2012 Albuquerque Folk Festival

Thanks to everyone who made the 2012 Albuquerque Folk Festival a great success! We made some big changes last year, and the festival was the best ever!

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We hope you'll continue participating in folk activities all year long. You can find more information on many of the groups involved in this year's festival on our Resources page.

To give you an idea of what's in store for 2013, here's a look back at our 2012 festival:

2012 Schedule

The Folk Festival will run from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM on Saturday, June 2 at the Albuquerque International Balloon Museum in Albuquerque.

If you want an overview of everything that's going on during the day, download a complete schedule as a PDF file.

Friday, June 1

• 3:00 PM - Free camping area opens

Saturday, June 2

• 8:00 AM - Instrument Checkroom available
• 10:00 AM - Gates open
• 10:00 AM - Start signing up for the Band Scramble
• 10:00 AM - Sunny Birklund and the Puppet Playhouse Giant Puppets start strolling the grounds
10:00 AM - Performances and signups start at the Sign-up Stage.
• 10:30 AM - All venues open
• 3:30 PM - Final deadline for Band Scramble signup
• 4:15 PM - Band Scramble assignments announced
• 4:30 PM - Some venues close for Band Scramble practice
• 5:00 PM - Planet Music closes
• 5:30 PM - Band Scramble at the Jemez Stage
• 6:30 PM - Woody's Legacy Singalong at the Jemez Stage
• 7:30 PM - ASD Barn Dance with Cathy Faber's Swing' Country Band begins in the Dance Tent
• 7:30 PM - FolkMADS Contra Dance with the Albuquerque Megaband and Wendy Graham begins in the indoor dance area.
• 9:00 PM - Last call to get your instruments from the instrument check room.
• 11:00 PM - The party's over...until next year!

Sunday, June 3

• 2:00 PM - Free camping area closes

Three Performance Stages!

Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum Sandia Stage: 3:30 pm Jemez Stage: 8:30 pm

Since forming a musical partnership in 1986, when Tom first joined Laurie’s acclaimed band, Grant Street, Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum have recorded 12 albums and performed around the globe. These Grammy-nominated artists (for their 1995 album The Oak and the Laurel) are widely regarded as among the leading lights of modern bluegrass and are highly-prized by their peers as sidemen and producers.

International Bluegrass Music Association executive director Dan Hays calls Laurie “one of the preeminent bluegrass and Americana artists of our time.” Acclaimed musician Sam Bush puts it more simply, calling her “a great singer, terrific fiddle player, fine songwriter, and one very good band leader.” Laurie also performed on both the Grammy-award winning, 1997 IBMA album of the year True Life Blues: The Songs of Bill Monroe, and the Grammy-nominated Ralph Stanley & Friends’ release Clinch Mountain Country.

New England native Tom Rozum "possesses an earnest tenor voice in the vein of contemporary bluegrass great Tim O'Brien, and peels off rhythmically crisp licks on mandolin and guitar." —Derk Richardson In 1998, he released his debut solo album Jubilee on Dog Boy Records. “Without reservation, one of 1998’s most rewarding acoustic releases.” —Amazon.com

In 2004, Lewis & Rozum released their third duo album, Guest House (their first for HighTone Records), a characteristically versatile and engaging offering of love songs, laments, social commentary, and freewheelin' fun in the spirit of old-time music. Laurie and Tom pay homage to such eminent influences as Woody Guthrie, Hazel Dickens, Grandpa Jones, and the inimitable Bill Monroe, adding their own distinctive touches to traditional favorites as well as performing several of Laurie’s nonpareil compositions.

For more info: laurielewis.com

Lorenzo Trujillo & Company Sandia Stage: 2:30 pm Jemez Stage: 7:30 pm

Lorenzo Trujillo has been a musician, ethnic dancer, and folklorist for four decades. His roots in the traditions of the 1840’s of Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico permeate his performances with Southwest Musicians, a multi-generational group whose music has been handed down through many generations of family musicians. In 2004, Dr. Trujillo was awarded the Hilos Culturales Distinguished Traditional Folk Artist Premio for his lifetime contributions to the traditional Hispanic traditions of Southern Colorado and New Mexico, and in 2009, he was inducted into the Colorado Chicano Music Hall of Fame.

For more info: lorenzotrujillo.com

The Gomez Band Sandia Stage: 4:30 pm Jemez Stage: 9:30 pm

The Gomez Band plays waila (also known as chicken scratch) dance music from the Tehono O'odham tribe in Southern Arizona. The intricate melody lines of the polkas, mazurkas, cumbias, and schottisches are played with saxophones and accordians, accompanied by guitar, bass, and drums. The chicken scratch sound is the result of Southwestern, Mexican and European influences, and the music is also similar to Southwestern Hispanic music, such as grupero, conjunto, norteño and tejano music.

Le Chat Lunatique Sandia Stage: 9:30 pm

Le Chat Lunatique plays a combination of Gypsy Swing, Western Swing, with influences of classical, reggae, doowop, and other styles into into strikingly original compositions and audaciously reworked standards alike. Muni Kulasinghe’s theatrical vocals and his violin are inspired as much by a legless Polish gypsy he encountered on his vagabond travels as by the great Grappelli. Guitarist John Sandlin is the classicist who fell under the sway of Reinhardt and plays with ferocious dexterity . Jared Putnam’s slap-happy bass and slyly sweet vocals belie the sinisterly innocent one whose dark past embraces both death metal and Western swing. Drummer Fernando Garavito is the mysterious and gracious Colombian who appeared by magic in New Mexico to play his deep-pocketed grooves.

For more information: lechatlunatique.com

Squash Blossom Boys Sandia Stage: 8:30 pm

Blending tradition and contemporary influences, the Americana band Squash Blossom Boys bring together a mix of Old Time, Swing, and driving Bluegrass music. With Dustin Orbesen, Kit Murray, Kyle Malone, and Maren Hatch (yes, the boys now have a woman band member), the Squash Blossom Boys have won several awards including Pickin’ in the Pines and Albuquerque Folk Festival’s band competitions, as well as The Weekly Alibi’s “Best of Burque”.

For more info: squashblossomboys.com

Sid Hausman Sandia Stage: 6:30 pm

Sid Hausman of Tesuque, NM writes songs of folk and Western Americana, and is a strong varied instrumentalist, playing banjo, 12-string guitar, baritone ukulele, harmonica and bones. Sid's songs and stories reflect his experience with Native Americans, the influence of Hispanic culture and the rural environment of the Southwest. A BMI writer, he is also a member of the Western Music Association. Sid's latest CD with Liz Masterson and Washtub Jerry is Colorado Belle.

For more info: sidhausman.com

Holy Water & Whiskey Jemez Stage: 12:30 pm

Winner of Best Vocal and Best Western Song in 2011, Holy Water and Whisky has been delighting audiences for over 8 years with their fine harmony singing, great humor, and traditional, folk, original, bluegrass, gospel, and cowboy musical selections. The group consists of Maggie Washburne on bass, Scott Altenbach on guitar, and Bruce Washburne on guitar and banjo.

For more info: holywaterandwhiskey.com

Duke City Swampcoolers Jemez Stage: 11:30 am

The Duke City Swampcoolers of Albuquerque, play bluegrass music as well as original tunes, folk, and gospel, with a little jazz and swing thrown in for good measure.  Formed in 2004, members include Tony Smith, Bill Dufault, Jon Bryan, Aaron Combs, and Tony Kahn.

For more info: thedukecityswampcoolers.com

Los Primos Mt. Taylor Stage: 12:30 pm

Los Primos, a seasoned group of musicians, perform authentic Mexican folk music with a passion and fresh perspective, drawing upon the traditional music of the Mariachi and Trio Romantico. They have earned a reputation for the variety of music they play and the ability to adapt each show to entertain their audience. Their colorful and festive guayabera shirts have become a trademark which parallels the unique and festive entertainment that this group provides.

For more info: theseranata.com

The Buckarettes Sandia Stage: 5:30 pm

The Buckarettes are an almost all-female group of well seasoned musicians that span the styles of rare and collectible western swing, eclectic selections from the 40’ and 50’s, as well as compositions from modern day writers. Their performances are known for outstanding cowgirl harmonies, superb musicianship, swingin’ hips and fringe, kick-up-your-boots-rhythm and spontaneous silliness.

For more info: buckarettes.com

The Porter Draw Jemez Stage: 1:30 pm

Albuquerque's The Porter Draw is an Americana band, with their roots firmly planted in bluegrass and country with punk influences. Influenced by an eclectic mix of Steve Earle, Robert Earl Keen, Appalachian mountain bluegrass, band members include Ben Wood (banjo), Russell James Pyle (guitar, vocals), Joshua Gingerich (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Dandee Fleming (bass), and Joey Gonzales (drums, percussion).

For more info: theporterdraw.com

Three String Bale Mt. Taylor Stage: 5:30 pm

Americana band Three String Bale perform Americana with a blend of old time and bluegrass influences with members Bard Edrington (acoustic guitar, banjo, mandolin, vocals), Tom Studer (acoustic guitar, electric/lead/slide guitar, harmonica, vocals, percussion), and singer/songwriter Sarah Ferrell (upright acoustic bass, vocals).

