Paul Hinson, Piper’s Welcome
Paul Hinson taught himself bagpipe basics shortly after college and has been playing in pipe bands since 1982, often for competitions. He has studied with internationally known master pipers and
Sea Chantey Sing, with Chris Maden
Join chanteyman Chris Maden and some of the regulars from the Chambana Chantey Sing for an open song session. We’ll sing chanteys (sailors’ work songs) and forebitters (recreational songs), songs
Swing Dance with Tommy Halloran
Here’s your chance to kick up your heels to one of the greatest swing bands around! Tommy Halloran’s Guerrilla Swing was voted “Best Jazz Band” in the River Front Times
Square Dance, with Dan Gellert and Friends, Neal Schlein calling
Dan Gellert and Friends will keep your toes tapping for this year’s square dance! Dan Gellert is one of the finest old-time musicians working today. His performances bring to life the spirit and
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Dance Try-Its
Yes, you CAN have it all! Spend a delightful hour-and-a-half learning three different dance traditions. Irish dance with Daniel Flora Born to parents in the Foreign Service (Diplomatic Corps), Daniel Flora
Family Dance, with Neal Schlein and the Thursday Night jammers
Bring the family along for this all-ages family dance! Neal Schlein will be our caller and the Thursday Night Lincoln Square Jam group will provide the music. A children’s librarian
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Klezmer Workshop, with Frances Harris
Time to get your D minor on! Dip into this folk tradition brought to the United States by Jews from Eastern Europe. We’ll listen to some recordings, learn a tune,
Singer-Songwriter showcase, Hosted by Kevin Elliott
Kevin Elliott is an Urbana musician, DJ, counselor, business owner, bicyclist, & stay-at-home grandpa. He has been hosting his radio show, From the Joshua Tree Inn, on Tuesday evenings from
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Singalong with the Women of Early Country Music, with Hilary Valentine and Rebecca Grosser
Here’s your chance to sing along with the great women of early country music. Acoustic instruments are welcome. When not otherwise occupied, Hilary plays with the Young and the Fretless
Cielito Lindo
Cielito Lindo performs in the styles of mariachi and Latin/American folk. A bilingual fourth generation family music group that performs a variety of Mexican and American folk music, the four young brothers and their