Downeast Friends of the Folk Arts
Music and Dance for the Maine community
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Join us every month online for a day of workshops (12 traditional instruments: fiddle, guitar, piano, mandolin, banjo, pennywhistle, bass, cello, button accordion, mountain dulcimer, harmonica, singing!), plus specialty workshops and an Old-Time Variety Show.
The Dances of Universal Peace pair chants from world spiritual traditions with simple dance movements. Please join us on Zoom on Sunday, February 13, 2022, at 4 pm ET for a deep winter practice supporting each other's wellbeing and healing of planet earth. Email Jamila at [email protected] for the zoom link. There is no admission […]
T-Acadie Ongoing Tuesday night Jam session T-Acadie, Pam, Bill and Jim, have been hosting a jam session and mini-concert EVERY Tuesday night. This is a free, guided jam session for all instruments geared toward the intermediate player, Tuesdays from 7-8PM EST. Tempos are moderate and chords will be called out the first time through. The […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
T-Acadie Ongoing Tuesday night Jam session T-Acadie, Pam, Bill and Jim, have been hosting a jam session and mini-concert EVERY Tuesday night. This is a free, guided jam session for all instruments geared toward the intermediate player, Tuesdays from 7-8PM EST. Tempos are moderate and chords will be called out the first time through. The […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Contra dancing returns to Belfast at the Crosby Center. Music by Maisie Newell and Eric Dayan with caller John McIntire. All are welcome. Please come healthy and help others remain well. 6 pm Family dance, 7:30 -10 Contras and Squares and possibly more! $5 children, $10 adults, $25 family max. Info: Nancy Durand Lanson, <[email protected]> […]
T-Acadie Ongoing Tuesday night Jam session T-Acadie, Pam, Bill and Jim, have been hosting a jam session and mini-concert EVERY Tuesday night. This is a free, guided jam session for all instruments geared toward the intermediate player, Tuesdays from 7-8PM EST. Tempos are moderate and chords will be called out the first time through. The […]
Cajun Mardi Gras Concert and Jam with T-Acadie and MITCH REED! Tuesdays are normally Pam and Bill's mini-concert and jam session but every once in a while we offer a special event. Since March 1st is Mardi Gras, we decided to bring along our T-Acadie bandmate Jim Joseph on Cajun accordion, and then to ask […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents “March Forth”, on Fri, March 4, 6:00 pm at the First Church, 8 Court St. in Belfast (Fellowship Hall entrance is on Spring St). A trio of beloved Maine Fiddle Camp staff musicians, Greg Boardman, Elsie Gawler & Steve Muise, will teach tunes in 4/4 and 2/2 time, followed by a […]
T-Acadie Ongoing Tuesday night Jam session T-Acadie, Pam, Bill and Jim, have been hosting a jam session and mini-concert EVERY Tuesday night. This is a free, guided jam session for all instruments geared toward the intermediate player, Tuesdays from 7-8PM EST. Tempos are moderate and chords will be called out the first time through. The […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Join us every month online for a day of workshops (12 traditional instruments: fiddle, guitar, piano, mandolin, banjo, pennywhistle, bass, cello, button accordion, mountain dulcimer, harmonica, singing!), plus specialty workshops and an Old-Time Variety Show.
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
The Dances of Universal Peace pair chants from world spiritual traditions with simple dance movements. We'll meet on Zoom on Sunday March 20, 4 pm ET to celebrate the Spring Equinox by singing and dancing for peace. Email Jamila at [email protected] for the Zoom link. Looking ahead, mark your calendar: in April we will meet […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
The Downeast Country Dance Festival will not be held in 2022, but we are planning to have a brief get together on Sunday March 27 from 3-5pm EST on Zoom. The March 27th Zoom will be a way to mark the usual time for our festival, and a way to kick off a larger project […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents another fun First Friday event, with participation and community-building. Friday, April 1, 2022. See belfastflyingshoes.org for more info.
Belfast Flying Shoes presents “Musical Mischief”, Fri, April 1, 6:00 pm at the Bazz, 17 Court St., in Belfast. The renowned contra dance musician and tunesmith, Larry Unger will lead a musicians’ workshop followed by a concert that highlights his varied repertoire - finger-style blues guitar, old-time banjo, original waltzes and fiddle tunes, and plenty […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Join us every month online for a day of workshops (12 traditional instruments: fiddle, guitar, piano, mandolin, banjo, pennywhistle, bass, cello, button accordion, mountain dulcimer, harmonica, singing!), plus specialty workshops and an Old-Time Variety Show.
