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Folk College: A festival by musicians, for musicians

What: A weekend of musical fun in a college setting
Where: Huntingdon Pennsylvania, on the Juniata College campus
When: May 23-25, 2008

Folk College is a fun and friendly weekend
of playing and listening to folk music a fantastic three days of workshops, concerts, jams, dancing and friendship. Our host, Juniata College, is a beautiful setting in Huntingdon PA, nestled in the picturesque Allegheny Mountains. Within one weekend, you'll have a choice of workshops ranging from old-time to Celtic to international, and you'll get to sing, dance, play, and listen.

Musicians of all instruments and levels are welcome.
There are also choices for non-musicians to listen, learn, and experiment with folk music. Each evening features a staff concert followed by staff-led jam sessions. Friday after the concert, we hold a contradance with open band, and before the concert, we'll have an open mic during a picnic dinner.

You’ll also have an opportunity to be coached by a professional musician in a band setting and to perform in the student concert. Professional development will be offered for school teachers, including Act 48 credit for Pennsylvania teachers.

New this year!
In response to your comments from previous years, all activities will be held at Juniata College. We've also added a Friday evening picnic for you to catch up with your old friends and start getting to know your new friends!

"Folk College has given me opportunities to experiment as a musician, develop warm friendships, and learn from professionals in an easy-going, relaxed format. I always return home feeling a strong sense of connection and community to the folk music world and ready to bring my feelings of inspiration to my community through workshops and gatherings in my town."
Lea Masiello

Help spread the word!
Download a PDF flyer for the 2008 Folk College to post or share with friends!

Folk College is a project of Simple Gifts and the Huntingdon County Arts Council