Attention all old time musicians! Camp for the weekend and play old time music in the Old Songs Dutch Barn, at the Altamont Fairgrounds.
Old Songs is a family-friendly festival of folk, traditional, Celtic and world music and dance, known for its relaxed atmosphere, interactive sessions and workshops, hands-on experience and participatory nature. In addition to three concerts there are over 100 daytime workshops, dances or performances.
More information at festival.oldsongs.org
Andrea Beaton is a powerful Cape Breton fiddler, composer and stepdancer. Hailing from two of Cape Breton’s most renowned musical families, she charms crowds all over the globe with her music, which is both true to her roots and strongly individual. andreabeaton.com
Troy MacGillivray, the multi-talented, multi-award winning instrumentalist from Nova Scotia, is known for his ability to unearth the lesser-played but great tunes of respected composers. troymacgillivray.com
Tickets: $23 Online Only, $25 at the Door (or by Phone)
$5 Children age 12 & under
Or contact Old Songs to reserve: (518) 765-2815 or sales@oldsongs.org
If online tickets sellout, they may still be available from Old Songs.
Refunds are not available for this event.
All Day Ukulele Intensive: Workshops, Open Mic, and Sat. Evening Concert
MONDAYS
3rd Monday of the Month (Sept.–June)
African Drum Class: 7:00 pm
African drumming with instructor John Dickson. Drums are provided. $15
WEDNESDAYS
1st Wednesday of the Month
Open Mic: 7:30 pm
Sign up to perform 15 minutes. Kate Blain, MC. $3
3rd Wednesday of the Month
Traditional Irish Slow Session: 7:30 pm
Play traditional Irish music with others. Led by Hilary Scrauf. $4
4th Wednesday of the Month (Oct.–May)
Contra Dance Tunes: 7:30 pm
Build your skills and dance tune repertoire. Led by Ray Kottke. $3
SUNDAYS
2nd Sunday of the Month (Oct.–May)
Pickin’ & Singin’ Gatherin’: 1–4 pm
A singin-a-round for the whole family. pickingandsinging.org
Old Songs, Inc. founder and Executive/Artistic Director is retiring.
Old Songs is seeking applicants for a new Executive Director.
The Annual Fund Appeal for Old Songs
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