The Dances of Universal Peace pair chants from world spiritual traditions with simple dance movements. We’ll meet on Zoom on Sunday April 10, 4 pm ET. We emerge into spring with hope and inspiration. Join us for joyful singing and dancing to cultivate love, optimism, and prayers of peace for the world. Email Jamila at […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Contra dancing in Belfast at the Crosby Center. Music by Maisie Newell and Eric Dayan with caller John McIntire. All are welcome. Please come healthy and help others remain well. 6 pm dances for all ages, 7:30 -10 Contras and Squares and possibly more! $5 children, $10 adults, $25 family max. Info: Nancy Durand Lanson, […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
**CANCELED** SEE WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO. Belfast Flying Shoes presents “Two By Two: Couple Dances for Flying Shoes”, Fri, May 6, at 6:30 pm at the THMS gym, 173 Lincolnville Ave (Rte 52), in Belfast. Larry Unger and Rebecca Weiss will lead the All Comers Band, offering waltzes, polkas, foxtrots, schottisches and other couple dances for […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Join us every month online for a day of workshops (12 traditional instruments: fiddle, guitar, piano, mandolin, banjo, pennywhistle, bass, cello, button accordion, mountain dulcimer, harmonica, singing!), plus specialty workshops and an Old-Time Variety Show.
Julia Lane and Fred Gosbee have loved and researched traditional music for most of their lives and blend history, legend and experience into their personable performances. Finely crafted ballads with evocative imagery and beautiful melodies depict Maine characters, history, and life close to the elemental beauty of the sea and shore. Rich and exuberant renditions […]
Common Floor Contra Dance May 15, 2022 Topsham Grange Hall (47 Pleasant St, Topsham, Maine) Calling by: Hannah Chamberlain Ellen Hodgkin Music by: John Pranio (fiddle) Bethany Waickman (guitar) Glen Loper (Mandolin) Beginner lesson at 7pm Dance from 7:30 to 10pm $10 (cash or venmo) Masks, vax and boosted (vaccination card will be checked at […]
Maya de Vitry’s devotion to songwriting is her way of staying present, curious, and imaginative. Pennsylvania-raised and Tennessee-based, Maya de Vitry first appeared on the music scene in 2012 as a founding member of critically acclaimed Americana band The Stray Birds. Her musical heart is anchored in a deep love of song-makers like John Prine and […]
Belfast Flying Shoes and the Makers Guild of Maine present a Scottish & Irish Music workshop and concert, on Thurs, May 19, at Mermaid Plaza, 1 East Main St in Searsport. Touring Celtic musicians, Sean Heely on fiddle and Beth Patterson on bouzouki, are joined by young Maine fiddler Owen Kennedy. The trio will lead […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
The Dances of Universal Peace pair chants from world spiritual traditions with simple dance movements. Join us for chanting with movement, cultivating love, optimism, and prayers for peace. We'll meet on Zoom on Sunday, May 22, 2022, the 4th Sunday this month, at 4 pm ET. Email Jamila at [email protected] for the Zoom link. Please […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Contra dancing in Belfast at the Crosby Center. Music by Maisie Newell and Eric Dayan with caller John McIntire. All are welcome. Please come healthy and help others remain well. 6 pm Family dance, 7:30 -10 Contras and Squares and possibly more! $5 children, $10 adults, $25 family max. Info: Nancy Durand Lanson, <[email protected]> or 914-488-4199.
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Stay tuned to see what we're doing this month!
Belfast Flying Shoes presents King of Ragtime: The Story of Scott Joplin on Sunday, June 5 at the Colonial Theater. Local author, illustrator, and musician, Stephen Costanza hosts a multimedia book celebration featuring projections of book art, narration, and live music with Rita Brown, Maria Keeler, Edith Gawler & Zeb Campbell. Before the show, pianist […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Le Bon Truc’s music is fun to listen to and fun to dance to. The concert will include many tunes that folks with some experience can dance to - part of the room will be open to dance in. So that everyone can get a taste of this, we'll be mixing in quick lessons by […]
Join us every month online for a day of workshops (12 traditional instruments: fiddle, guitar, piano, mandolin, banjo, pennywhistle, bass, cello, button accordion, mountain dulcimer, harmonica, singing!), plus specialty workshops and an Old-Time Variety Show.
Contra dances are returning to the historic Finn Hall in Monson! Caller Allison Aldrich Smith with members of Some Reel People. All dances taught, no experience needed.
