Traditional Music Day September 3, 2010

This unique and vibrant event, now in its ninth year, is run by the East Anglian Traditional Music Trust at the Museum of East Anglian Life in Stowmarket.

It celebrates traditional folk music, with a focus on the songs, music and dances from Suffolk and the eastern counties, which has a rich heritage of such material and a continuing tradition.

There is a varied programme of events, which includes lots of opportunities to have a go at playing instruments, dancing or singing, or just watching and listening. The events take place in the Museum’s historic buildings, including a stunning medieval Tithe Barn, a timbered farmhouse and an old smithy from 11am to 5.30pm.

In the evening there is one event, Traditional Night Out, held in the atmospheric thirteenth century Tithe Barn at the Museum. This concert features all the event’s special guests, plus some surprise guests.

Space for the evening event in the Tithe Barn is limited, and tickets for the Traditional Night Out in the Tithe Barn are now selling fast.

To book or find out more about either the daytime events or the evening concert, ring the East Anglian Traditional Music Trust direct on 01449 771090. Further details are on the East Anglian Traditional Music Trust website at www.eatmt.org.uk or write to EATMT, The Old Stables, Museum of East Anglian Life, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1DL.

The East Anglian Traditional Music Trust is supported by Mid Suffolk District Council and Stowmarket Town Council.