Lucy Hewson (violin) and Matthew Greswell (cello) perform Zoltán Kodály’s breathtaking duo. Immersed in Hungarian folk music from an early age, Kodály later collected and transcribed folk music with Béla Bartók in the early years of the 20th Century. His fabulous 1914 duo combines these traditions with his Western musical training in Paris and the […]

Bringing an unrivalled authority to the performance of the string quartet repertoire, the Brodsky Quartet have performed over 3,500 concerts on the major stages of the world. With a programme featuring popular masterworks by Bach, Beethoven and Ravel, experience world-class musicianship in the intimate setting of Chantry Church.

UK banjo player, Kate Griffin, and Mozambique multi-instrumentalist, Matchume Zango, are forging a new cross-cultural collaboration celebrating the universal power of traditional music. They bring echoes of their respective traditions to a vibrant new sound described by Songlines Magazine as "a rich blend of world rhythms, contemporary songwriting and playful joy."

Join the OpenStoryTellers Wellbeing Group for an interactive performance workshop where you'll journey through a magical sensory landscape to uncover the "wellbeing crystal." Enjoy simple activities like chair dance, yoga, guided relaxation, and song that are suitable for all. This fun, inspiring workshop will leave you feeling joyful, relaxed, and refreshed!

Richard Pinnock and Gareth Burgess present a programme of sumptuous songs from the early 20th-century Elizabethan revival, including cycles by Roger Quilter and Ivor Gurney, a bouquet of songs by Peter Warlock, and piano music by Herbert Howells and others.

Exploring radical approaches to designing an ethical and regenerative future for materials an fashion, while addressing the challenges posed by our current modes of consumption. Includes live music, exhibitions and panel discussions to inspire meaningful solutions within the world of textiles.

Sofars are cosy, enchanting and eclectic pop-up musical evenings, where guests are encouraged to set aside their phones and fully immerse themselves in the three surprise, high quality acts. The secret venue, in a private location in central Frome, is typically off-limits to the public and revealed just 36 hours in advance.

Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club comes to Frome with a stunning collection of music and stories. Curated by the club's musical director, the show features songs inspired by jazz greats who have graced the Ronnie Scott's stage, alongside anecdotes and stories from the club's incredible history. A sparkling celebration of the musical legacy of the legendary […]

Get ready for an unforgettable night hosted by drag queen Kiki Babs! Featuring an acrobatic glow show from Ember Elation, live music from Sweet Machine and the Frome Show Choir, a DJ set by Tashphrodisiac, and adult comedy from Robert Garnham that'll have your wigs flying! And dress to impress - because audience participation is […]

Organ music by composers with names beginning with letters from E to I, following last year's 'Alphabet 1' recital by Ann Burgess. This varied programme includes works by Elgar, Franck, Guilmant, Handel and Ireland.

Oakfield Choir presents selections from one of the most loved works ever written: Handel's Messiah. With orchestra and soloists, directed by Neil Moore, they will be singing all the main choruses and favourite solos.

Musicke in the Ayre return to the Silk Mill with another delicious slice of the early Baroque, served by their trio of sopranos supported by archlute and baroque guitar, this time with a French flavour. Sacred motets by Charpentier will contrast with secular pieces by Lully and Lambert, written to entertain the Versailles Court.

'Wasted degree in opera. Teacher's Pet. Born in Kent, raised in Japan. Amy's new show is a witty musical comedy about bringing your heartfelt teenage lyrics to life. Come along for a deep dive into a disastrous and hilarious series of events in this messy modern world. Expect bangers.

Songwriter Daisy and violinist Sue perform dark historical stories through voice, piano, and violin. Their show blends beauty with humour, telling tales of forgotten women, creepy Victorian poems, and more. With Daisy's stunning vocals and Sue's violin, the Daisy Chapman Duo offers a captivating, unforgettable performance. Prepare to be moved.

