Why 14???

Folk music is for all young and old - if "we" put off anyone who shows an interest in making music because of age or even our judgement of their ability! We stunt the growth of a live music future - too many years have passed with Folk Clubs hiding away in dark dingy rooms either upstairs or in a far corner of a pub - this alone stopped young performers finding their sea legs. Now Traditional music is "coming out" and back to the Folk to whom it belongs lets not put restrains on who can or can't perform - God Bless the Floor Singers. An "open Mike Session" should be just that - if you are worried that maybe some of the songs sung by other artist may offend the young person (or more likely upset his/her relations) put a warning on the door for Parental Guidance.

Festivals like The Fylde Folk Festival actively encourage young people and by doing so have brought a LOT of new and now highly respected artist into the scene.

The Falcon is happy to welcome young people my son started there at 12 and I have been singing in clubs since I was 10. The Falcon being a Public house can only allow young people in whilst meals are being served as it is held in an open bar area.

As I opened with Why 14 what happens on that magical birthday to make the performer better - ?

Take care and to all Young or Old - Sing Well.....

Pete