Le Bon Truc’s music is fun to listen to and fun to dance to. The concert will include many tunes that folks with some experience can dance to - part of the room will be open to dance in. So that everyone can get a taste of this, we'll be mixing in quick lessons by […]
Common Floor Contra Dance Our first dance went well and we took notes. Introducing... Common Floor Contra's second event! June 12th: Beginner lesson at 7pm Dancing from 7:30 to 10pm $10 to $20 sliding scale (cash or venmo) Calling by: ❱ Hannah Chamberlain ❱ Ellen Hodgkin Music by: ❱ Ellen Gawler on fiddle ❱ Elsie […]
Maine Fiddle Camp IS BACK at our new location, Pilgrim Lodge, in West Gardiner, Maine Go to the MFC web page for lots more info: Maine Fiddle Camp
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Come and hear The Winifred Horan Quartet! Featuring: Win Horan on Fiddle, Ustav Lal on Piano, John Williams on Accordion, and Kate Grennan on Fiddle. This concert is part of the Peaks Island House Concert Series. There is a suggested donation of $20, per guest, at the door. (Free to folks under age 18 […]
Contra dance at historic Finn Hall, Monson. Caller Allison Aldrich Smith, with members of Some Reel People. No experience necessary, wear comfortable shoes. Refreshments provided.
Maine Fiddle Camp IS BACK at our new location, Pilgrim Lodge, in West Gardiner, Maine Go to the MFC web page for lots more info: Maine Fiddle Camp
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Come hear world class musicians John Doyle and Mick McAuley! The concert will be outdoors, on the grass! Bring a blanket or a chair. There is a suggested donation of $20, per guest, at the “door”. Free to folks over age 80 or under age 18. This concert is part of the Peaks Island House […]
We are inviting you to come dance with us. Bring everyone you know to make a fantastic dance. You are welcome to come in at 6 and settle down. No street shoes inside the hall. We will have water:) Family dance starts at 6.30 pm until 7.30 pm Contradance is from 8 pm 10.30 pm […]
Join caller Eustacia Landrum, and band The Moose Island House Players, for a contra dance on June 25th from 4-6 pm in the Eastport City Hall Parking Lot.
Contra Dance! With the PIC’D UP Open Band. Mari Black and Megan Bergeron will play at the Historic 8th Maine Oceanfront Lodge. This Contra Dance will be a two set event! First set led by Emily Troll, the incomparable band leader for the PIC’D Up Contra Dance band! A band filled with professional and amateur […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
July 1 ~ Fri: Flying Shoes on First Fridays ~ ABCD: A BFS Community Dance! Come dance in the park at Steamboat Landing (rain location in the Boathouse), with longways sets, squares, couple dances and other formations. Calling by Chrissy Fowler with music by the All Comers Band and special guest leaders Ti’ Acadie (Pam […]
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
We are sorry to announce that due to unforeseen circumstances we will need to cancel this show. Please stay tuned as we hope to reschedule. For updates, and for links to other concerts, please visit our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/peakshouseconcerts/events
Contra dance at the Central Hall Commons, Dover-Foxcroft. Allison Aldrich Smith calling, with the Old New England sound of Some Reel People. Due to the generosity of donors, this summer's dances are free admission, though donations are encouraged. All dances taught, refreshments provided.
Born and raised in Europe, brothers Jens and Uwe Kruger started singing and playing instruments at a very young age. The brothers were performing regularly by the time they were eleven and twelve years old, and in just a few years they were busking on the streets of cities throughout eastern and western Europe. CBS […]
Introducing… Another Common Floor Contra Dance event! July 10th: Beginner lesson at 7pm Dancing from 7:30 to 10pm $10 to $20 sliding scale (cash or venmo) Calling by: ❱ Liz Nelson Music by: ❱ TBD You want links? We’ve got links! ❱ Requirements for attending (same as May’s dance) ❱ Facebook event ❱ Directions ❱ Details […]
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
Concert with guitar-playing singer-songwriter aidan boardman and fiddler Greg Boardman, performing as solo and as a duo.
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Come see Choro Louco play at the TEIA out on Peaks Island. Featuring: Nicole Rabata, flute; Carl Dimow, guitar, flute; David Newsam, 7 and 8 string guitar, mandolin; Joel Eckhaus, cavaquinho, mandolin; Eric LaPerna, pandeiro. Brazilian Choro has been around for over a hundred years, but in this country itʼs virtually unknown. David Grisman, Mike […]
Finnish dancing, family fun, polka, schottish, waltz, hambo, foxtrots and specialty dances at the Finn Hall, Rte 15, Monson. All dances taught. Live music: Alexandra: accordion, Kermit: mandolin, Sam: guitar, Stuart: fiddle, Terrific desserts. 7-10pm. $8.
