Queens Road Baptist Church

Upcoming events at Queens Road Baptist Church

Queens Road Baptist Church is a place of worship in Broadstairs. Near Here currently lists 7 upcoming events, including Focus Ireland Double Bill - The Johnny Quinn Macs, Barry Kerr, Rhythms of Zimbabwe With Edith We-Utonga Band - Workshop and The Art of sean-nós Singing with Chan Reid - Workshop.

Live Music

Focus Ireland Double Bill - The Johnny Quinn Macs, Barry Kerr

The Johnny Quinn Macs. Three exceptional musicians who first performed together at Belfast’s Féile Trad Trail in August 2022, The Johnny Quinn Macs bring world-class pedigree and dynamic energy in this new trio format. John McSherry is a globally renowned Uilleann piper, composer, and producer who has w​​orked with artists including Sinéad O’Connor, Rod Stewart, The Corrs, and Clannad, and co-founded leading trad bands such as Lúnasa and olllam. Brendán Quinn is an internationally touring singer-songwriter known for his expressive, story-driven style rooted in Irish tradition. Francis McIlduff, of the legendary McPeake family, has performed with Clann McPeake and At First Light. Their 2023 album FÉILE LIVE, recorded in 16 hours, captures their powerful live sound. Barry Kerr is an acclaimed composer, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and visual artist whose work captures the essence of Irish life. Originally from the southern shores of Lough Neagh and now living in Connemara, he has built a distinguished career as a touring musician, sharing stages with some of Ireland’s most renowned performers over the past two decades. Since recording his debut album at age seventeen, Barry has toured internationally asa solo artist and has collaborated with celebrated musicians such as Steve Cooney, Cara Dillon, Julie Fowlis, Lumiere, and Dervish.

Fri 7 Aug20:30Queens Road Baptist Church

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Workshops & Classes

Rhythms of Zimbabwe With Edith We-Utonga Band - Workshop

Sing or play along with Edith and her band to create the magical sounds of Zimbabwe in this fun and inclusive workshop. Experience the rich musical traditions of Zimbabwe through an immersive workshop combining mbira and voice. Guided by a skilled mbira player, participants will explore polyphonic singing, interlocking rhythms, call-and-response patterns, and traditional songs rooted in community and ceremony. Suitable for all levels, this interactive session encourages listening, collaboration, and joyful connection through rhythm, harmony, and shared musical expression for everyone BUY TICKETS

Sat 8 Aug11:30Queens Road Baptist Church

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Workshops & Classes

The Art of sean-nós Singing with Chan Reid - Workshop

Join Chan Reid to explore the expressive style of unaccompanied Irish sean-nós (singing in English). Learn key techniques—breathing, phrasing, tone, key choice, and nerve management—while discovering how sean-nós differ from ballad singing. Includes posture and relaxation work to support your best vocal performance. Open to all levels. Buy Tickets

Sat 8 Aug11:30Queens Road Baptist Church

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Honey and The Bear Featuring Toby Shaer

Honey & the Bear have been a tour de force on the UK Folk Festival circuit in recent years. The British folk and roots duo combine delicately interweaving vocal harmonies with emotive and evocative songwriting. With a diverse range of sounds and textures,and rhythms that flow from the fast and furious to gentle ballads, their live performances are spirited and dynamic. Conjuring stories in song, they tell tales of Suffolk folklore, courageous people they admire and their passion for nature which has been enchanting audiences up and down the country. The multi-instrumentalist, husband and wife team comprised of songwriters Jon Hart (guitar, bass, bouzouki) and Lucy Hart (guitar, ukulele, bass, banjo, mandolin & percussion), are often joined on-stage by band guest Toby Shaer (Fiddle/Flutes/Whistles) who features on all three Honey & The Bear studio albums. Together they have played at many revered venues and festivals across the UK as well as travelled across the channel. BUY TICKETS

Sat 8 Aug12:00Queens Road Baptist Church

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Workshops & Classes

Singing for All with Sarah Westcott - workshop

Sarah believes the pleasure of singing is for everyone, whether you think you can sing or not, and loves giving people the chance to try. She has led community choirs for over 20 years and teaches by ear, so no music reading is needed. Together we’ll sing songs from pop, gospel, and world music traditions. Everyone is welcome! Buy Tickets

Sat 8 Aug13:30Queens Road Baptist Church

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Songwriting Workshop with Honey and the Bear

An inspiring songwriting workshop exploring storytelling through song. Drawing on folk traditions, harmony, melody, and lyrical craft, Lucy and Jon Hart share creative techniques to help participants shape songs rooted in personal experience, community, and imagination. Buy Tickets

Sat 8 Aug14:30Queens Road Baptist Church

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Edith We-Utonga (supported by Ajay Srivistav)

Edith We-Utonga One of just a few nominees for the 2025 Folk Album of the Year award with her latest album Varipasi, Edith WeUtonga is a ground breaking bassist, vocalist and songwriter leading her Utonga band. Playing an authentically Zimbabwean sound laced with Jiti, Chimurenga and Shona folk she experiments with some of her favourite World music flavours such as Rhumba, Reggae Calypso and Jazz. She formed Utonga in 2010 and quickly released her debut album in that year – a ten track effort titled UTONGA. This album catapulted her to being one of Zimbabwe’s most recognized musicians to feature at some of the country top live venues. Edith has performed at all of Zimbabwe’s top Festivals and headlines most of them including INTWASA Festival koBulawayo, Women in Jazz, Harvest Festival and Harare International Festival of the Arts (HIFA), where she has collaborated there with African legends, the likes of the late Oliver Mtukudzi, Ismael Lo and international acts like Publish the Quest. She has twice been nominated for Best Female Musician at Zimbabwe’s premier Awards National Arts Merit Awards, as well as the Zimbabwe Music Awards.

Sat 8 Aug15:00Queens Road Baptist Church

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