For more info: www.threestringbale.com

Saltine Ramblers Sandia Stage: 7:30 pm

The Saltine Ramblers started as a group of friends bringing their diverse influences to acoustic jams in a Los Lunas living room in 2004. Bluegrass, alt-country, old time fiddle tunes, folk, blues, cajun, rock & roll, the Grateful Dead and life in New Mexico are all influences that commingle in the music, including originals that they create. Musicians include original members Kevin Strange (guitar, vocals) Cory Minefee (electric guitar, vocals) David Ivey (fiddle, mandolin, vocals) with old friend Dave Payne (bass, squeeze box, vocals) and new friend Mark Beck (pedal steel, cowboy hat).

For more info: myspace.com/saltineramblers

Finn's Thumb Sandia Stage: 1:30 pm

Albuquerque’s own Irish music trio Finn’s Thumb performs traditional songs and music of Ireland with respect and passion. Finn's Thumb has been playing music together since June of 2010, performing at playhouses, pubs, weddings, and corporate and public events throughout Albuquerque. The trio includes Jeannie Dyke (guitar, vocals, whistle, flute) Dain Forsythe (flute, whistles, bohdrán, vocals) and Pam Morden (violin, mandolin, bouzouki).

For more info: finnsthumb.com

Ladyfingers Sandia Stage: 12:30 pm

The Ladyfingers, an all-woman band from Albuquerque, present Celtic, Gypsy, and Old-World folk music, along with some fun singing. A delicious mix of acoustic instruments with Pat Arruffo (fiddle), Barb Belknap (mandolin), Erika Gerety (bass), and Gretchen Newman (guitar).

For more info: Ladyfingers

Saoirse Mt. Taylor Stage: 7:30 pm

Saoirse (Seer-shih), in Gaelic, means 'Freedom'. Saoirse, a 'Celtic-Eclectic' band, with current members Laura 'Io' Berg, Susan Taichert, John Brinduse, Lisa Nicols, Harlow Pinson, Will Hanley, and Glenn Maxwell, plays progressive Celtic World music. Complimentary vocals, along with a richly layered mix of flutes, fiddles, uilleann pipes, guitars, dulcimers, banjos, mandolins and Bodhrans, make Saoirse an enjoyable listening experience, and a great introduction the power and beauty of the Celtic musical tradition.

For more info: celticeclectic.com

Performance Stages

Sandia · Jemez · Mt. Taylor

Time	Name	Description
10:30 AM	Paul Pino and the Tone Daddies	We are a variety band with original hits on the radio, many nominations for state-wide musical awards, appearances on TV, features in print, film and other media throughout our great state of New Mexico and beyond. People frequently say they love our energy and the broad variety we offer. There is something for everyone (except disco freaks, sorry, just can't do it!) Paul Pino, vocals, song writing and guitar, is happy to have many of his original songs played on Southwestern radio stations. Brian Marquez on lead guitar, harmonica and vocals has played shows with Santana, toured with Elvin Bishop and recorded with Scotty Moore. Jesse Paul is a highly skilled and passionate drummer who has toured the Southwest and energized audiences with his versatility, precision and intensity. Greg Martinez is a smoothy; a gifted six string fretless bass player and studio musician who has also toured the southwest and won several awards for his recordings. We Have Two Goals 1. We strive to support New Mexico communities, businesses, schools and people. 2. We strive to ignite spontaneous outbursts of revelry and episodes of musical ecstasy.
11:30 AM	Nahalat Shalom Community Band	The Nahalat Shalom Community Klezmer Band (NSCKB) began in 1995, quickly growing into a large ensemble of 15-25 musicians. Klezmer music is the joyous dance music of the Jewish villages of old Eastern Europe represented on the band's CD: "Lomir Alle Tantzen!" The NSCKB performs throughout New Mexico including KlezmerQuerque.
12:30 PM	Ladyfingers	Ladyfingers is a four-piece women's ensemble specializing in fun and lively world folk music. From mazurkas to gypsy to traditional and popular tunes, the Ladyfingers' versatility spans from tasteful instrumental music to boisterous bar and party entertainment with an occasional special guest. With all band members hailing from the Albuquerque area, Ladyfingers features Pat Aruffo's sultry fiddle, Barb Belknap's twinkling mandolin, Erika Gerety's belt-out double bass, and Gretchen Newman's solid rhythm guitar. Singing and harmonizing abound. The Ladyfingers are listed in the New Mexico Music Directory (http://www.newmexicomusic.org , a part of the New Mexico Music Commission), and appear annually in different capacities at the Albuquerque Folk Festival. They also perform at the Old Town summer series, the Celtic Festival, at UNM functions, at weddings and private parties, and around Albuquerque at various restaurants, clubs, and taverns. When you hear Ladyfingers, you are in for a treat! Contact: Barb Belknap barbǶ7@comcast.net
1:30 PM	Finn's Thumb	Albuquerque's own Irish music trio Finn's Thumb performs traditional songs and music of Ireland with respect and passion. Finn's Thumb has been playing music together since June of 2010, performing at playhouses, pubs, weddings, and corporate and public events throughout Albuquerque. The trio includes Jeannie Dyke (guitar, vocals, whistle, flute) Dain Forsythe (flute, whistles, bohdrán, vocals) and Pam Morden (violin, mandolin, bouzouki).
2:30 PM	Lorenzo Trujillo	Lorenzo Trujillo has been a musician, ethnic dancer, and folklorist for four decades. His roots in the traditions of the 1840's of Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico permeate his performances with Southwest Musicians, a multi-generational group whose music has been handed down through many generations of family musicians. In 2004, Dr. Trujillo was awarded the Hilos Culturales Distinguished Traditional Folk Artist Premio for his lifetime contributions to the traditional Hispanic traditions of Southern Colorado and New Mexico, and in 2009, he was inducted into the Colorado Chicano Music Hall of Fame.
3:30 PM	Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum	Since forming a musical partnership in 1986, when Tom first joined Laurie's acclaimed band, Grant Street, Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum have recorded 12 albums and performed around the globe. These Grammy-nominated artists (for their 1995 album The Oak and the Laurel) are widely regarded as among the leading lights of modern bluegrass and are highly-prized by their peers as sidemen and producers. International Bluegrass Music Association executive director Dan Hays calls Laurie "one of the preeminent bluegrass and Americana artists of our time." Acclaimed musician Sam Bush puts it more simply, calling her "a great singer, terrific fiddle player, fine songwriter, and one very good band leader." Laurie also performed on both the Grammy-award winning, 1997 IBMA album of the year True Life Blues: The Songs of Bill Monroe, and the Grammy-nominated Ralph Stanley & Friends' release Clinch Mountain Country. New England native Tom Rozum "possesses an earnest tenor voice in the vein of contemporary bluegrass great Tim O'Brien, and peels off rhythmically crisp licks on mandolin and guitar." -Derk Richardson In 1998, he released his debut solo album Jubilee on Dog Boy Records. "Without reservation, one of 1998's most rewarding acoustic releases." -Amazon.com In 2004, Lewis & Rozum released their third duo album, Guest House (their first for HighTone Records), a characteristically versatile and engaging offering of love songs, laments, social commentary, and freewheelin' fun in the spirit of old-time music. Laurie and Tom pay homage to such eminent influences as Woody Guthrie, Hazel Dickens, Grandpa Jones, and the inimitable Bill Monroe, adding their own distinctive touches to traditional favorites as well as performing several of Laurie's nonpareil compositions.
4:30 PM	Alex Gomez Band	The Gomez Band plays waila (also known as chicken scratch) dance music from the Tehono O'odham tribe in Southern Arizona. The intricate melody lines of the polkas, mazurkas, cumbias, and schottisches are played with saxophones and accordians, accompanied by guitar, bass, and drums. The chicken scratch sound is the result of Southwestern, Mexican and European influences, and the music is also similar to Southwestern Hispanic music, such as grupero, conjunto, norteño and tejano music.
5:30 PM	Buckarettes	The Buckarettes are an almost all-female group of well seasoned musicians that span not only the styles of rare and collectible western swing, eclectic selections from the 40' & 50's, but also include compositions from modern day writers--even from within the group. Their performances are known for outstanding cowgirl harmonies, superb musicianship, swingin' hips and fringe, kick-up-your-boots-rhythm and spontaneous sillyness that erupts from the girls on stage and flows to their delighted audiences everywhere. The Buckarettes have enjoyed recognition around the state of New Mexico and parts of Arizona & Colorado. They have performed a vast array of shows--a 4-H hog-judging post party at the Santa Fe County Fair, an evening at the Biopark "Summer Nights" in Albuquerque, a swingin' set or two down in Las Cruces for the renowned "Cowboy Days", and a concert setting at the prestigious Cowboy Trappings exhibition in Flagstaff, AZ. Their music has been heard literally around the world on the radio waves in Germany, France, England, Australia, China & Japan to mention a few. They have appeared in magazines such as Cowboys and Indians, New Mexico Magazine, the Albuquerque Journal, Rope Burns, Crosswinds Weekly, and received a five star customer review on Amazon.com. They were featured in the culture section of the Dec. "Best of 2005" issue of Albuquerque the Magazine with a full page color photo and a downright upright write-up! They have shared the stage with regional giants Bill & Bonnie Hearne, Michael Hearne & South by Southwest, Syd Maters & the Swingriders, and international favorites like Chuck Pyle and Michael Martin Murphy. They warmed up for Wynonna Judd recently at the 2006 Buckaroo Ball and were one of the featured guests at the International Single Action Shooting Society (SASS) Convention in NM. Their self-titled CD (on Buckin' A! Records) features fourteen memorable tunes including a rollicking rendition of "Cowboys & Rodeos", which won them the 2002 New Mexico Industry Award for Best Vocal Performance and received a nomination for Album of the Year by the Academy of Western Artists in 2004. They also have a Christmas album under their belt called "Snow Angels" with a collection of rarely heard holiday songs for your seasonal listenin' and toe-tappin' pleasure! They are currently working on a new CD with more fun, reminiscent and "lust in the dust" songs, which will be out of the shoot shortly. Get your copies of the Buckarettes CD's at this year's Albuquerque Folk Festival!!
6:30 PM	Sid Hausman Trio	Sid Hausman of Tesuque, NM writes songs of folk and Western Americana, and is a strong varied instrumentalist, playing banjo, 12-string guitar, baritone ukulele, harmonica and bones. Sid's songs and stories reflect his experience with Native Americans, the influence of Hispanic culture and the rural environment of the Southwest. A BMI writer, he is also a member of the Western Music Association. Sid's latest CD with Liz Masterson and Washtub Jerry is Colorado Belle.
7:30 PM	Saltine Ramblers	Formed by old friends in 2004, the Saltine Ramblers are Kevin Strange (guitar) Cory Minefee (electric guitar, bass) Dave Ivey (fiddle, mandolin) and Dave Payne (bass, squeezebox). Their influences (bluegrass, classic country and rock & roll) have shaped their original compositions, with everyone in the band contributing songs to their debut CD Arroyo Borealis. The CD was recorded live in the studio and in addition to the original material, displays their energetic and original takes on songs by Bill Monroe, Ween, Woody Guthrie, John Hartford & the Handsome Family. A new studio CD will be recorded in Spring 2012, featuring a new batch of original material with select covers. The Saltine Ramblers have performed 250+ shows for thousands of people across the states of New Mexico and Colorado at festivals, pubs, clubs, weddings...even the NM State Fair! The band has five hours of material including a one hour acoustic set they have prepared for select festivals that discourage electric guitar playing. The wide range of material is perfect for any occasion and dancers enthusiastically shimmy, two-step or waltz to the songs as required. The Ramblers have streaming songs at http://myspace.com/saltineramblers, and on youtube.com
8:30 PM	Squash Blossom Boys	Beginning as a garage rock band, the Squash Blossom Boys played everything from jazz to reggae only to finally become a Bluegrass band. Odd as it may seem, the ensemble characterizes a new generation that does not define itself according to any one given style, movement, or genre of music. The Squash Blossom Boys are no exception. Influenced by the grunge rock of their youth, the virtuosity of Jazz music, and the finely tuned craftsmanship of acoustic instruments, the Boys retrofit Bluegrass to multitude of inspiration.
9:30 PM	Le Chat Lunatique	The type of music that Le Chat Lunatique plays is a combination of Gypsy Swing, Western Swing and anything else they please! Filthy, Mangy Jazz is their forte! All of this madness came about due to John Sandlin and Muni Kulasinghe's mutual love for the great Hot Club of France, a gypsy swing group from 1940's Paris, which included the combined genius of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grapelli. Jared Putnam's western swing background has fused itself into the mix and given them a fine repertoire of classic western swing tunes. In addition, Fernando Garavito's latin background has seeped into the rhythmic palette and given them a formidable groove. Le Chat Lunatique was voted "Best Jazz Act" in the Weekly Alibi's 2007 Best of Burque issue ("the best thing about this quartet's hot, Parisian-swing-style jazz is how immensely listenable and, well, fun it is"). They also won the 2007 New Mexico Talent Showcase in the Jazz/blues/gospel division. They have opened for Asleep at the Wheel, The Hot Club of San Francisco, and The Djangomatics.

