The Folk Music Festival You Need to Check Out in Kansas City
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The Midtown Folk Fest is a free, annual event celebrating folk music in all its forms. Check out our lineup of amazing musicians and come enjoy a day of great music in Kansas City!
The Folk Alliance International Conference
From February 14-18, more than 2,500 folk musicians, fans, and industry professionals will gather in Kansas City for the Folk Alliance International Conference. This will be the 32nd year for the conference, which is being hosted at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center.
What is it?
The Folk Alliance International Conference is an annual gathering of the folk music community. It is the largest such gathering in the world, and it takes place in Kansas City, Missouri. The conference is four days of music, workshops, panels, and other events, all focused on folk music. There are also showcases, which are live performances by folk musicians from all over the world.
When is it?
The Folk Alliance International Conference is held annually in late January or early February in Kansas City, Missouri. It is the world’s largest gathering of the folk music industry and community, and has been described as the “Sundance of the music world”.
Where is it?
The Folk Alliance International Conference is held annually in Kansas City, Missouri. This event is the largest gathering of the folk music community in the world, and features over 2,000 artists from more than 50 countries. The conference includes performances, workshops, panel discussions, and more.
The conference schedule
The Mid-America Traditional Arts and Music Festival strives to create an inclusive space for all music lovers. This year’s lineup features a variety of artists from different genres, backgrounds, and cultures. There is something for everyone at this year’s festival.
Workshops
The conference schedule is now available! Check out the list of workshops below and be sure to sign up for the ones you’re interested in.
– Introduction to Folk Music
– The Origins of Folk Music
– The Folk Music Revival of the 1960s
– Contemporary Folk Music Trends
– Writing Your Own Folk Songs
– Performing Folk Songs
– Building Community Through Folk Music
Concerts
Concerts will be held indoors at the Folly Theater and outdoors in the Westport neighborhood. All concerts are free and open to the public.
Lineup:
Thursday, April 12
7:00pm – 10:00pm
Folly Theater
Kansas City’s own Benjamin Cleaves will open the festival with a special concert featuring his new album, “Paradise”. His music has been described as “pure Americana” with a “unique brand of soulful singer/songwriter folk guitar”.
Friday, April 13
5:00pm – 10:00pm
Westport/Roanoke Park Area
The headliner for Friday night is nationally-acclaimed artist violation fiddler Darol Anger. Anger has been a pioneer in the American acoustic music scene for over four decades and has performed or recorded with David Grisman, Jerry Douglas, Vassar Clements, Tony Rice, and many others. He will be joined by mandolinist Joe K. Walsh, one of the most dynamic new voices in acoustic music. The two will be performing music from their new album “Generations”.
Saturday, April 14
12:00pm – 10:00pm
Westport/Roanoke Park Area
The day will start with a special kids’ concert featuring Young Sounds of Kansas City at noon followed by performances from some of the best up-and-coming acts in the Midwest including The self-proclaimed “Queen ofKansas City folk music” Carrie McFerrin and her band Union Station , jazz/blues duo Lee McBee and The Confessors , country rockers The Empty Pockets , and many more!
Sunday, April 15
12:00pm – 6:00pm
Westport/Roanoke Park Area
On Sunday, the festival will feature performances from some of Kansas City’s most beloved local acts including Nace Brothers Band , Eveining Bluegrass Gospel Hour with Uncle Earl Scruggs Revue , Jeff Harrison & Friends , Celtic band Boreas , old time duo Bella vault Stringband , fiddler Anna Wallace-Browne and her band Crow Jessica Paige (of Woodstock fame) .
Other events
In addition to the musical performances, there will be a variety of other events taking place throughout the festival. These include workshops, discussions, and opportunities to meet the artists.
The conference schedule is as follows:
Friday, April 26
9:00 am – 5:00 pm – Workshops and discussions
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Meet the artists
Saturday, April 27
9:00 am – 5:00 pm – Workshops and discussions
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Concerts
Why you should go
The Crossroads Folk Music Festival in Kansas City is the perfect event for music lovers of all ages. With three stages and over 30 hours of music, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The festival takes place in the historic Crossroads district, and all proceeds go to supporting the local music scene. If you’re looking for a fun and affordable way to enjoy some great music, be sure to check out the Crossroads Folk Music Festival.
It’s a great opportunity to network
The Folk Alliance International Conference is the largest gathering of the folk music industry and community in the world. Join more than 2,800 delegates from 55 countries for five days of showcases, symposiums, speed dating, house concerts, and more. The conference will be held February 19-23, 2020 at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center in Kansas City, Missouri.
The Folk Alliance International Conference is a great opportunity to network with people from all over the world who are involved in the folk music industry. You’ll have a chance to meet record label representatives, booking agents, festival organizers, publishers, managers, and other music professionals. The conference also offers a variety of workshops and panels on topics such as songwriting, music business, and marketing.
You’ll learn a lot
With several stages and a wide variety of acts, the Kansas City Folk Music Festival offers something for everyone.
In addition to great music, the festival also offers workshops and jam sessions led by some of the top musicians in the country. These are opportunities to learn about different styles of music and instruments, and to meet other people who love music as much as you do.
The Kansas City Folk Music Festival is the perfect place to expand your musical horizons and have a great time doing it.
You’ll have a lot of fun
If you enjoy live music, there’s no doubt you’ll have a great time at the Kansas City Folk Music Festival. This annual event features a variety of folk musicians from all over the country, and it’s a great way to experience different genres of music. You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase handmade crafts and food from local vendors.
