Country Dance & Song Society

Symmetry ECD Tuesdays
2026-02-17 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-24 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-03 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-10 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-17 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-24 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-31 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-07 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) and 7 more dates | ONLINE
Symmetry began with a group of friends offering online ECD during the pandemic, and we see no reason to stop now! In addition to weekly Sunday dances with caller Sharon Spangler, Symmetry’s Tuesday dances feature a variety of callers, a mix of faces from the U.K. and the U.S. The dances are slightly adapted for online presentation. Symmetry enjoys live music at least twice a month from the versatile U.K. duo Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer. More info and the link to join the dances are available on the Symmetry ECD website.

Pagoda Project
2026-02-20 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
We’re delighted to welcome the Pagoda Project to the Live to your Living Room stage as part of our exciting 2026 programme of music.
Folk and jazz are two surprisingly similar genres, both rooted in tradition and culture, and Pagoda Project brings a show that effortlessly blends the two together.
What to expect:
Pagoda Project draws on its deep talent and knowledge of jazz and folk to create a show that’s both comfortingly familiar and excitingly new and dynamic.
Expect bold, brave music and lots of improvisation, with plenty of humour along the way.
About the artists
Pagoda Project is a collaboration between Paul Hutchinson (accordion) and Karen Wimhurst (clarinet), recently joined by Hannah Cumming (violin, vocals).
Experts in their respective instruments, the trio specialise in a fusion sound, bringing together a unique blend of traditional folk music and jazz improvisation.
My oh my, were these guys good. Somerset rural soul flowed in a playful and inclusive way. Carrying on the folk tradition with guts, love and oodles of talent and togetherness—Millhouse Arts Centre and Café
About the Gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.

Symmetry ECD Sundays
2026-02-22 14:00, 2026-03-01 14:00, 2026-03-08 14:00, 2026-03-15 14:00 (America/New_York)
Symmetry began with a group of friends offering online ECD during the pandemic, and we see no reason to stop now! Join caller Sharon Spangler each Sunday at 2pm Eastern for an hour-long program of dances. The dances are modified to fit the zoom format and work well for one or two dancers. A “pin for 4” screen with instructions for groups of 4 or more is provided.
We also offer ECD every Tuesday at 2pm Eastern, and every first Thursday at 7pm Eastern. These dances feature a variety of different callers from the U.K. and the U.S. There is also live music several times per month, played by the dynamic U.K. duo Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer.
More info and the link to join the dance are available on our website.

Bob Fox
2026-02-22 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
We’re delighted to welcome one of the UK’s most iconic folk voices to the Live to your Living Room stage—Bob Fox.
With half a century of experience performing, touring, and songwriting, Bob is truly a master of his craft.
What to expect: Good folk music always tells a tale, and Bob is one of the best at performing songs of love, joy, work, and humour, weaving the rich experiences of his life into the narrative.
Expect a wealth of beautiful, warm music old and new, including songs from War Horse and the BBC New Radio Ballads series.
About the artist
Born in County Durham, Bob Fox taught himself guitar and started singing in folk clubs while training to qualify as a teacher.
Bob has gone on to have an exciting career, collaborating and touring with icons including ex-Hedgehog Pie’s Stu Luckley, Ralph McTell, and Richard Thompson, as well as performing the role of Songman in the West End production of War Horse.
One of the scenes’ superior singers, his voice as confident and ebullient as ever! Folk Roots
About the Gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.

Mikey Kenney
2026-02-26 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
Celebrate the end of winter and the start of spring with an invigorating performance from the talented Mikey Kenney.
Mikey will be showcasing songs from his latest album Tiny Little Light, as well as music from his extensive back catalogue.
What to expect: If you’re a fan of traditional, fiddle-led folk with a modern, experimental edge, this is the gig for you.
Mikey takes influences from many genres of music including jazz, bluegrass, and psychedelia, resulting in recognisable tunes with a contemporary, engaging, and exciting twist.
About the artist
Mikey Kenney is a fiddle player, multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and composer from Liverpool.
As well as being a skilled solo musician, he is in high demand as a session musician, having worked with folk luminaries including Emily Portman, Jon Wilks, and Johnny Campbell.
This is magical, medicinal music that defies labels and borders—Liverpool Echo
About the Gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.

Salt House
2026-03-03 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
We’re delighted to welcome folk trio Salt House as they return to the Live to Your Living Room stage.
Following a busy 2025 touring and recording, Salt House will be playing a curated selection of songs from their vast discography, as well as new favourites.
What to expect: Haunting, ethereal, peaceful music which draws upon the beauty of nature.
Salt House are experts in making new songs feel comforting and traditional, and making old songs feel bright and contemporary.
About the artist
Salt House consists of Ewan MacPherson (vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar), Anna Hughes (vocals, fiddle, viola, tenor guitar) and Jenny Sturgeon (vocals, keys, guitar).
Influenced by the landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, Northumberland, and the Shetland Islands, the band effortlessly blends traditional ballads and contemporary rhythms to create music that makes you stop, reflect, and connect with the world around you.
A gentle, lulling delight – The Guardian
About the gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.

Symmetry ECD First Thursday Dance
2026-03-05 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-04-02 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-05-07 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Symmetry began with a group of friends offering online ECD during the pandemic, and we see no reason to stop now! In addition to weekly Sunday dances with caller Sharon Spangler, and Tuesday dances with a variety of U.K. and U.S. callers, Symmetry also offers a monthly evening dance on the first Thursday. Current caller is Dan Gillespie from the D.C. area, but other guest callers are possible. Dances are slightly adapted for online presentation. More info and the link to join the dances are available on the Symmetry ECD website.

