Miranda Dodd (baroque violin and recorder), Matthew Dodd (baroque bassoon) and Matthew Nisbet (archlute, theorbo and baroque guitar) formed Ebble Baroque to share their love of Renaissance and Baroque music. Discover works from well-known composers such as Telemann, Handel and Bach, alongside less familiar names such as Zamboni and Stradella, all masters of this wonderfully […]
Do you know your St. Aldhelm from your Saint Agur? Pull together a team of four players and settle in for a lively night of trivia! this annual fixture of the Frome Festival is the culmination of the popular monthly quizzes across the year – only with fabulous prizes! All proceeds go towards Frome Festival.This […]
Journey through the sounds and colours of Inner Asia from Tibet to the steppes. Experience Singing Bowls, Mongolian Khöömii overtone voicing and music alongside Tibetan monastic chant and magnificent masked dance. A performance of voice, instruments, rhythm and movement introducing ancient traditions, sacred music and ritual storytelling. This event is part of Frome Festival.
Curated by acclaimed Frome-based jazz pianist John Law, enjoy a sparkling programme of top class jazz musicians living in and around Frome. Blow away the Monday evening blues with three steaming quartets – Steve Mathers, Martin Kolarides and Iain Ballamy (with Laura Jurd and Sam Crockatt turning up somewhere unexpected!). Supported by All Instruments, Westbury. […]
Looking for something new to try? Why not give bowls a shot, a sport for any age and ability. An experienced bowler will be on hand to give you some guidance and will have you bowling within a matter of minutes. Please wear flat shoes, all other equipment will be provided.This event is part of […]
Over three days, Tibetan monks from Tashi Lhunpo Monastery make a Peace Mandala, representing a Buddha’s earthly palace using millions of grains of coloured sand. Watch the intricate design build up from the dedication ceremony. The most intriguing and intricate example of the Vajrayana tradition of Tibetan Buddhism is the construction of the Sand Mandala. […]
Songs and a story for children aged 1 – 3 and their parents/carers, at Frome Library every Tuesday. Takes place from 10am – 10:30am and is free to attend with your little ones. Keep an eye on Frome Library’s Facebook page for updates, session cancellations and more information.
Experience the final ritual when the peace mandala, created by the monks from Tashi Lhunpo Monastery using millions of grains of coloured sand, is dismantled and scattered into the waters of the River Frome. The most intriguing and intricate example of the Vajrayana tradition of Tibetan Buddhism is the construction of the Sand Mandala. Made […]
A collaborative exhibition of ceramic and sculptural work coming to Frome Festival via the Venice Biennale. Drawn to clay from a young age, Johnny Vegas gained a BA in Art & Ceramics before his career in comedy took over. Vegas has returned to ceramics later in life, allowing him to reconnect with a long-held passion. […]
Set behind the houses and nestled beneath a canopy of trees, Ian’s Garden has become an enclosed space bathed in a dappled light, a haven from the chaos of the world. Amid the ferns and architectural planting, he displays his sculptures in bold stainless steel, vibrant glass and patinated bronze bringing renewed energy to this […]
Emerging and established artists & makers open studios, homes or venues to show and sell their work. Support Frome’s creative community and discover paintings, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, glass, jewellery and so much more. Discover the full trail by picking up a free brochure at the Cheese & Grain, Black Swan Arts, Library, Town Hall, or […]
Join the OpenStoryTellers Wellbeing Group for a unique guided walk designed to nurture your body, calm your mind, and leave you feeling connected. Along the way you will experience site-specific movement and poetry inspired by the landscape and the group will guide you through simple wellbeing activities that are suitable for all, including yoga, mindfulness […]
