Old Songs Festival June 24, 2012

The 32nd annual 3-day Old Songs Festival of Traditional Music and Dance is around the corner. A family festival of acoustic music both participatory and entertaining, Old Songs continues to present the finest performers and musicians in the realms of folk, Celtic, roots and world music. The sounds of fiddles, banjos, guitars, dulcimers, pennywhistles, mandolins and accordions fill the air. Over the weekend more than 120 workshops, classes, and sessions will be held. Food vendors, instrument makers and a juried craft show provide a festive village atmosphere. Kids, don't miss your chance to participate in the Festival Jug Band. This year, enjoy a special performance of 'Four Seasons, Four Years - The Civil War: A Musical Journey' as well as dinner music from the Diamond Jubilee Organ. Check the website for a full festival schedule.