Kanekt are a diverse group of musicians united by their passion for each other's craft, founded by John Robertson (guitar) and Ricky Romain (sitar). Together, they bridge their musical diversity, with Karen Wilmhurst on clarinet and Sudhi Salooja on violin, creating a unique blend of sounds and styles. Doors 7pm.

With the best of the best from our regular Jazz evenings, we'll be having a Jazz showdown with some of the finest names in British Jazz. Come grab a cocktail, and enjoy The Lotte's Jazz All Stars perform a spectacular evening of Jazz.

This husband and wife team present a feast of musical delights including works by Schubert, Dvorak and Debussy.

Dust off those dancing shoes and join us for some family fun in your best costume! Whether you come as your favourite character or just as spectacular as possible, come and join in our dancing and games. Adults go free with every child's ticket.

Enjoy the glories of a traditional Choral Evensong in the magnificent Parish Church of St John the Baptist. Sung by the choir of St John’s, this evensong will include music by Tallis and his contemporaries to complement Frome Festival’s theme of our town’s rich heritage in the textile industry.

Close your eyes and be transported to Paris with Fifi La Mer and Ollie, an acclaimed duo performing French music, filled with mystery, romance, and heartache. This charismatic show is complemented by a glass of wine and canapés from Bistro Lotte. Tables can be booked for supper after.

Last year, The Tin Church enjoyed a last-minute musical event with BenBen from Brooklyn and his musical friends. The audience loved them so much that they have been invited back for 2025. Expect a magical evening from this orchestral fantasy-folk rock group from New York, illuminated by the candles of the atmospheric Tin Church. Refreshments […]

Sian M. Williams' delightfully quirky tale of a village folk club and its devotees who live in a comfortable and anarchic past, set deep in the Mendip Hills, until hauled unwillingly into a tricky present following an accident at the old quarry where their club is housed. Readings accompanied by live folk music.

An evening of experimental improvised music from three of Frome's leading musicians. Laura Jurd (trumpet) blends primal jazz and folk, Robert Plant collaborator Dave Smith (drums) fuses African rhythms with European jazz, and Joseph Hyde uses lo-fi analogue electronics, building on experience composing for dance companies such as Rambert Dance.

Best known as the harpist for Florence + The Machine, Tom Moth presents a rare performance of solo work juxtaposing the sublime with the jarring. With electronic effects and soundscapes, he pushes the harp into new sonic realms. Support from alt-folk violinist and songwriter boci, who uses loops and effects pedals to craft intricate, layered […]

The Celtic and Transatlantic Sessions encompasses both Celtic traditional and old time American, bluegrass and gospel tunes. The songs will get your feet a tappin' and hips a swayin'. From Jigs, reels and polkas to tunes from the Appalachian Mountains, it's sure to be a lively night of fine folk-ery in this legendary pub!

The annual hodgepodge of ukulele-based musical joy. Put away your sling-backs and put on your dancing shoes. It's summer and the time is right for grooving in the street…or the pub. Grab a glass, sing your heart out and wallow in your guilty pleasure. The revolution starts here.

Multi award winning British pianist Nicola Meecham presents an exciting programme featuring Beethoven's totemic Appassionata Sonata, a selection from Janacek's 'On an Overgrown Path' and Chopin's Mazurka in A flat major Op 59 No 2 and Ballade No 4 in F minor Op 52. Nicola's playing has been described as "sensational" (Gramophone).

Three wonderful jazz acts curated by Francis Moore, who has performed with musicians including Shabaka Hutchings. Laura Jurd is a trailblazing trumper who'll perform a selection of new music. JPQ are a versatile jazz quartet whose unique sound blends original compositions, well-loved jazz standards & hidden gems. Francis Moore joins Archie Ttwheam, who has played […]

Join Geoff Robb, winner of the Brighton Fringe Live Music Award, for an evening of magical storytelling and virtuoso guitar that promises to transport you out into the woods. Inspired by the wonder of the natural world, 'The Music of Trees' weaves together storytelling, woodland folklore and mythology with a suite of original and new […]

Straight from the heart of Los Angeles, Heathen Apostles deliver a haunting blend of Gothic Americana, dark roots, and gothic country. This supergroup features former members of iconic bands like The Cramps, Radio Noir, Kings of Nythin', and Christian Death.

