Supernova Photography
The C-U Folk and Roots Festival is proud to welcome new sponsor, Supernova Photography. Watch for Jay and his camera at various festival venues, capturing the spirit of this year’s activities. And
Festival Pre-Party at the Canopy
There’s no doubt you will find yourself revved up for the festival after our Thursday night kickoff at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts with Hubby Jenkins and the Hobnob String
New Orleans Jazz Machine
Together for over 20 years, the New Orleans Jazz Machine is a traditional jazz band that plays Dixieland and swing favorites. The lineup generally features the following musicians: Carl Johnson, clarinet/soprano sax; Brighten
Open Mountain Dulcimer Jam, with Hilary Valentine
Bring your mountain dulcimer to this jam and singalong for all levels. A few extra dulcimers will be available if you want to give it a try. This dulcimer jam will
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John Lindell and Matt Stewart
John Lindell is a singer songwriter from Champaign, Illinois whose material ranges from folk songs about central Illinois to blues songs about his beloved New Orleans. His songs tell stories about
Banjo Workshop, with Hubby Jenkins
Learn some new banjo tricks from one of the best around!
Early Blues Guitar Workshop, with Hubby Jenkins
New early blues guitar licks are only one workshop away!
Ginny O’Brien
Ginny O’Brien has been singing with kids most of her life, as a camp counselor, songleader and teacher. You will find her these days playing her guitar and singing with
Dewclaw
Dewclaw is a new musical project featuring Liz Faermark on vocals and washboard, and Cody Jensen on piano. They play blues, rags, and swings. Expect jokes and improvised songs inspired by
Thunder Medicine
As part of Native American Heritage Month, the Native American House at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is sponsoring a very special performance at this year’s C-U Folk and Roots