Contra Dance Santa Fe, 3/25
Contra Dance and Potluck Santa Fe 3/11/17
Contra Dance Santa Fe 2/26/17
Concert: Legends of the Celtic Harp
“LEGENDS OF THE CELTIC HARP” is a musical journey into the heart of a legendary instrument. Three of the premier Celtic harpers in the world, Patrick Ball, Lisa Lynne and Aryeh Frankfurter, have created a dramatic ensemble that takes you deep into the myths, stories, magic and fabled history of this most captivating instrument.
This trio of Celtic harpers who have toured extensively throughout the US to sold out audiences and rave reviews. One recent review states “Legends of the Celtic Harp is a blend of music and oratory, falling somewhere between concert and theater. It spanned nearly the range of human feeling, from humor to tragedy, tenderness to rage, reality to mysticism, and more besides. The effects were powerful and exhilarating.” (Presenter Review)
Audiences will hear three Celtic Harps including the rare wire strung, Swedish Nyckelharpa, Cittern and Irish Bouzouki intertwined with moving stories of humanity and music through time. www.LegendsOfTheCelticHarp.com
Contra Dance Santa Fe, 2/11/17
Santa Fe Contra Dance 1/28/17
Special Event: House Concert and Contra Dance
Special Event: Wednesday January 25th:
House concert & dance in Albuquerque
433 Jefferson St NE, Albuquerque
Julie Vallimont (Nor’easter and Buddy System), Audrey Knuth (Free Raisins) and Rachel Bell (Andrew and Noah Band and Old World Charm School)
House concert & dance in Albuquerque
433 Jefferson St NE, Albuquerque
Julie Vallimont (Nor’easter and Buddy System), Audrey Knuth (Free Raisins) and Rachel Bell (Andrew and Noah Band and Old World Charm School)
Join these nationally famous musicians for an intimate evening of music and dance.
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Concert: 7:00pm – 8ish
Dancing: 8:15 to 10pm
Callers: Open Mic
Admission: Pay what you can
Sage Assembly 2017
Albuquerque Megaband – New Practice Location and Time
“The Albuquerque Megaband” is an open community band which provides an opportunity for musicians to get together and play acoustic string band music. The objective is for participants to improve their musical skills while also building a repertoire of tunes such as those that are played for American folk dances. Much of the music is based on traditional banjo and fiddle tunes but the repertoire includes tunes, old and new, representing styles from throughout the U.S., Canada and beyond.
The Megaband practices once a month and plays for dances every other month. Musicians of all skill levels are invited to participate. While much of the music is available as sheet music, the emphasis is on the aural tradition (i.e. playing by ear). Participants are encouraged to bring suggestions for tunes they would like to learn to the practices.
Megaband practices are held on the second Saturday of each month from 2 to 4 p.m. at Apple Mountain Music, 10301 Comanche Rd. NE (www.applemtnmusic.com/). Though membership is encouraged, participants do not need to be members of FolkMADS. There is no fee for participation however, donations will be accepted to cover expenses. Questions regarding the Megaband may be sent to Bruce Thomson (LibTNov1@aol.com).
Second Saturdays (1/14, 2/11, 3/11, etc.) 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Fee: None