Time	Name	Description
10:30 AM	La Rondalla de Albuquerque	La Rondalla de Albuquerque is a musical group dedicated to presenting traditional Hispanic songs of New Mexico. The group is sponsored by the City of Albuquerque and directed by Otilio Ruiz. There are 20 members of the group which includes singers accompanied by Mexican harps, vihuelas, guitarrons, guitars, a violin and mandolin. La Rondalla plays at the Patio Market in Old Town, Albuquerque from 10-12 AM every Saturday, spring, summer and fall. Contact: Scott Mathis mandowork@msn.com
11:30 AM	Duke City Swampcoolers	An eclectic mix of folk, bluegrass, and gospel music with a little jazz and swing thrown in for good measure
12:30 PM	Holy Water and Whiskey	Holy Water and Whiskey is an Albuquerque vocal trio that plays acoustic traditional, folk, bluegrass, gospel, cowboy, etc. and some select "whiskey" tunes. The group bases its arrangements on solid and straightforward instrumental playing with a special focus on the vocal harmonies found in the songs that they play. They also enjoy having fun interacting with their audience in the genuine belief that music and laughter are universally healing. The group consists of Maggie Washburne on bass, Scott Altenbach on guitar, and Bruce Washburne on guitar and banjo. The group was formed in 2003 and since that time, they have played at over 200 private and public events in New Mexico, California, Arizona and Iowa. They all got their start playing and performing during the folk movement of the 60's, and their musical tastes have evolved since then to include many other acoustic styles. Their first CD "Better Late than Never" reflects these varied interests. Their second CD "Spirits of All Kinds" was released in July 2008 and it continues their tradition of fine harmony singing and an eclectic and interesting selection of songs. Audiences say that they particularly appreciate the close and sweet harmonies in their songs as well as the interesting variety of songs and the human stories that those songs tell. They also enjoy their delightful jokes and their friendly rapport with the audience. Their beautifully rendered bluegrass gospel tunes and other tunes with spiritual themes sometimes earn them invitations to perform at church events, but they are just as much at home playing those and their other tunes at pubs, festivals, parties, fund raisers and other concert settings.
1:30 PM	The Porter Draw	Albuquerque's The Porter Draw is an Americana band, with their roots firmly planted in bluegrass and country with punk influences. Influenced by an eclectic mix of Steve Earle, Robert Earl Keen, Appalachian mountain bluegrass, band members include Ben Wood (banjo), Russell James Pyle (guitar, vocals), Joshua Gingerich (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Dandee Fleming (bass), and Joey Gonzales (drums, percussion).
2:30 PM	Cheap Shots	This energetic six-person acoustic band plays an eclectic mix of old time, Celtic, folk, country, blues, bluegrass, and swing.
3:30 PM	Special Orchestra	Special Orchestra®, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose purpose is to help persons with developmental disabilities share in the joy of making music. Using similarly tuned instruments (key of C), special orchestras can start playing right away! The New Mexico Special Orchestra, the pioneer ensemble of Special Orchestra, Inc., has been helping people with special needs make music since 1999.
4:30 PM	Up the Holler	Up the Holler is an old-time duo with Pat Bova (Long Gone Trio, Bovine) and Laura Marrich (5 Star Motelles, The Gracchi). Trading off guitar, banjo, mandolin and slide guitar, these two weave high and lonesome singing around original songs of the hills. Haunting storytelling, old-time picking and mountain harmonies are Up the Holler's hallmarks.
5:30 PM	Band Scramble	A casual competition between temporary bands with randomly-selected members. Everyone at the Festival is eligible to sign up.
6:30 PM	Sing Along: Woody's Legacy	Hosted by Dan Matthews, the Woody's Legacy sing-along will honor the centennial of Woody Guthrie's birth with songs from the American folk revival. This is the third year for this popular event that brings us all together to sing familiar songs.
7:30 PM	Lorenzo Trujillo	Lorenzo Trujillo has been a musician, ethnic dancer, and folklorist for four decades. His roots in the traditions of the 1840's of Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico permeate his performances with Southwest Musicians, a multi-generational group whose music has been handed down through many generations of family musicians. In 2004, Dr. Trujillo was awarded the Hilos Culturales Distinguished Traditional Folk Artist Premio for his lifetime contributions to the traditional Hispanic traditions of Southern Colorado and New Mexico, and in 2009, he was inducted into the Colorado Chicano Music Hall of Fame.
8:30 PM	Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum	Since forming a musical partnership in 1986, when Tom first joined Laurie's acclaimed band, Grant Street, Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum have recorded 12 albums and performed around the globe. These Grammy-nominated artists (for their 1995 album The Oak and the Laurel) are widely regarded as among the leading lights of modern bluegrass and are highly-prized by their peers as sidemen and producers. International Bluegrass Music Association executive director Dan Hays calls Laurie "one of the preeminent bluegrass and Americana artists of our time." Acclaimed musician Sam Bush puts it more simply, calling her "a great singer, terrific fiddle player, fine songwriter, and one very good band leader." Laurie also performed on both the Grammy-award winning, 1997 IBMA album of the year True Life Blues: The Songs of Bill Monroe, and the Grammy-nominated Ralph Stanley & Friends' release Clinch Mountain Country. New England native Tom Rozum "possesses an earnest tenor voice in the vein of contemporary bluegrass great Tim O'Brien, and peels off rhythmically crisp licks on mandolin and guitar." -Derk Richardson In 1998, he released his debut solo album Jubilee on Dog Boy Records. "Without reservation, one of 1998's most rewarding acoustic releases." -Amazon.com In 2004, Lewis & Rozum released their third duo album, Guest House (their first for HighTone Records), a characteristically versatile and engaging offering of love songs, laments, social commentary, and freewheelin' fun in the spirit of old-time music. Laurie and Tom pay homage to such eminent influences as Woody Guthrie, Hazel Dickens, Grandpa Jones, and the inimitable Bill Monroe, adding their own distinctive touches to traditional favorites as well as performing several of Laurie's nonpareil compositions.
9:30 PM	Alex Gomez Band	The Gomez Band plays waila (also known as chicken scratch) dance music from the Tehono O'odham tribe in Southern Arizona. The intricate melody lines of the polkas, mazurkas, cumbias, and schottisches are played with saxophones and accordians, accompanied by guitar, bass, and drums. The chicken scratch sound is the result of Southwestern, Mexican and European influences, and the music is also similar to Southwestern Hispanic music, such as grupero, conjunto, norteño and tejano music.