Peter's Field - Sean Cooney, Rowan Reinghans, Sam Carter
2026-03-16 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
We’re delighted to present an epic musical chronicle that tells the story of one of the most significant turning points in UK political history—Peter’s Field.
Written and performed by The Young’uns Sean Cooney with Rowan Rheingans and Sam Carter, Peter’s Field is a compelling performance which recounts the day of the Peterloo Massacre in Manchester and the harrowing events that followed.
What to expect: Sean Cooney is highly accomplished at telling the untold stories of the working class, such as The Ballad of Johnny Longstaff.
With 19 original songs and an enthralling spoken narrative drawn from hundreds of eyewitness accounts, Peter’s Field is a beautifully told story, both inspirational and tragic at the same time.
About the artists
Sean Cooney is a songwriter, radio presenter, and folk singer, best known for his work in the award-winning folk trio, The Young’uns.
Rowan Rheingans is a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, best known for her work with Lady Maisery and The Rheingans Sisters.
Sam Carter is a guitarist and singer-songwriter who has released six solo albums and has played alongside Jim Moray as part of the folk-rock duo False Lights.
Peter’s Field is an astonishing work…a compelling, passionate performance, radio-ballad-like, evocative and haunting—Songlines
About the Gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.

Steve Knightley
2026-03-22 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
We’re delighted to welcome legendary folk musician Steve Knightley to the Live to your Living Room stage, as he performs his beautiful new show Sanctuary: Songs in Sacred Spaces.
Enjoy stunning, immersive, atmospheric music, written and performed specifically for churches, chapels, and historic venues.
Steve will be accompanied by special guest Dan Salvatore, known for his meditative handpan work.
What to expect: This will be a very special performance, honing in on the relationship between song, space and listener.
Ambient, resonant and above all, beautiful, there’ll be a focus on strong storytelling and songs about history and location.
About the artist
Steve Knightley is an award-winning singer-songwriter, named Songwriter of the Nineties by Tom Robinson on behalf of BBC Radio 6 Music.
Steve is best known for his work with Phil Beer as part of the acoustic folk duo Show of Hands, as well as his anti-banking anthem, Arrogance, Ignorance, and Greed.
Some of the best songs written in the last twenty years – Mark Radcliffe
All of our events are available to watch back for 72 hours. A link will be sent automatically to all ticket holders after the event has taken place and the recording has been uploaded.
About the gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.

Laura Wilkie & Ian Carr
2026-04-11 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
We love a good collaboration at Live to your Living Room, and we’re delighted to announce that Laura Wilkie and Ian Carr will be taking to the stage for us in April.
Celebrating Laura’s debut album Vent, this creative and energising show is the perfect gig to bring you into the spring.
What to expect: Both Laura and Ian are versatile, passionate, and eclectic performers, making this show an exciting must-see if you’re a fan of Celtic folk.
As well as showcasing Vent, expect some traditional folk tunes as well as a lively mix of songs from Laura and Ian’s respective back catalogues.
About the artists
Laura Wilkie is a fiddle player hailing from Tain in the Highlands of Scotland. She is a solo artist and a founding member of Celtic jazz band Fat-Suit.
Laura released her solo debut album Vent in 2024, a collection of waulking songs, work songs sung for centuries by women in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.
Vent screams confidence from start to finish. There are surprises and delights throughout its nine tracks that will demand many listens, each bringing something new – KLOF magazine
Ian Carr is a guitarist and record producer, playing guitar on Vent.
As well as being a solo artist and talented multi-instrumentalist, Ian has played alongside folk luminaries including Kate Rusby, Roy Bailey, Chris Wood, and Andy Cutting.
The most innovative… and sympathetic guitarist that Britain has produced in years, in any genre – fRoots
All of our events are available to watch back for 72 hours. A link will be sent automatically to all ticket holders after the event has taken place and the recording has been uploaded.
About the gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.

Ranagri
2026-04-24 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
This hybrid gig is being livestreamed in partnership with our friends at The Met in Bury. Tickets to watch it in person at The Met are available here.
We’re pleased to welcome critically-acclaimed folk quartet Ranagri to the Live to your Living Room stage as part of our 2026 programme of events.
Well-loved on the festival scene, as well as drawing huge crowds across the UK and Europe, come and see why Ranagri is such a stand-out act!
What to expect: Ranagri plays with such unbridled passion—whether you’re watching at a festival or at home, you’ll be up and dancing in no time at all!
As well as exceptional musicianship, Ranagri specialises in thought-provoking lyrics, skilfully delving into current world topics and deftly playing with politics.
About the artists
An award-winning Anglo-Irish folk band, Ranagri consists of Dónal Rogers, Eliza Marshall, Eleanor Dunsdon, and Jordan Murray.
Highly skilled in unique and mesmerising instrumentation including the bouzouki, bodhrán, and hammered dulcimer, Ranagri has been captivating audiences around the world with its live performances for over a decade.
Echoes of Pentangle, Jethro Tull, and new Celtic folk sounds cemented by strong contemporary songwriting—RTÉ
They’re a really serious proposition live—Mark Radcliffe
About the Gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.