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Armenian Folk Dancing, Music and Traditional Middle Eastern Foods Celebrate Summer with a traditional Armenian Picnic right here on the Midcoast! “I often think Maine should be called ‘The ‘Picnic State’ instead of ‘The Pine Tree State’!” laughs Astrig Koltookian Tanguay“ We have such wonderful local food and spectacular picnic spots around every corner.” Astrig’s […]
The Middle East meets the Midcoast! Announcing the second annual Armenian Picnic at Searsport Shores Oceanfront Campground, on Saturday, July 23, from 11am - 4pm. The event features Armenian food from shish kebab and falafel to lamejun and paklava; music by master oud player, Leo Derderian, with Bob Arzigian and friends; crafts, games, and joyful […]
Join us for our second Contra Dance. Eric Rollnick will be calling with music provided by Birds On A Wire, Jenny Huang-Dale, Greg Huang-Dale and Jeanine Loubier. The dance is free, however, donations to the building fund are greatly appreciated. Refreshments will be available. Additional parking is available next door at Phil's Mobile. #bearmountainmusichall #waterfordme […]
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Side By Each features two powerful musical couples, Don and Cindy Roy and Matt Shipman and Erica Brown.The roots run deep in Side By Each as Don and Cindy Roy’s music goes back in each of their families to the Canadian Maritimes and Quebec. In 2018, they were awarded a National Heritage Fellowship Award as […]
Local nonprofits, Atlantic Challenge USA and Belfast Flying Shoes, jointly present the Gawler Family in a special fundraising concert on Friday, July 29, at 7:00 pm at First Baptist Church in Belfast. “Come one, come all!” for sea shanties, work songs, fiddle tunes, and the lush harmonies and beaming faces of these beloved Maine musicians: […]
Join us at the glamorous and family friendly East Vassalboro Grange for our fifth Saturday Contra Dance. All dances are called; Lani Palm is caller with Benjamin Foss and friends providing the music for our July 30 dance. Pot luck at 6pm Family dance 7:30 pm Beginners with main dance 8 to 10 pm. $8 […]
Special guest caller Dudley Laufman with Some Reel People contra dance band. All dances taught.
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
August 5 ~ Fri: Flying Shoes on First Fridays ~ ABCD: Another BFS Community Dance! Come dance in the park on the Armistice Footbridge (rain location tbd), with contras, longways sets, squares, couple dances and other formations. Calling by Chrissy Fowler with music by the All Comers Band, led by Julia McDonald-Plumb and Benjamin Foss. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Finnish dancing, family fun, polka, schottish, waltz, hambo, foxtrots and specialty dances at the Finn Hall, Rte 15, Monson. All dances taught. Live music: Alexandra: accordion, Kermit: mandolin, Sam: guitar, Stuart: fiddle, Terrific desserts. 7-10pm. $8.
Maine Fiddle Camp IS BACK at our new location, Pilgrim Lodge, in West Gardiner, Maine Go to the MFC web page for lots more info: Maine Fiddle Camp
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Louise Bichan is a fiddle player and photographer who grew up in Orkney, a group of islands in the north of Scotland. She graduated from the Glasgow School of Art in 2011, and later attended Berklee College of Music. Her project “Out of My Own Light” explores her family ties to Canada, through photographs and […]
Special guest caller Dudley Laufman, music by Some Reel People. All dances taught. Refreshments provided. Thanks to generous donors, admission is free but donations are encouraged.
The Kennebec Contra Dance is Coming Back! Come join us for an outdoor dance celebration and picnic at Wind Dance Farm (63 Case Road in Winthrop). The dance floor will be under a tent so we can dance rain or shine. Caller: John MacIntire Band: Ellen Gawler and Fred White Sound: Alex Hennings Schedule: 2:30-3:00 […]
Bagaduce Music presents an outdoor concert: One of Finland’s hottest musical exports, the sizzling Scandinavian septet have carved themselves a top notch in folk with their heart-bursting, life-affirming, feelgood tunes and immaculate precision musicianship. Oozing charisma and theatricality in their high-energy music, Frigg has successfully crossed borders all around the globe. Named after the Norse […]
Scandinavian Music & Dancing with renowned Finnish band, Frigg, at the Boathouse on Steamboat Landing. Learn some Scandi dances at the worskshop! Dance to stellar “Nordgrass” music! Before the event, look at the most recent BFS Public Health Policy (here). Suggested sliding scale admission $5-20. Circa 6:45/7:00 pm start time. (Come early to hear more […]
Belfast Summer Nights & Belfast Flying Shoes present a Scandinavian dance with Finnish supergroup Frigg, Saturday, Aug 13, at 7:00 pm at the Belfast Boathouse on Steamboat Landing. The seven musicians in Frigg will thrill dancers as they deliver their hypnotic style of “Nordgrass” music on violin, mandolin, guitar, and double bass. The program begins […]
Seven top fiddlers of Maine will gather to perform their favorite genres of tunes, including bluegrass (Melissa Bragdon Caron). Irish (Alden Robinson, with Owen Marshall), Old-Time Southern Appalachian (Maisie Newell and Mary Fraser), Shetland (Ellen Gawler), and New England (Jessie and Greg Boardman).
Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday, open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and masked (for now). Dancing starts at 7:00 For details and to confirm future dance dates, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html Plan to also schedule at least one dance in October.
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]