Time	Name	Description
10:30 AM	Sadaqah	Founded by Beth Beaver in 1996, Sadaqah is an ensemble of friends. Sadaqah is a word that means "friendship" in several middle-eastern languages. It has also come to represent an ideal of good will and mutual respect that transcends languages, cultures and borders. A unique group of musicians gather under the banner of Sadaqah to bring their talent and message to a world hungry for peace and harmony, not to mention fun!
11:30 AM	Music for All Seasons	From haunting airs and traditional Christian hymns with roots in the Celtic heart of the British Isles to foot-stomping American fiddle tunes, husband and wife duo Scott and Irma Reeder are accomplished singers, and play Celtic harp, hammered and mountain dulcimers, bowed psaltery, tin whistles, guitars and more!
12:30 PM	Los Primos	Based in the Santa Fe/Albuquerque area of New Mexico, Los Primos will perform where ever they are called. Los Primos, a seasoned group of musicians, perform with a passion and fresh perspective the traditional music of the Mariachi and Trio Romantico. They have earned a reputation for the variety of music they play and the ability to adapt each show to entertain their audience. Their colorful and festive guayabera shirts have become a trademark which parallels the unique and festive entertainment that this group provides. The group has performed for hundreds of events of every kind. Los Primos has performed for many public and private events both on and off stage at festivals, theatres, wedding ceremonies/receptions and private serenades/serenatas. Along with dance company Ballet en Fuego, Los Primos have produced the sold out "Fiesta de Colores" show. Performing for more than 40 weddings a year, Los Primos' acoustic music is a favorite of brides from around the world who choose to have their ceremony and reception in the beautiful and historic city of Santa Fe.
1:30 PM	Timothy Hill	Timothy Hill is an amazingly gifted and versatile singer, songwriter, guitarist and pianist. A dynamic and engaging performer whose broad range of experience with jazz, folk, and world music gives his music a richness and depth rarely heard today. Considered in the tradition of singer-songwriters, his voice draws comparisons to James Taylor, his incisive lyrics are reminiscent of Jackson Browne and Bruce Cockburn, and his musical dexterity and adventurousness is comparable to Tim Buckley. Hill, however, is following his own path, finding new textures and resonances, creating music with universal appeal in this global era. As an original member of David Hykes' world-renowned group The Harmonic Choir, he is one of the pioneers in the art of harmonic singing, or overtone singing. Writing in the New York Times, Robert Palmer called Hill a virtuoso of the Tibetan chanting technique. Hill appears on eight recordings by David Hykes and The Harmonic Choir, including their landmark recording, Hearing Solar Winds, and has performed with them throughout the United States, Europe, and Japan. He has also appeared as a guest vocalist on recordings by singer-songwriters Katell Keineg, Larry John McNally, Dorothy Scott, Jane Kelly Williams, new music cellist Robert Een, klezmer clarinetist extraordinaire Giora Feidman, and others. Hill performs his music frequently in and around New York City, where he currently lives. He has appeared at Sin-e, Fez, Mercury Lounge, The Living Room, and Joe's Pub, alongside artists such as Jeff Buckley, Susan McKeown, Martha Wainwright, and Teddy Thompson. In the past few years he has begun touring around the United States and Europe. He is currently involved in a wide variety of musical projects, including his group Wayfarer, with guitarist Brandon Ross, bassist Doug Weiss and percussionist Jeff Haynes; vocal research group Weave, with Marjorie Johnson, Seth Markel and Sanjay Cherubala; contemporary gospel group River, with Jane Kelly Williams, Dave Richards and Pete McDonald; and urban outsider acoustic group CC&H, with guitarists Chris Cunningham and Jason Crigler. He has produced three CDs of his music, This Bright World, The Human Place, and Spirit's Body. "Timothy Hill is an outstanding singer-songwriter whose beautifully expressive voice and texts, by turns warm and strong, personal and transcendent, are enchanting in their scope and range. The breadth and depth of his musical experiences, from some 30 years of overtone singing in The Harmonic Choir to pioneering contemporary, jazz and folk collaborations with a wide range of artists, gives his music and texts a special resonance and subtlety. An artist not be missed." David Hykes, founder/director, The Harmonic Choir "Timothy Hill is a true poet soul folksinger." Larry John McNally, singer-songwriter, "Nobody's Girl"(Bonnie Raitt), "For My Wedding"(Don Henley)
2:30 PM	Roger Dale	I am an Albuquerque-based performing songwriter who has had guitars stolen in four different states. I have personally shaken Kris Kristofferson's hand. Twice. I once sold a set of guitar strings to B.W. Stevenson. I worked a show with Phyllis Diller and Shari Lewis, and yes, Lambchop, too. I have received an actual royalty check that had numbers on the left side of the decimal point. I was able to meet Dallas Cowboys Danny White and Bob Brunig backstage at Billy Bob's. But the highest honor I have ever received was when a line from one of my songs was quoted on a headstone, someone's final resting place. Along the way, I have written more than 500 songs, been in a few bands that were able to make a living, worked with some of the nicest people and some of the biggest jerks around. I have been blessed enough to play my own tunes since 1974. I've performed in high-class bars, spit-on-the floor beer joints, night clubs, auditoriums, National Guard armories, student unions, coffee houses, streets, an assembly line, churches, casinos, school gyms, television studios, radio control rooms, opera houses, chuck wagon supper stages, Elks Lodges, Moose Lodges, Masonic Temples, hotels, nursing homes, motels, country clubs, festivals, restaurants, fairs, museums, front porches, campgrounds, and living rooms. I will play anywhere there are either: 1. Good sound; 2. Good vibes; or 3. Good money. 1 of 3=good gig, 2 of 3= great gig and once in a great while, 3 of 3= heaven. I now end this blathering with a quote from my song, Red Sky In The Morning, 'The truth might not seem right, yet, its rarely wrong'."
3:30 PM	Albuquerque Accordion Club	The club provides a regular forum where accordion players of all skill levels, beginners to advanced, have a place to play for and with like-minded other people in a supportive, non-competitive atmosphere.
4:30 PM	Bonnie Bluhm	Bonnie Bluhm has been singing professionally for over forty years since her teenage years in New York's Greenwich Village. Bonnie has lived and performed in the Northeast, Midwest, and on the West Coast but has made Albuquerque, New Mexico her home since 1973. She has been writing songs since she was a kid and talked about having her own band since she was four years old. Bonnie's first gigs in New Mexico included the old Thunderbird Bar in Placitas, opening for such acts as Asleep at the Wheel. In 1978 Bonnie and her brother, bass player Terry Bluhm created a country-rock band called Bonnie and the Boomerangs playing many a roadhouse and venue in New Mexico and southern Colorado, including the infamous Golden Inn, Okie's, and The Annual Chile Ski Off in Chama, New Mexico. In 1987 The Boomerangs recorded their album Crazy Moon with Manny Rettinger at Ubik Sound in Albuquerque, which was nominated for Best Country Album of the Year at the New Mexico MIC Awards. Manny, on the liner notes for that album says "{Bonnie} has a natural gift of songwriting and... immense vocal powers..." Bonnie Bluhm's songs have been recorded for film and video sound tracks, she has performed in theater, TV, radio, concerts, many benefits, festivals, clubs and celebrations of every kind, from Seattle to Nebraska to New York City to Santa Fe. She is proud of being a finalist in the legendary Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas in 1988. Bonnie is a talented and original songwriter and a soulful seasoned singer. She often performs with her brother Terry on bass, and Claude Stephenson on mandolin. She has 4 albums out: Crazy Moon (newly re-mastered CD), Winterbird, Wheels Keep Rolling, and Wounded. At present, besides her own gigs, Bonnie is the Entertainment Coordinator for OFFCenter Community Art Project in downtown Albuquerque, organizing coffeehouses and hiring and organizing music for the Annual OFFCenter Folk Fest. You can hear a track from Bonnie's album Wounded on Youtube with a slide show Bonnie put together as a kind of history in pictures of her musical career at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTRAn2rzJ4c
5:30 PM	Three String Bale	Americana band Three String Bale perform Americana with a blend of old time and bluegrass influences with members Bard Edrington (acoustic guitar, banjo, mandolin, vocals), Tom Studer (acoustic guitar, electric/lead/slide guitar, harmonica, vocals, percussion), and singer/songwriter Sarah Ferrell (upright acoustic bass, vocals).
6:30 PM	Seth Hoffman	Seth Hoffman is a singer/songwriter/musician as well as a 4th grade teacher who writes songs about the things, people, and places around him. At the moment, it's just him. He is in a band called Seth Hoffman, or Setherino. Seth has played with all kinds of musicians with whom he crosses paths; drummers, bass players, all sorts of other hooligans that come and go - each adding their flavor and spice. He has been in such bands as: Meat the Vegans, Candle Tone, The Verbs, and Stella Blue's own Seth and Jacob. Influences include The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Radio Head, Donovan, James Brown, Lil' Rev, Neil Young, Richard Davis, Patti Smith, Reverend Willie P. Richardson, Yo Mamma, My Mamma, Ronald Dahl, Shel Silverstein, Leonard Cohen, Janis Joplin, Aretha Franklin, Woody Guthrie, and Civitas. Contact Information: http://www.myspace.com/sethhoffman and Facebook , as well as seth_hoffman@yahoo.com
7:30 PM	Saoirse	Saoirse (Seer-shih), in Gaelic, means 'Freedom'. Saoirse, Albuquerque's finest 'Celtic-Eclectic' band, with current members Laura 'Io' Berg, Susan Taichert, John Brinduse, Lisa Nicols, Harlow Pinson, Will Hanley, and Glenn Maxwell, plays progressive Celtic World music. Complimentary vocals, along with a richly layered mix of flutes, fiddles, uilleann pipes, guitars, dulcimers, banjos, mandolins and Bodhrans, make Saoirse an enjoyable listening experience, and a great introduction the power and beauty of the Celtic musical tradition. Don't miss this Southwest favorite! They can be contacted at info@celticeclectic.com
8:30 PM	A Band Named Sue	Wrong for all the right reasons, A Band Named Sue is the gender bent love child of Neil Young and Dolly Parton. Coupling an "Alternative Folk Country Bluegrassabilly Blend" of tributes and originals with a flirtatious charm, Sue is bound to make their audience smile. Members include founder Adrien Lawyer (guitar, vocals); Persephone Wilson (vocals); Wendy Miner (banjo, vocals), Dair Obenshain (fiddle, vocals), and Steff Chanat (mandolin, vocals). Hitch a ride on A Band Named Sue's wagon – delivering diverse entertainment to a diverse world.

