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SFSS: Kingham Hill School Sore Fingers Summer Schools is Europe's leading organisation for bluegrass and old-time music camps, offering world class tuition for all the instruments played in bluegrass as well as old-time fiddle and banjo, autoharp and singing.

Sore Fingers Summer Schools run two events. The main event of the year is Sore Fingers Week, a five day residential course held in the Cotswolds, during which musicians of all levels can learn and improve their knowledge and skills. It is a complete experience where you can escape the daily routine and immerse yourself in music and fun for a whole week. Many become hooked and return year after year.

We also run a weekend course in late October with the same classes as the main event (depending on demand), allowing people to try out the experience over a shorter period.

Sore Fingers Summer Schools also run other events connected with bluegrass and old-time music including the amazing Didmarton Bluegrass Festival held annually in September.

Latest news
6th Jan 2010: Latest Tutor News for Sore Fingers Week 2010
18th Dec 2009: Easter's tutor lineup almost finalised!
9th Nov 2009: October Weekend Sunday Visitor
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Upcoming events
5th - 9th Apr 2010 Sore Fingers Week 2010 A week long residential course for bluegrass and old time musicians. PLEASE NOTE: - there is no need to ring up to check course availability - course places are available unless otherwise stated
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