vivid imagery, drawing inspiration from her passion for the nocturnal heavens, the natural world, and her journey through motherhood. Lauren’s debut solo album, Tiny Boat, was released in November 2023 to critical acclaim, with tracks featuring on FATEA’s Spring Showcase 2024, BBC Lincolnshire and Shropshire folk shows, and BBC Introducing.Beyond her solo endeavours, Lauren is an enthusiastic collaborator and is often found playing alongside John Parker (double bass) and Keith Donnelly (guitar).Lauren is also a regular performer on the UK folk circuit and has been playing folk festival main stages since 2019.‘I love Lauren's voice! It has a distinctive and unique beauty that allows her to turn every word she sings into a kind of magic formula.’ - Reg Meuross‘Enthralling, intricate, pure crystal vocal lines… some of the most beautifully melodic vocal lines I’ve heard.’ - The Woodman Folk ClubWith countless blooms of first-rate songs and an infectious personality on stage it's no wonder Becky Syson is highly received by audiences and promoters alike. She’s a highly versatile and experienced performer - doing everything from Weddings to Live Music Meditation Sessions, to Festival Performances, to Pub Gigs to Parties.Becky has been featured on BBC Radio Nottingham and Lincoln, BBC Music Introducing East Midlands, Gigged with Jake Bugg, and Performed at Festivals across the country including Green Man, Latitude, Beardy Folk Festival, Bear Grylls Gone Wild Festivals, Orbit Wellbeing Festival, Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place Festival and many more. Internationally Becky has performed at Auckland Folk Festival in New Zealand, Christchurch Folk Club and performed at the iconic Mussel Inn at Onekaka, Golden Bay New Zealand. She has supported the likes of Phil Campbell, Martha Tilston, Lucy Ward, Lotte Mullan, Amy Studt, Brian Houston, Keith Donnelly, Lauren South, Erin Mansfield and Bram Taylor.‘Becky Syson is the Mike Tyson of Singers - her voice really packs a punch!’‘Becky Syson is an incredible artist; We love what she does’ Dean Jackson, BBC Music Introducing East Midlands.Dave Fletcher has been involved In folk music for over fifty years and performed in clubs and festivals throughout the country. Said to possess one of the best voices in folk music he is known as a fine interpreter of song and any evening with Dave will provide many choruses for audience participation. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/southwell/contemporary-and-traditional-folk/100001978716374943 - **Event Categories**: festivals, music, entertainment, art, performances, live-music, health-wellness, fine-arts, meditation, music-festivals, parties - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 15.87, max: 15.87, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Southwell - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The HopBarn - **lat**: 53.0879012 - **long**: -0.9235752999999999 - **full address**: The HopBarn, Upton Road, Southwell, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Contemporary and Traditional Folk - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/8d372a1363a0ae537e1b796486feb50492de91c469b024dda575a5310215a6eb-rimg-w1200-h637-dc040404-gmir.jpg?v=1766744342 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Contemporary and Traditional Folk being held? - **A:** Contemporary and Traditional Folk takes place on Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 10:30 pm at The HopBarn, Upton Road, Southwell, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Contemporary and Traditional Folk? - **A:** Contemporary and Traditional Folk is organized by The HopBarn. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Contemporary and Traditional Folk is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Southwell, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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