Jon Boden: A Folk Song A Day

Jon Boden, the English folk singer and former Bellowhead frontman, brings his ambitious project A Folk Song A Day to Shipley. The project saw him record and release a folk song every day for a full year, resulting in 12 digital albums. Attendees can expect a performance rooted in the rich tradition of English folk music, with Boden drawing from his vast repertoire of daily recordings.

The atmosphere promises to be intimate and engaging, as Boden shares songs that range from traditional ballads like "Barbara Allen" and "Tam Lin" to more contemporary folk pieces. His goal has always been to promote social singing and provide inspiration for others, making this a unique opportunity to experience a living archive of folk music.

For fans of English folk music, this is a rare chance to see Boden perform songs from his celebrated project live. The event offers a deep dive into the folk tradition, with Boden's passionate delivery and storytelling bringing each song to life.