A SIGN-UP STAGE for Family-appropriate Acoustic Folk Music, Dance, and Storytelling

The popular Sign-up Stage returns for 2012. This venue is a centrally-located opportunity for people (musical bands, individuals, dancers, singers, etc.) to sign up and perform for 30 minutes on our stage. On Saturday, new group/individual will perform every 45 minutes. This is a great opportunity for people to be seen and to share your musical talents with all festival-goers.

New for 2012: Thanks to Gary Roller, we have a delightful stage this year.

Specifics:

• Sound. All performers will be able to use our professional sound system and operator, which will consist of two omni microphones and other microphones/lines for bass and/or keyboard.
• Time Slots. There will be three time-slots of five performances each:
  • Saturday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
    • 10:00, 10:45, 11:30, 12:15, and 1:00
  • Saturday 2:00 - 6:00
    • 2:00, 2:45, 3:30, 4:15, and 5:00
  • Saturday 6:00 - 10:00
    • 6:00, 6:45, 7:30, 8:15, and 9:00
• Sign Ups: All performers will be first-come first-served and must sign up beginning one hour before each slot until such time as the list is filled. Note that on Saturday morning, the first sign-ups will be at 10:00 am because the festival opens at that time. We reserve the right to block out a few slots for our Volunteers/Managers/Directors who will not be able to go to the sign-up sheets in a timely manner because of their duties at the festival.
• Each group/performer will play for 30 minutes, thus allowing 15 minutes between each group/performer.
• There will be a manager/assistant in charge of the Sign-up Stage to ensure an orderly transition between performers and to resolve any questions about sign-up procedures and eligibility.
• Each performance must comply with all the rules/requirements of the festival, including professionalism and no profanity, etc.
• The festival reserves the right to terminate or eliminate performances which are not family appropriate and may not fall within our mission (i.e. folk traditions as seen at this festival, not rock etc).

For additional information, contact Gary Libman, Director ABQ Folk Festival 2012, at .

Dancing at the Festival

The dancing just gets better and better every year at the Festival. On Saturday, the dance workshops, in two venues, start at 10:30 a.m. Take a dinner break at 6:30 p.m. and then come back for the Saturday evening dances that start at 7:30 p.m.. This year, the Barn Dance co-sponsored by ADC will feature Cathy Faber's Swingin' Country Band, and the Contra Dance, sponsored by FolkMADS, will feature the Albuquerque Megaband with Wendy Graham calling.

Of course, you can always dance to the live music at various venues around the festival. And if you feel like dance jammin', you can join in the Band/Dance Scramble, with planning, rehearsal, and name creation from 4:30-5:30 p.m. and performance from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Dance Workshops

Here's our 2012 dance workshop schedule, with two dance venues. Don't miss the chance to try all kinds of different dancing styles. Thanks to Patsy Gregory for organizing the dance workshops.

Dance Tent

Time	Session	Name	Description
10:30 AM	Scottish Country Dance	Kenneth Armstrong	The Enchantment Scottish Country Dancers (http://www.losalamos.com/nmrscds/) love dancing. We meet on Friday nights and new people are very welcome to join us. Scottish Country Dancing is usually done in a four couple set. The dances are Reels, Jigs and Strathspeys and are great fun and good exercise. Further information from Kenneth Armstrong at 294-0042 or karmstrong00@comcast.net.
11:30 AM	Contra Dance	Wendy Graham with 5 Dog String Band	Contra dancing is traditional American folk dancing most often done with a partner across form you in a long set. Each couple dances with the couple next to them and with the larger set, forming moving figures as the couples progress up or down the set. These dances are social, providing opportunity for dancers to relate to each other in a fun and non-stressful way. All of the dances are taught, and beginners are welcomed warmly and encouraged. You can do contra and traditional community dancing with the New Mexico Folk Music and Dance Society (FolkMADS). In Albuquerque, community dances are held on the first and third Saturday of every month at the Heights Community Center. In Santa Fe, the dances are on the second and fourth Saturday of every month at the Odd Fellows Hall on Cerrillos Rd. More information can be found at: http://www.folkmads.org . Wendy Graham is a self-described "dance maniac" who serves up delicious and nutritious dances for all with infectious enthusiasm and a smile. A Country Dance and Song Society (CDSS) board member, Wendy leads weekly folk, swing and Latin dances in her current hometown, Durango, Colorado. She also calls at community dances, dance weekends, and dance weeks throughout the U.S. and abroad. Her roots are in English, American, and Scandinavian dance and music but she also enjoys experimenting with non-traditional music and choreography crossover. In 2011, she celebrated twenty years of folk music and dance involvement. Find out where in the world Wendy is at http://www.perkypantsdance.com .
12:30 PM	Square Dance	Kris Jensen with Victory Chicken	Square dancing is a truly American folk dance that's evolved over the years to its current modern form. In this session, we'll learn dances that show how square dancing has changed over time, and you'll see a demo of the exciting modern dance where the dancers never know what will come next. You won't need any experience to try a little do-si-do; everyone's welcome. Kris Jensen calls both modern and traditional squares locally and around the country. For more information on modern square dancing in Albuquerque, check the Albuquerque Square Dance Center's website at http://www.asdc.org .
1:30 PM	Irish Ceili Dance	Norita Callahan	A lively Irish hoedown, led by Norita Callahan, with round, line and square figures danced to reels 'n jigs 'n hornpipe music. Traditional Irish Ceili (K-lee)dance classes for beginners - pre-teen to adult - are held on Wednesday evenings at 7pm.** These classes have been on-going in Albuquerque since 1985. Ceili dances are simple, mildly aerobic and no partner is needed. We dance 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 and 16 hand dances in round, square and line formations. The lively music - which makes your feet want to dance - are reels, jigs, polkas and hornpipes. Please call/email Norita 298-2708, noraabq@yahoo.com for more information. IT'S FUN - Join us...
2:30 PM	Irish Step Dance	Coleman Academy of Irish Dance	Irish Step Dance is noted for leaps, points, and other precise foot movements, done to complex rhythms such as jigs, reels, and hornpipes. Two varieties, soft shoe and hard shoe, can be done as solos, in couples, or in larger groups. The Coleman Academy does performances and offers classes on Saturdays to anyone ages 5 though adult at all levels.
3:30 PM	International Folk Dancing	Noralyn Parsons and Patsy Gregory	"International Folk Dance" can be dances from - well - anywhere!! Favorites of local groups include dances from Albania, Armenia, Bulgaria, Romania, Greece, Israel, Turkey, and other faraway places, but also Northern European couple and set dances, waltz, swing, salsa, rueda, and even contra and English country dances! Noralyn Parsons grew up with folk dancing parents in Tennessee, and enjoys dancing and teaching locally with several local groups. Patsy Gregory, a current AFF Board Member and this year's dance manager, started folk dancing in about 1955 in Los Alamos, New Mexico. She also plays flute in the Nahalat Shalom Community Klezmer Band, as well as singing in Tan y Ddraig, the local mixed voice Welsh Choir. Folk music and dancing are a very important part of her life. The two International groups in town include the Thursday night group at the First Unitarian Church on Carlisle, NE, and the Saturday night group at Lloyd Shaw Dance Center. Both groups welcome beginners at any time, and you don't need to bring a partner! We'll try to have flyers with details on local groups (including the international groups, the Scandinavian group, the Hungarian group, salsa contacts, etc.) available at the Festival. There are also events where you can dance to live music, such as the Greek Festival, Goddess of Arno Balkan Dance Parties, and FolkMADS events. Look for them in the local media, as many are irregularly scheduled.
4:30 PM	Klezmer Dance	Rikud Yiddish Dancers and Nahalat Shalom Community Band	Fun, easy and joyous Yiddish folk dances with Albuquerque's own Yiddish dance troupe 'Rikud' and live music from The Nahalat Shalom Community Klezmer band. Rikud Yiddish dance troupe is open for all to join in and dance. Contact Michele Diel for more details: 505-265-6748 e-mail: dancerMichele@gmail.com. Rikud usually rehearses with The Nahalat Shalom Community Klezmer band on Sundays from 2-4pm. Both groups co-produce and perform in Albuquerque's annual Klezmer music and dance festival ""KlezmerQuerque"" - held in February over Presidents day weekend.
5:30 PM	Country Western Swing	Susan and Gary Kellogg	You'll be dancing swing by the end of class - no partners needed! Come practice your new steps at the Barn Dance Saturday evening at 7:30 in the dance tent. If you want to learn about fun dance activities in New Mexico as well learn how to dance just about any form of dance, please sign up to receive my free dance e-newsletter, Local DanceNews by replying to glkello@nmia.com or call 505-299-3737. Also contact me for information on the Albuquerque Swing & Country Dance Club activities (over 700 members), about the ongoing dance lessons offered at The Dirty Bourbon Dance Hall every Tuesday and Wednesday, and classes offered through U.N.M. Continuing Education . We look forward to dancing with you soon!