Having crossed paths across the UK, Jon Armor Trio decided to join forces in 2022 and indulge in their mutual love of blues and funk, delivering high-energy sets across the land. Promoting their brand-new album 'The Turnaround', which perfectly captures the band's dynamic sound, Jon Amor Trio are making waves throughout the UK and Europe.

After deep-diving into the world of British folk song and classical music, Madeleine Athané-Best (Master's student at the Paris Conservatoire) fell in love with its unique personality. Accompanied by her friend Mathilde Nguyen, experience this sound world through music by Rebecca Clarke, Benjamin Britten, Frank Bridge, George Benjamin and Ralph Vaughan Williams.

R U ready for Karenoke? Nail that high note or risk Karen's infamous put downs as this diva has a reputation. A karaoke night to end all karaoke nights. Dress as your least favourite Karen, sing your heart out and prepare for a dose of reality. The truth hurts hun. Live with it.

They come from Frome (mostly) and they love a festival. So, like hello! Lumley play Frome Festival 2025. Join them for "some" hits, more misses, and bits in between from the '90s indie pop bargain bin. Support from Frome FM's The Indie Sessions DJs during the night. Gert lush.

An evening with multi-talented British-Palestinian musician Reem Kelani, accompanied by pianist Bruno Heinen. Reem encloses a nation in her voice, fusing the rich songbook of the Middle East with contemporary jazz practices. It's hard to find a more poignant figure of musical unity right now. Doors 7:30pm.

Join us on an atmospheric tour by candlelight around our church, for an immersive experience of meditation, light, music and stories that this ancient church has to share with us. At the end of the evening, you are invited to join the choir for compline - a short service of quietness and reflection.

Ever wished you could play an instrument for your child? Join this heartwarming parent & child music session where you'll learn to play nursery rhymes with ease using the Numbiano App on your smartphone or tablet. Enjoy beginner-friendly guidance in a cosy atmosphere and bond with your child through the joy of music-making.

Jellyfish Theatre roll up with their enchanting family show. Come and meet the Shoemaker and his hilarious elf helpers in this heartwarming tale of kindness told by three brilliant actors, packed with puppetry, laughter and original music. Adapted from a traditional tale by the Brothers Grimm. Funded by Frome Town Council.

A celebration of the sounds of Ireland, Scotland, and Appalachia. Bring the family to afternoon campfire sessions with live music, workshops, food, and drinks. As night falls, two thrilling bands take the stage - Crossing The Rockies and Meeting At Crossroads bring infectious, foot-stomping energy. Get ready to dance, cheer, and soak in the magic!

Jellyfish Theatre roll up with their enchanting family show. Come and meet the Shoemaker and his hilarious elf helpers in this heartwarming tale of kindness told by three brilliant actors, packed with puppetry, laughter and original music. Adapted from a traditional tale by the Brothers Grimm. Funded by Frome Town Council.

Head down to The Station for an all-day celebration of great food, drink and music. Enjoy sets from The Daan Temmink Jazz Trio, Kevin Brown Blues and guest DJ's playing afrobeat, funk and 7-inch rares until late. Explore the excellent selection of culinary delights from across the complex, with a tap take over from Woodshedding […]

Christ Church Singers and conductor Alan Burgess present two contrasting choral masterworks; Mozart's Vesperae solennes de confessore, including the famous Laudate Dominum with soprano solo, and Zoltan Kodaly's powerful & mystical Missa Brevis, composed in the shadow of the Second World War.

Join eminent whistorian Virginia Saggers on a silent disco tour of Frome, celebrating the town's rich heritage with a tapestry of stories woven with modern music & dancing. A blend of improvised comedy & surreal stream of consciousness scriptwriting, tickling the beige underbelly of the town. Contains adult themes and some strong language.

