Links for festivals, events, performers
The History of Old Time Music in Alaska - Link to article in November 2009 Old Time Herald by Folk Fest board member Pete Bowers
Bluegrass Camps for Kids in Fairbanks
Bluegrass Camps for Kids are 4-day camps for children ages 5 - 17 that teach traditional bluegrass instruments and vocal techniques. Kids can choose to take fiddle, guitar, banjo, bass, mandolin or vocal sessions. Instructors cater to all ability levels. Pre-registration required. Contact pbowers@alaska.net
Alaska Folk Festival in Juneau every April. Dances from Thursday through Saturday nights concurrent with performances. Workshops. Jam sessions all night for any kind of folk music. Musicians come from all over the Northwest. Call 463-3316 or check the website above for further info.
Kadmusarts website for festivals around the world
College Coffeehouse monthly entertainment calendar
Contra Borealis Fairbanks For those who love good music and dance. Beginners are welcome. Every first and third Friday or Saturday at Pioneer Park Dance Hall - 8:00 pm September through May. $7.00 at the door, or become a member. Call Sue at (907) 452-3635 or scole(at)alaska.net