Indoor Dance

Time	Session	Name	Description
11:30 AM	Zwiefache	Donna Howell	The zwiefacher (TSWEE-FAKH-ER) is a living folk dance from Bavaria. The catchy music alternates between ¾ and 2/4. Couples dance waltz steps to the waltz bars (3/4) and pivot steps to the 2/4 bars. Live music!! Zwiefache have been around since Columbus was in diapers. Two forms of documentation have been preserved from the 1400's; musical notation and arrest records. Arrest records? Dancing in a closed hold, even with your spouse, was equivalent to 'doing it' in public. Basically, the dance is a fast turning waltz sprinkled with pivots. A couple's rate of rotation will continuously speed and slow, centrifugal forces changing at the same time. If you never dance it again, you'll still come away with improved social waltz skills. The workshop will be blessed with live music from Gary Papenhagen, Della Okeeffe and Lara Aho. The tunes are melodic to the point of being 'ear-worms' and each tune has its set pattern of waltzes and pivots.You may consider it wise to wear shoes that protect your toes. A video of folks dancing zwiefache is at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWp8lz0fJ3k&feature=related Instructor Donna Howell has taught historic and modern couple dances for over 25 years. She currently teaches at the Genoveva Chavez Community Center in Santa Fe, produces a program of dance music on Santa Fe Public Radio KSFR 101.1 FM and can be reached at donna_jhowell@hotmail.com.
12:30 PM	Hawaiian Dance	Cindi Heffner with Ha`aheo O Hawai`i	Halau Hula Ha`aheo O Hawai`i shares ALOHA and hula thoughout the Southwest. Come and learn the basic hand, foot, and body movements that entwine to tell stories of Hawaii's history and every aspect of Hawaiian life. The group is directed by native Hawaiian Cindi Heffner.
1:30 PM	Belly Dance	Joy Germack with Sadaqah	Traditional Greek Belly Dance, Tsifteteli, with live music, often seen at weddings and parties, for both men and women.
2:30 PM	Bhangra Dance Blowout	Jennifer Woods	Bhangra is the exuberant hip-hoppy folk dance style from the Punjab region of northern India. It is a celebration of life and community, and is part of many festive events throughout India. Almost every Bollywood movie features a Bhangra dance, and it has worked its way into the nightclub scenes in Delhi, London and New York. Come to this workshop to have fun dancing to some really hot beats.
3:30 PM	Argentine Tango	The Tango Club of Albuquerque	Tango is a sensuous yet very intricate social dance. In the workshop students will learn a few basic steps, how to keep the dance frame and how to move to the music. Come with your partner or by yourself.
4:30 PM	New Mexico Traditional Quadrilles	Lorenzo Trujillo with High Desert Dancers	Lorenzo Trujillo will teach the 5-part "Las Quadrillas" dance from early Territorial northern New Mexico. The High Desert Dancers will demonstrate the dances. Workshop participants are encouraged to learn the dances or play the accompanying music.
5:30 PM	Cuban Style Salsa and Rueda de Casino	Sarita Streng	In Cuba, the "equivalent" of salsa dance is known as "casino." Casino is a vibrant dance that has incorporated son, mambo, chacha, Afro-Cuban sacred dance, East Coast swing and more into its movements. Casino may also be danced in a circle or wheel - similar to contra dance - with partner switching and a caller. Come experience the "de facto" national dance of Cuba at this workshop taught by Sarita Streng. Sarita has traveled to Cuba seven times to study dance and co-directed and co-produced the documentary film "La Salsa Cubana."

Evening dancing for everybody

Saturday Night

Variety Barn Dance "under the stars" in the Dance Tent, 7:30-10:30 p.m., sponsored in part by the Albuquerque Dance Club. Music by Cathy Faber's Swingin' Country Band

and

NM FolkMADS Contra Dance in the Indoor Dance area from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m..  Music by the Albuquerque Megaband and calling by Wendy Graham

Jamming at the Festival

What's a folk festival without the opportunity to play with your fellow folk? At the Albuuqerque Folk Festival, we provide three "formal" jamming venues plus as many informal venues as there are shady benches. It's easy to bring your instrument to the festival; you can check your instrument for free from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, so there's no excuse not to come ready to jam all day.

And this year, the jamming will start Friday night, and continue into Sunday morning at our free dry camping area. Whether you're camping or not, you're welcome to jam into the night on both Friday and Saturday nights.

Jam with the Band

There's a lot of local talent here in Albuquerque and New Mexico, and we're offering Jam with the Band as an avenue where musicians can play or sing along with some of our great local bands. It's ok just to listen too. Come on out and meet some of the great folk and traditional music bands on the local music scene. Don't forget to bring your instruments.

Time	Session	Name	Description
10:30 AM	Cowboy Swing/60s Folk	Sabinal Sisters	Old rock, folk, country
11:30 AM	Country/Folk/Swing	Gary Reynolds and the Southwest Wind Band	The Southwest Wind band started in 2007 and formed around Gary Reynolds and his folk, rock, and country-western styles. Concentrating on the '60s to the '80s, the band brings many old favorites back to life, including the likes of John Denver, Michael Martin Murphy, Neil Young, Hank Williams, and The Eagles.
12:30 PM	Old Time	Virginia Creepers	The Virginia Creepers will be leading a jam, playing popular hits from the 1800's and early 1900's. The Virginia Creepers have been playing Appalachian string band music since the waning years of the last century. As two-time winners of the Old Time Band Contest at the Santa Fe Old Time and Bluegrass festival, the "Creepers" are, arguably, among the best practitioners of the Old-Timey art in New Mexico, an honor equivalent to having the best green chile enchiladas in North Carolina.
1:30 PM	English Country Dance Music	Mad Robin	"Mad Robin" is the current name for a group of talented and experienced musicians who have been playing together in different bands and types of music for over 20 years. Musical tunes are selected from English Country, Old Timey Fiddle, waltzes of all ethnicities, swing, classical and folk/pop songs of Latin, Irish, German and Scandanavian origins. "Mad Robin" is the name of a particular move in English Country Dancing, the name of a specific tune, and a particularly good name for a group of slightly crazy mature musicians who are always weaving new harmonies around each other and old tunes while in their heads imagining how they would be dancing it if they weren't sitting there playing for you! The members include: Tom Hunter, mandolin/guitar/vocals, has played for Megaband, and danced with Folkmads and International Folk dancing for decades. (Sometimes he'd rather dance than play.) He has also been a member of "Ketulka's Retreat", focusing on jazz, swing, and Latin tunes. By day he uses lightning electricity to fix things at UNM. Doc Litchman, clarinet, who is also a notorious caller of English Country Dance in our community. He was an originator of the group "Boxwood Consort." He was an outstanding instructor of chemistry at UNM, noted one of the members who took one of his courses. Gary Mayhem, guitar, who shines in English Country and classical styles, was a member of "Boxwood Consort." He also plays with "Megaband." He is a retired-NOT tired- math teacher. Julie Paladino, viola and violin, was a member of "Half Gypsy" and "Baillywick". She has also played with "String Song" and "Tersetto Trio." By day, Julie teaches orchestra in Albuquerque Public Schools (God bless her!), and on certain nights, she moonlights as a player or folk dancer. Sherilyn Welton, cello/piano/harp/violin/vocals, has been a member of "Boxwood Consort," "Tersetto Trio", "Megaband," and an originator of "Distant Cousins," "Ketulka's Retreat" and "String Song." She has also played with the Santa Fe Symphony and Musical Theater Southwest, and sung with "Opera Southwest" and "Opera Unlimited." She owns and runs a music store in Los Lunas, (come see it!) teaches high school English, private music lessons, and dances in her not-spare time.
2:30 PM	Bluegrass	Lost Howlin' Coyotes	The Lost Howlin' Coyotes are a New Mexico based Bluegrass band. Steeped in traditional Bluegrass and gospel music, the Coyotes deliver a unique blend of original tunes, bluegrass standards, gospel favorites and plenty of surprises at every performance. Band founders Tony Mora and Gordon West teamed up in 2005 as an acoustic duo winning several awards in local competitions and festivals. They have since added the talents of Randy Dupuy on banjo and vocals, Cat Rose Mora on bass fiddle and vocals, and Louis Blackwell on the fiddle.
3:30 PM	Irish Traditional	Finn's Thumb	Albuquerque's own Irish music trio Finn's Thumb performs traditional songs and music of Ireland with respect and passion. Finn's Thumb has been playing music together since June of 2010, performing at playhouses, pubs, weddings, and corporate and public events throughout Albuquerque. The trio includes Jeannie Dyke (guitar, vocals, whistle, flute) Dain Forsythe (flute, whistles, bohdrán, vocals) and Pam Morden (violin, mandolin, bouzouki).
5:30 PM	Old Time	Flagpole Salad	"Old time, all the time"
6:30 PM	Folk/Bluegrass/Blues	Muddy River String Band	Muddy River String Band plays an eclectic mix of Americana. From folk to blues, bluegrass to old-time, we play what we like. Our unusual instrumentation includes the hammered dulcimer and the 'cello. Our music is bright and energetic, with the occasional moody tune
7:30 PM	No Host Open Jam

Hosted Jams

At the hosted jam tent, there's a new host every hour. Hosts are mostly there to encourage musicians to pick a song or start a song and to make sure that everyone gets an opportunity to participate. In addition, hosts bring their own unique flare to the jam.

