Simon Care

Simon is a melodeon player who has been in the Folk music industry for over 30 years, worked with the Banter, the Albion Band, Edward II, Whapweasel, Tickled Pink, and his own Simon Care Ceilidh Band.  Simon has been a regular musician at Folk Week, attending when he was just a lad with Moulton Morris.

Dates Appearing

  • Simon Care – English Session Tunes – slow and steady playaround

    Queens Road Baptist Centre - Concerts and Workshops Queens Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    A Friendly informal playaround for melodeons, accordions, concertinas - anything squeezy with master player Simon Care (from Banter)   BUY TICKETS

  • Simon Care – Beginner’s Melodeon Workshop – Simon Care

    Crampton Tower The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Join Simon Care (Banter) for a fun and friendly melodeon workshop, perfect for beginners. Simon will guide you through the basics of the instrument, simple tunes, and easy techniques to get you playing with confidence. No prior experience needed—just bring your melodeon and enthusiasm for music in a relaxed and supportive setting. Buy Tickets  

  • Folk Club with Morag Butler, guests Simon Care & Mark Jolley

    Broadstairs Sailing Club 12 Harbour Street, Broadstairs, Kent, United Kingdom

    Hosted by Morag Butler of Rossyln Court Margate, is a mix of floor spots, special guests and a Q&A at the end. If you’re new to the Folk Club format – a floor spot is similar to an ‘open mic’ -without the microphone. All performances are acoustic and audiences are very encouraging and supportive. Leave […]