TOM Moth, the acclaimed harpist with multi-platinum-selling bandFlorence and The Machine, and a Frome resident, is one of three locally-based acts performing at The Tunnels on Saturday 29th November t launch the fund-raising campaign, 25 for 25, to support Frome Festival I harpist among musicians taking part in Frome Festival’s ‘25 for 25’ launch to raise £25,000 before the start of next year’s 25th anniversary festival in July.

He will be joined by alt-folk duo māsa, sisters Faron and Merle, and five-piece soul band The Juice. Founded in 2001, Frome Festival’s silver anniversary offers an opportunity to celebrate 25 years of creativity while securing the future of this much-loved community arts event for the next generation.

Tom Moth had a sold-out festival performance at Rook Lane Chapel this summer – this November gig will be an additional chance to hear his own original work. Tom explains, “I enjoy crafting sounds using various acoustic and electronic devices, so while the harp will be involved, the performance won’t strictly be a harp recital!”

He is a big supporter of Frome Festival and is carving out some time between a busy international promotional schedule for Florence’s newly released album, Everybody Scream, and their upcoming European/US tour, which starts in February. The lauded harpist moved to Frome a couple of years ago as he felt it was somewhere he could exist happily: “I love that there’s such a welcoming and proactive creative community. It seems like there’s always something happening, whether it’s a gig, an exhibition or community-based activity.”

Sisters Faron and Merle of māsa are returning from a hiatus to support this fundraiser, sharing their beautiful harmony based alt-folk compositions. Merle says: “We’ve lived in Frome for a few years now and really value its creative and independent spirit.” māsa have played at Frome Festival several times over the years, including a headline slot at the Silk Mill. They have also collaborated on a sonic guided walk of the town, called We Are All Sonambulists – “a great way to learn about the town’s history and feel inspired by its ghosts and stories”, she says.

Ending the night with party vibes is The Juice, who made their debut with a secret set during Sofar Sounds at Frome Festival in July. Drawing their members from a collective of local musicians, they write tunes which draw on 70s soul, pop and funk, “with a sprinkling of Juicified covers”.

Frome Festival manager Sarah Swales says: “I’m constantly amazed by the incredible talent we have here in Frome, and I’m thrilled that these performers are generously donating their time and remarkable skills to support the Festival. Each of the three acts brings a unique musical style, and all are outstanding in their own right. We’re also hugely grateful to Baz, Josh, and everyone at The Tunnels for hosting the event. In the current climate, it’s more important than ever to support our venues and keep live music thriving.”

All monies raised by the 25 for 25 campaign will support growing the organisation, developing an education strand and maintaining the rich programme of free and low-cost activities across the festival. Supporters can help by attending fundraising concerts and activities in the lead up to Frome Festival 2026, become a Friend of Frome Festival to receive priority booking and exclusive year-round perks, or donate directly to the charity.

Festival director Adam Laughton says: “Everyone I speak to has a story to tell about their favourite moments. Across the next year, we aim to capture that spirit and celebrate Frome’s deep love and support of the arts, looking back at a quarter of a century of amazing work and plotting a course for the next 25 years. Through a campaign like this, we are looking to ensure the next generation can continue to experience the unique benefits of accessible, local live arts.”