Hosted Jam

Time	Session	Name	Description
10:30 AM	Mixed Folk	Carl Allen & Sandra Veith	Mixed folk and country music with vocal harmonies and guitar, dobro and bass.
11:30 AM	Mom's Swing	Tom Hunter	Mom, born in 1917, enjoyed and shared the songs with which she grew up, in the 20s and 30s, when much of popular music was infused with jazz. From the big bands to the Beatles in the 60s, she enjoyed a variety of songs. My focus will be to play with whoever comes. Please bring some old songs that someone who has inspired you musically might have shared with you! If they swing, then that will be like icing! If there's schmaltz, then some may waltz!
12:30 PM	Old Time Singalong	Jerry Grayson
1:30 PM	Bluegrass	Steve Morgan
2:30 PM	Celtic	Tom Tunney
3:30 PM	Folk Singalong	Dan Matthews
5:30 PM	Celtic	Fonn Sona	Fonn Sona (meaning 'Happy Melody') performs a generous blend of Celtic songs and tunes, featuring Dee Meier and John Green on vocals, Cleve Sharp on flute, and Chuck Butler on bodhran.
6:30 PM	Folk/Popular	Bruce Davis
7:30 PM	No Host Open Jam

2012 Workshops

All of these workshops are designed for festival goers' participation. Even if you don't have an instrument to play, workshop presenters and/or other participants can often loan you one or share theirs to give you chance for a little hands on. Don't be shy! Come join the fun! And if you do have an instrument at home, don't hesitate to bring it along. We have an instrument check room available from the festival start until 10:00 PM so you don't have to lug that instrument around all day if you don't want to.

One of the great things about the folk festival is that everybody participates. Performers are more than willing to share their expertise with everyone at the festival. This year, you'll find Paul Pino, Sid Hausman, Tim Hill, and members of the Alex Gomez Band leading workshops.

Workshops labeled with a (B) are especially targeted to beginners. If a workshop is labeled with an (I), it's for intermediate players.

Thanks to Scott Reeder for organizing the instrumental workshops and Art Brooks for organizing the vocal workshops.

Workshop Tent 1

Time	Session	Name	Description
10:30 AM	Introduction to Bodhrán (B)	Dain Forsythe	You'll feel the heartbeat of Irish traditional music when you learn the rudiments of how to play Ireland's drum. This is a hands on workshop for everyone.
11:30 AM	Rhythm Bones (B)	David Wilson	Learn how to play this simple but versatile rhythm instrument. Bones can be played with almost any genre of folk music and fit nicely in your back pocket. A limited supply of bones will be available for use during the workshop. Otherwise, bring your own or buy yourself a pair for an affordable price from our vendors.
12:30 PM	Apple Mountain Strings & Things	Apple Mountain String & Things	Albuquerque-based acoustic instrument club where players at all skill levels enjoy well-loved folk tunes with friends. Come and just listen, or bring your instrument and play along.
1:30 PM	Mountain Dulcimer (B)	Irma Reeder	Spend some time enjoying this versatile instrument! It's easy and fun to get started. We'll cover some basics for beginners, then enjoy playing songs with parts for all skill levels. Come and play along! Some instruments provided. Irma is the 2009 Colorado State and 2011 Texas State mountain dulcimer champion. She is also co-founder and director of the New Mexico Dulcimer Festival.
2:30 PM	Build a Washtub Bass	Cliff Johnson	Learn how to build and play a Washtub Bass by building one with a 5-gallon pail. Materials provided, take your finished instrument home with you (and play it at other festival activities).
3:30 PM	Beginning Banjo (B)	Pat Neff	Basic rolls (and not a drum!) Get started with 3 finger style banjo. Basic chords, pinches and rolls and how to fit them into songs. Bring your banjo!!!!

Workshop Tent 2

Time	Session	Name	Description
10:30 AM	Mandolin (B)	Laurie Phillips	Bring your ax and learn which end is right (and don't be left). You don't need to read music ... but we won't hold it against you if you can! We'll discuss the local music scene, point to some things to work on, and practice some basic moves and tactics. And we WILL learn a tune. As always: a handout to take home!
11:30 AM	Tin Whistle (B)	Andy Moss	Workshop for whistle beginners. In one hour, play a few tunes. Have lots of fun.
12:30 PM	Banjo (I)	David Margolin	Members of old-time bands may think that clawhammer banjo tunings are intended solely to irritate people who play less idiosyncratic instruments. While that is largely the case, they also enable us banjo players to negotiate some old-time tunes with elegance and efficiency. This is especially true of the focus of this workshop, "double-C" based G tunings, which make otherwise awkward tunes very enjoyable to play. A number of common G tunes will provide proof of concept.
1:30 PM	Hammered Dulcimer (B)	Scott Reeder	If you can tap a tune out on a table top, then you can play hammered dulcimer. Come check out this many-stringed instrument, and see how fun it is to play!
2:30 PM	Harmonica (B)	Scott Ware	(Note: Teacher change from Alex Hastings to Scott Ware) Come learn to play harmonica with Scott Ware, a local Celtic and folk musician. It's easy and fun, and almost as annoying as accordion! Bring a harmonica in the key of C, or buy an inexpensive one from one of our festival vendors before the workshop.
3:30 PM	Klezmer Music	Beth Cohen	Klezmer refers to the the dance music of the eastern European Jewish people. Learn to play a klezmer dance tune with Beth Cohen: a long-time ABQ music teacher and folk musician, Community Klezmer band director since 1995, co-producer of KlezmerQuerque & band member of The Rebbe's Orkestra & Goddess of Arno. All levels of musicians and all instruments are welcome. http://www.nahalatshalom.org - or if you'd rather have the exact but longer link for the klezmer band page it is: http://nahalatshalom.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=25&Itemid=56

Workshop Tent 3

Time	Session	Name	Description
10:30 AM	Route 66 Sound	Route 66 Sound	We are an acapella chorus whose goal is to create exciting and smile-inducing performances that push the envelope of the barbershop art form. Our members are committed to independent/self-motivated study of our barbershop music and principles in order to achieve this goal.
11:30 AM	Timothy Hill Harmonic Singing	Timothy Hill	Harmonic singing, originating with Tuvan throat singing, is a way of singing and listening with acute attention to the overtone spectrum of the voice, producing a sound at once otherworldly and deeply human. Harmonic singing deepens and enhances the natural voice, giving singers a direct experience of the physical laws of sound, powerful insight into the nature of harmony and a glimpse at the roots of human language and song.
12:30 PM	Jaw Harp (B)	Ken Dean	Symphony musician Ken Dean will go over basic techniques for this ancient mouth-resonated instrument. Feel free to bring your own instruments. There will be a limited number of instruments available for $6.00 each at the workshop.
1:30 PM	Shape Note Singers	Shape Note Singers of Albuquerque New Mexico	The Shape note Singers of Albuquerque New Mexico formed about 1991. It is a participatory group rather than a performing one and it is open to everyone. The style of the hymns and anthems we sing date back to the colonial period of the United States, and they are sung unaccompanied in four part harmony. The shapes of the notes help the singer to learn the relative pitches within the song. Typically, there is little in the way of dynamics, so the songs are sung loudly and often with considerable exuberance. With practice, even a beginner can begin to read music and sing along with us.
2:30 PM	North American Fiddle (I)	Bruce Thomson	Because we're a melting pot, North America has more styles of traditional fiddle music than any other continent; styles that include the rustic crooked music of the desert southwest and Mexico, the rhythmic old timey dance music of the Appalachians, the smooth intricate swing of Texas, and the lyric and bouncy music of New England. This workshop explores the differences in styles by teaching tunes in some of these different styles.
3:30 PM	Cowboy/Country Gospel	Wing and a Prayer	Old-time, cowboy, country gospel band that combines lively vocals with a multitude of acoustic instruments from the familiar to the unusual.
4:30 PM	Celtic Singers	Celtic Singers of New Mexico	The Celtic Singers of New Mexico is a group dedicated to the study, preservation, and enjoyment of traditional-style song from the Celtic lands, including Scotland, Ireland, Wales, and others. Many of the songs we sing are in Scots Gaelic; others are in Broad Scots dialect with occasional forays into Welsh, Irish, and English. We will be teaching a small selection of songs, each a representation of various traditions, including tweed-walking (work songs), mouth music, and others. All are welcome to join us!
5:30 PM	Albuquerque Song Circle	Albuquerque Folk Song Circle	FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 8:00 P.M. TO MIDNIGHT Each participant in the circle may lead a song, do a solo, request a song, or pass. Bring enthusiasm, songbooks, instruments, beverages/snacks, kids, and friends. Contact: Rodema Ashby 999-0035 Email: mrashby@gmail.com

