Magpie's Nest: London

The Nest Collective’s one-day festival celebrating the finest folk and roots music from around the world.

This September, discover extraordinary music in London…

Wander from stage to stage immersed in live music, seeking out familiar sounds & discovering new favourites. Tuck into delicious food & drink as you listen to songs echo around the stunning halls of Grand Junction.

What treasures will you find at the Magpie’s Nest?


Lineup:

Jally Kebba Susso • 'London’s favourite kora player'. Pioneer of afro-electro kora music.

Abel Selaocoe • South African cellist Abel Selaocoe is redefining the parameters of the cello.

Lisa Knapp • “Knapp isn’t just a great folk artist, she’s a great artist full stop.”

Anna Phoebe • Violinist and composer on cross-genre collaborative projects, working across science, space, poetry, dance, film and art.

Seby Ntege • A uniquely charismatic singer and songwriter from the Busoga region of eastern Uganda.

Jow • New acoustic duo of James Gow (cello) and Pete Judge (trumpet).

Paddi Benson & Grace Lemon • Paddi and Grace are two highly acclaimed Uilleann Pipers, joined by James Patrick Gavin on fiddle and guitar.

Marie Bashiru • Hailing from south-east London, Marie Bashiru is a singer/songwriter, where her music resembles a melting pot of folk, soul and indie rock.

Ruby Colley • Violinist and composer. She creates instrumental soundscapes that are far beyond the realm of traditional playing, with the complex web of sound more akin to an electric orchestra.


What the audience said:

“Brilliant festival. Superb quality of music and really cosy great atmosphere. More!” – Jon Herring

“A totally magical evening, such an amazing setting with excellent music.” – Oli Dillon

“…only caught 2 hours but saw 5 (astonishing) bands and had my soul profoundly nourished” – @MaraCarlyle

“Wonderful music from across these isles & around the world – thanks for a fab evening” – @imogenmathers