The Portland Folk Music Calendar: What to See and Hear This Month
The Portland Folk Music Calendar is a great resource for finding out about the best folk music events happening in the city each month. Here’s what to see and hear this month!
Introduction
Welcome to The Portland Folk Music Calendar. This month, we’ve got a wide variety of folk music events happening around the city. Check out our recommendations below and be sure to mark your calendars!
-The Dandy Warhols (March 3rd at The Wonder Ballroom): One of the most iconic bands to come out of the Pacific Northwest, The Dandy Warhols are sure to put on a great show.
-Lilla (March 10th at The White Eagle): Lilla is a new voice in the world of folk music, and her debut album is already getting rave reviews. Don’t miss your chance to see her live!
-The Brothers Comatose (March 17th at The Doug Fir Lounge): San Francisco’s own The Brothers Comatose are bringing their high-energy live show to Portland this month. Get ready to dance!
What’s Happening This Month
This month’s Portland Folk Music Calendar is packed with great shows! Check out what’s happening this month and make sure to mark your calendars. From well-known artists to up-and-coming talent, there is something for everyone!
Concerts
1. The Decemberists with special guests TBA – December 1st at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
2. Houndstooth with Laura Gibson and special guests TBA – December 6th at the Doug Fir Lounge
3. Pickathon Music Festival: 7th-9th of December on Pendarvis Farm
4. Vasen with special guests TBA – December 8th at the Aladdin Theater
5. Tim O’Brien with special guests TBA – December 9th at Alberta Rose Theater
Workshops
The month of May is a great time to check out some wonderful folk music in Portland! Here are some of the best workshops happening this month:
Folk Music Workshop with Ethan Robbins: Come learn about different styles of folk music from around the world with local folk musician Ethan Robbins! This workshop is perfect for beginners and will be held on May 5th from 1-3pm at the Maine State Music Theatre.
Beginning Ukulele with Dan Kirouac: Want to learn how to play the ukulele? This beginner’s workshop, taught by local musician Dan Kirouac, is perfect for those just starting out. The class will be held on May 12th from 1-3pm at Workshop13 in Biddeford.
Celtic Harp Workshop with Kim Robertson: Celtic harpist Kim Robertson will be teaching a workshop on May 19th from 1-3pm at Portland Ovations. This workshop is perfect for those who want to learn more about this beautiful instrument.
Space is limited for these workshops, so be sure to sign up soon!
Dances
Do you like to Folk Dance? Then you’ve come to the right place! This is the Portland Folk Music Calendar, and it is full of information about what’s happening this month in the world of Folk Dancing.
Dances are a huge part of Folk Music, and there are plenty of opportunities to get your feet moving this month. Check out the calendar below for a list of dances happening in Portland this month.
-The First Thursday contradance will be held on Thursday, August 2nd at 7:30 PM at the World Trade Center Ballroom. This dance is open to all levels of dancers, and there will be a beginners’ lesson at 7:00 PM.
-The Second Friday contradance will be held on Friday, August 10th at 8:00 PM at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. This dance is also open to all levels of dancers, and there will be a beginners’ lesson at 7:30 PM.
-The Third Saturday waltz dance will be held on Saturday, August 18th at 8:00 PM at Columbia Grace Brethren Church. This dance is open to all levels of dancers, and there will be a beginners’ lesson at 7:30 PM.
Festivals
Folk festivals are a great way to experience a wide variety of folk music styles in one place. The Portland Folk Music Calendar is your guide to what’s happening this month.
-The American Folk Festival: August 10-12 in Bangor, ME. This festival features traditional and contemporary folk music from all over the United States.
-The Freight & Salvage Coffeehouse Folk Festival: August 17-19 in Berkeley, CA. This festival features some of the best folk performers from the Bay Area and beyond.
-The Newport Folk Festival: August 3-5 in Newport, RI. This iconic folk festival features a wide variety of folk artists, both traditional and contemporary.
Conclusion
The Portland Folk Music Calendar is a great way to stay up-to-date on the latest folk music happening in the city. This month, be sure to catch shows by John Gorka, The Stray Birds, and Jenee Halstead.
