Heather McClelland + Jo Burke + Made in the Shade

We’re excited to return to the beautiful Danny House for an afternoon of music with an outstanding all-female line-up, featuring three remarkable acts

14:30 Doors + bar open
15:00 Made in the Shade
15:50 Jo Burke
16:50 Heather McClelland

Doors & bar open from 2pm

Made In The Shade
Back at HURSTfolk. after a sold-out performance in 2024, Made In The Shade are friends from Hurst and Cuckfield who sing together in close harmony. Their a cappella sets mix pop, rock, folk and more, delivered with energy and joy. Since forming in 2020, they’ve performed across the South of England, winning audiences over with their vibrant style. This year they’ll be introducing their fabulous new member, Josie.

Jo Burke
An internationally touring singer and multi-instrumentalist, Jo’s career spans composing for theatre and film, leading choirs, and performing with ensembles from the Swiss band Orchestre Tout Puissant Marcel Duchamp to the London Hardingfele Lag. She is co-founder of The Cunning Folk of Sussex, exploring plant folklore through traditional song, and musical director of Brighton Folk Choir, whose seasonal performances have become beloved community events. Jo is now completing her debut solo album of traditional songs, reimagined in her own distinctive voice.

Heather McClelland
A HURSTfolk. favourite, Heather McClelland returns for her third consecutive year. Sitting somewhere between folk, electronica and neo-classical, Heather’s music has drawn comparisons to Agnes Obel, Ane Brun and Daughter. Her songs are ethereal and haunting, carried by her pure-toned voice and a gift for atmosphere. Her debut EP China Mind, produced by Taz Modi (Submotion Orchestra/Portico Quartet), introduced her singular sound — and for this live set, Taz joins her on piano.