Join eminent whistorian Virginia Saggers on a silent disco tour of Frome, celebrating the town's rich heritage with a tapestry of stories woven with modern music & dancing. A blend of improvised comedy & surreal stream of consciousness scriptwriting, tickling the beige underbelly of the town. Contains adult themes and some strong language.

Tom Veck returns with a comedy music show full of energy, weirdness, and creativity. Following rave reviews and a hugely successful show at the Merlin Theatre, he brings unexpected songs, bizarre true stories, and his legendary Confessional Music Box. Expect surprises, silliness, and possibly a prize in the Naffle. Not suitable for children.

Known for their captivating live shows, this folk and roots quartet blends emotive vocals, harmonies, and intricate rhythms. Having toured globally they return to the Frome Festival to play songs from their albums and latest release, Celebrate. Expect an uplifting performance with acoustic guitars, mandolin, flutes, and percussion.

Jazz pianist and composer John Law's new duo with brilliant London guitarist Ant Law (no relation!). Interweaving guitar and piano lines, lush melodies and textures, and pulsing rhythms. Come and hear one of the UK's leading contemporary guitarists, a globe-trotting superstar of the UK jazz scene, Concert kindly supported by All Instruments, Westbury.

Guitarist Neil Smith leads this instrumental trio featuring truly exceptional drummer Matthew Jones & multitalented bassist Alex Heane. With influences ranging from African, motorik, funk & systems music to John Scofield & Thurston Moore, you're in for an angular, pointy, and occasionally hard 'n' heavy treat.

Sian & Rob Colquhoun are an acoustic duo based in the South West. They perform a lively, toetapping selection of old-time country music and bluegrass. With close harmonies accompanied on guitar, mandolin, clawhammer banjo, autoharp and harmonica, these dynamic performers are skilled interpreters of songs and tunes calling on a rich tradition encompassing their own […]

A six piece all-original rock band with folk instruments, which apparently confuses the hell out of people trying to fit them neatly into a genre. Comparisons are sometimes made with The Waterboys, Pogues and Levellers, but there's a distinctive and authentic tone to the band that's all their own.

Jackdaws Songbirds are feeling good to be singing! They have tales to tell: songs of seas, rivers, fields and factories, ditties from way across the globe to right here in Frome. What more could you want? Oh yes: heavenly homemade treats and teas. Retiring collection for Jackdaws Educational Trust.

Balfolk is a variety of traditional and modern dances to the folk music of continental Europe, including ceilidh-style dances, Bourrées, Mazurkas, Waltzes, and Schottisches. The Frome Balfolk musicians play clarinets, fiddles, flutes, guitars, and bouzouki with dancing encouraged for everyone. No booking required and donations are welcome.

The Pete Gage Blues Quartet returns to the Festival with its unique blend of blues and gospel, all topped off with Pete's inimitable gritty vocals and his loyal band of Bristol based musicians.

Mells Summer Opera returns in the beautiful venue of St Andrew's Church to perform one of the baroque era's most wonderful works: Henry Purcell's The Fairy Queen. Enjoy a picnic in the beautiful Walled Garden during the interval.

Rokia Koné, one of Mali's most beloved artists and a member of supergroup Les Amazones d'Afrique, blends griot-infused vocals with Malian guitar and West African percussive pulse, reconnecting with her roots. The concert opens with master Moroccan gnawa musician Mohamed Errebbaa's captivating trance vocals and guembri accompaniment.

A Russian-themed programme by Frome Symphony, directed by Mark Gateshill, features Shostakovich's exhilarating Festive Overture and Prokofiev's powerful 5th Symphony, a wartime masterpiece blending grandeur. Arabella Thornton, a talented local young violinist, is the soloist in Mozart's Violin Concerto No.4, a piece rich in elegance and virtuosity.