The Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society – Keeping Folk Music Alive in the Valley

The Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society is a non-profit organization that promotes folk music in the Bulkley Valley of British Columbia.

What is the Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society?

The Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society (BVFMS) is a non-profit society that was formed in Smithers, BC in 1979. We are dedicated to promoting and preserving folk music and dance in the Bulkley Valley and surrounding area.

We hold regular monthly concerts featuring local, regional, and touring folk musicians, as well as workshops and dances. We also host an annual folk festival, the Mid-Winter Folk Fest, which takes place in February. In addition to all of this, we are also involved in various community events throughout the year.

Our goal is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy folk music and dance, whether it be as performers or audience members. We believe that folk music is an important part of our cultural heritage and should be celebrated and enjoyed by everyone!

What does the Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society do?

The Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization that promotes traditional and contemporary folk music in the Bulkley Valley of British Columbia, Canada.

We are dedicated to keeping folk music alive in the valley by organizing events such as concerts, jams, workshops, and dances. We also work to support local musicians and to promote the growth of the folk music scene in the Bulkley Valley.

If you are interested in learning more about the Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society or if you would like to become involved, please contact us!

What are the goals of the Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society?

The goals of the Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society are to promote and encourage the enjoyment, appreciation and understanding of folk music in the Bulkley Valley community.

The Society strives to provide opportunities for people of all ages to participate in folk music activities and to help foster a sense of community spirit.

The Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society is a registered non-profit society and is operated by a volunteer Board of Directors.

What are some of the challenges faced by the Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society?

The Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society (BVFMS) is a non-profit society that has been promoting folk music in the Bulkley Valley since 1978. We are an all-volunteer organization run by a executive and a board of directors, with a small but dedicated group of regular volunteers. We promote concerts, jams, work-shops and other events throughout the year.

One of our main goals is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy and participate in folk music. However, we face some challenges in trying to meet this goal. One challenge is the lack of venues for our events. Most of our events are held in cafés, restaurants or bars, which can be challenging for families with young children or for people who don’t drink alcohol. Another challenge is finding adequate rehearsal space for our bands and performers. Often we have to rehearse in unsuitable locations such as basements or storage rooms. And finally, we struggle with a limited budget which limit the type and number of events we can offer.

Despite these challenges, the BVFMS continues to work hard to keep folk music alive in the Bulkley Valley!

How can people get involved with the Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society?

There are many ways to get involved with the Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society. You can attend our events, join our society, or take part in our programs.

If you are interested in attending our events, we have many concerts and festivals throughout the year that are open to the public. We also have a folk music library that is available to members of the society.

If you would like to join our society, we have many membership options available. We have monthly dues as well as an annual membership fee. You can also become a sustaining member of our society by making a monthly donation.

If you are interested in taking part in our programs, we offer training in folk music and dance for both children and adults. We also offer opportunities to perform at our events.