Indoor Workshop 1

Time	Session	Name	Description
10:30 AM	Irish Fiddle (I)	Gary Papenhagen	We'll take a hands-on look at Irish Fiddling ornaments, basic rhythms, and a simple little jig, "Blackthorn Stick" will be taught by ear.
11:30 AM	Fingerstyle Guitar (I)	Pat Neff	Movement in the bass - work on basic fingerpicking and moving bass lines between chords to help nake our playing more interesting and involved. Bring your guitar!!!!
12:30 PM	Sadaqah	Sadaqah	Founded by Beth Beaver in 1996, Sadaqah is an ensemble of friends. Sadaqah is a word that means "friendship" in several middle-eastern languages. It has also come to represent an ideal of good will and mutual respect that transcends languages, cultures and borders. A unique group of musicians gather under the banner of Sadaqah to bring their talent and message to a world hungry for peace and harmony, not to mention fun!
1:30 PM	Fiddle to the Next Level (I)	Aaron Combs	(Note: Teacher change from Tom Perry to Aaron Combs) Use scales, arpeggios, and chords to improvise and play along with your band! These simple techniques will help you even if you don't know the song.
2:30 PM	Harmony Singing	JeeZ LaweeZ	This all-girl trio breaks the rules of common sense and good taste with an eclectic mix of smart-alecky originals and tangy interpretations. Listen to the luscious harmonies and solid musicianship.
3:30 PM	Ukulele (B)	Michael Ve'Seart with High Desert Sand Fleas Ukulele Club	This workshop is intended to be an introduction to this fun and portable instrument - learn strumming, a few chords and techniques that will get you playing - Loaners available. Hawaiian shirts are optional.

Indoor Workshop 2

Time	Session	Name	Description
11:30 AM	Tohono O'odham Fiddle	Alex Gomez	Alex Gomez will teach fiddle tunes that are the roots of Chicken Scratch or Waila music. Wonderfully melodic polkas, waltzes, two-steps and cumbias will satisfy your desert palate. These tunes have been referred to as Gu-achi tunes.
12:30 PM	Picking Instruments	Sid Hausman	In this workshop we'll explore how to pick an instrument appropriate for a particular type of music. The 6-string guitar, 12-string guitar, 5-string banjo, tenor ukulele, baritone ukulele, bones and harmonicas are some of the instruments we will consider. Several factors to consider when deciding which instrument to accompany a song: • Rhythm and Tempo Slow, medium or fast, a waltz or a polka; does it swing? • Style Influences the choice of instrument most appropriate for the type of song; blues, swing, folk, ballad, bluegrass, country, western, etc. • Mood Happy, sad, melancholy, dark, bright, sweet, uplifting or humorous, etc. • Melody Simple, complex, minor key, major key, melodious? Here's a full description of the instruments: http://abqfolkfest.org/docs/HausmanWorkshop.pdf
1:30 PM	Harmony Duets	Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum	Learn how to find and use harmonies, intervals and pitch to produce pleasing songs. No experience required.
2:30 PM	Hispano Folk Music	Paul Pino	Living New Mexico Hispano Folk. Rancheras, waltzs, polkas, Latin. Intended to make you laugh, cry, dance, or all three at once. Bring ANY instrument.
3:30 PM	Tub Talk	"Washtub" Jerry	Washtub Jerry likes to give his tub talks after he has performed at a given event. He's done this regularly for years at Lubbock, Alpine, and Prescott. The format is simple; he performs a bit and then lets folks ask questions. Their questions more than fill the allotted time. Who isn't curious about the washtub bass?

For Kids

What can kids do at the Folk Festival?

• Come early! Giant Puppets! Sunny Birkland and the Puppet Playhouse's giant puppets will be wandering the Festival grounds from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. So don't be late!
• New! Play all kinds of musical instruments at Plenet Music. Similar to last year's Musical Petting Zoo, but local!
• Dance! There are two different kinds of dance to try every hour. Plus, at the Children's Tent, there's a hula class just for kids, Irish dancing, and play-party dances.
• Sing and dance throughout the day at the Children's Tent, with a full day of activities just for kids!

There's tons of stuff for kids at the Folk Festival. Kids are always welcome at the music and dance workshops, there's a special venue for storytelling, plus there's a tent just for kids. A big thank you to Kris Litchman for organizing the Children's Tent.

Children's Tent Schedule

Time	Session	Name	Description
10:30 AM	Rhythm Jam	Roadrunner Strummers Ukulele Band	Roadrunner Strummers Ukuleles will perform and ask children to participate in singing songs for all ages. Play-along percussions will be provided. Our group started out at the Folk Fest two years ago, right after Michael Veseart's ukelele class . We began meeting at our homes, adding members as we went along. We now number about 10, practice every Monday night from 6 to 8 at Nahalat Shalom on Rio Grande, and welcome new members. We perform in retirement homes, etc. Our motto is "No pressure, just fun!"
11:30 AM	Hawaiian Dance	Cindi Heffner	Hula is Hawaiian storytelling through dance. Children will learn basic hula foot and hand motions and a simple Hawaiian song. Hula dancer and teacher Cindi Heffner has been sharing her aloha and hula with Albuquerque since her arrival here in 1997. Her Halau Hula Ha`aheo O Hawai`i can be seen at every multi-ethnic festival, including the ABQ Folk Festival. They perform at senior centers, nursing homes, schools, private luaus, civic, and corporate events. Seeing a hula performed with aloha will always bring a smile to your face and heart.
12:30 PM	Play-Party Games and More	Bill and Kris Litchman	Everybody's welcome to join us for sing-along play-party games and lively follow-the- leader dances.
1:30 PM	Creating Music with Ms. Chrissy	Chrissy Antonelli	Nurture your child's inner musician! Sing songs and play instruments "family style". This experience is for young children as well as the young at heart. Early-childhood music teacher Chrissy Antonelli likes this quote from Pablo Picasso: "Every child is born an artist; the problem is how to remain one when we grow up." Find out more about Chrissy's music program at: http://creatingsomething.com
2:30 PM	Song Spiral	Patty Stephens	Patty Stephens of Song Spiral shares a collection of original songs for children. No kid is too young and no kid is too old to participate.Song Spiral is about community singing, dance and play dedicated to families with wee ones. No child too young and no body too old. Using songs, games and rounds as well as improvisation in the language of the new born, toddlers and all the rest of us, we have a super fun laid-back musical adventure. Patty Stephens is a jazz singer, music educator, member of the band The Brazil Project. Above all, she's a singer of songs with a marvelous son and lots of lovely brothers and sisters who all sing too.
3:30 PM	Dance with the Coleman Academy of Irish Dance	Coleman Academy of Irish Dance	Irish Step Dance is noted for leaps, points, and other precise foot movements, done to complex rhythms such as jigs, reels, and hornpipes. Two varieties, soft shoe and hard shoe, can be done as solos, in couples, or in larger groups. The Coleman Academy of Irish Dance does performances and offers classes on Saturdays to anyone ages 5 though adult at all levels.

Giant Puppets!

Sunny Birklund and the Puppet Playhouse bring fun family entertainment for kids of all ages to the Folk Festival this year. Be on the lookout as their giant puppets make their way around the festival. You and your family and friends are invited to chat with the giant puppets and ask questions, shake hands, share hugs and take photos with silly poses. Let children who aren't quite ready be introduced from the distance and approach when they are confident. The puppets will be strolling the festival grounds from 10 am to 12 pm. Don't miss them!

Sunny invites you to join her and the Puppet Playhouse for other events. "We invite you to dress in costume and bring your own puppets or call 944-6605 ahead of the event and we'll bring a giant puppet for you to wear! We will be at the Children's Festival at El Rancho de las Golondrinas on Saturday, September 1 with a puppet show and puppet parade."

Sunny will present giant puppet making workshops on Sundays in August at Offcenter Arts and coordinate the Giant Puppet Parade for the Folk Art Festival on Sunday, September 9. They'll also will be at Old Town for Halloween and the Holiday Stroll on Friday, December 7th.

Storytelling

Thanks to Diane Rossbach for coordinating our storytelling venue.

Time	Session	Name	Description
10:30 AM	Ghost Stories	Walter Sala	Walt's mysterious tales of ghosts and supernatural events will keep you on the edge of your seat. But don't worry, the daylight will protect us.
11:30 AM	Everybody Loves a Hero	Dianne Rossbach	A humorous set of heroic tales… sure to bring sentimental smiles to your face and heart. You know… everybody loves a hero!
12:30 PM	Story Circle: Curious is Part of Smart		Albert Einstein said, "The important thing is not to stop questioning. Never lose a holy curiosity." Kids of all ages should come by for a variety of storytelling games and adventures. You'll be surprised at what you know... and by what you'll learn!
1:30 PM	Centennial Stories	Margaret Edmundson	Stories about New Mexico in the early 1900's…. definitely before the Internet…
2:30 PM	Summer Tales and Wiggle Whales	Brenda Hollingsworth-Marley	Come join Brenda in a little fun at the beach. There's a mermaid, the ocean, and a whale of a good story coming your way. Her set includes a mix of stories about creatures that rise from the sea. Bring your sunscreen….
3:30 PM	Outlaw, Lawman, and Ghost....for hire!	Sheriff Milton J. Yarberry	Did we mention that the sheriff is dead? But he's re-telling the story of his brief career as a lawman again for you… LIVE… so to speak.
4:30 PM	The Traveling Ballad of the Cruel Sister	Joanna and Scott Dharsee	Masters of music and interpretive storytelling…they've travelled far to find the most beautiful, enthralling and mysterious songs, melodies and stories for this story journey. Words, stories, songs, melodies….told, interpreted, sung, translated and shared.

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