The Nest Collective is a leading force in contemporary and cross-cultural folk music. We bring people together to experience extraordinary music in unforgettable places, rekindling connections with nature, tradition and community.
Founded in 2005 by Mercury-nominated artist Sam Lee, the Nest Collective began as a small gathering of music and folk lovers. Today, our vibrant annual programme includes a diverse range of music events in locations across the UK, featuring outstanding emerging and established folk, world and roots artists from across the globe.
Because we embrace and encourage connection with nature, many of our events take place outdoors in beautiful green spaces, both in cities and rural areas. We welcome an ever-growing community to our events in London and around the country.
“Tradition is tending the flame, it’s not worshipping the ashes.” - Gustav Mahler
Like nothing I have ever heard. Sure, there are influences from John Fahey and the American Primitive tradition, but she possesses a totally unique voice. Astoundingly talented and evocative!
Last year I was in La Adrada, Spain, as we walked along the roadside there were forests to the left, I heard Nightingales singing and saw one flitting through the forest. I suspect they're more common in Spain than in Britain.
This is beautiful and fascinating! Thank you so much for sharing. Is there anyone in Canada doing this? If not, I'd very much like to learn how! Enjoy, Heather
Wow, the little Waterloo 00 has never sounded so good. Shades of Fahey, and I wish (again) that Waterloo had introduced a 'Stella style' 12 string into their lineup...
No, tragically, we are not winning. When I moved to my current home 3 years ago (in Italy, where I live), I could hear nightingales from my bedroom. This year is frighteningly silent.😭
Thank you all. I was in hospital and my daughter messaged me to remind me of the nightingales, and we listened together, her in her room and me in my hospital bed. I had a spine op the following morning and am getting ready to head home. I am grateful for the companionship of these extraordinary birds over these few strange days and for all your vision and work bringing this all together and inviting us to participate in it. 🙏
Thank you for the good wishes - I had a spine op the morning after and am reading to head home now, with the nightingales accompanying me the whole way. 🙏
Thank you once again Sam and everyone involved for this broadcast, especially the magnificent Nightingale. This last piece of music compliments the beautiful song of the Nightingale. I am drifting of listening to this it is so magical. Please list the music, I love cellos they have an evocative voice of their own. Perfect evening ❤