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Hello AmeriCeltic Reader, • Guest author Vince Piantanida issues a call to action in support of one of our beloved local weekly radio shows, Folk Music and Beyond . (See Below)
• THIS WEEKEND, from Friday, February 5th - Sunday, February 7th, from 12:30 - 10:30 PM, Lark Traditional Arts presents its Virtual Lark weekend, three days of Zoom workshops, plus streaming concerts via Facebook LIVE, YouTube LIVE and Twitch. (See Below)
• On Friday, February 5th, at 1:00 PM, Sin Silver, will perform piano bar show with the theme 'Disco'. Stay safe at home, and stream it online from from 'Murray's Pub' (her recreation/piano room) in Concord, CA. (See Below)
• On Friday, February 5th, 7:00 PM, join Kathryn Rose entertains with Folktastic Fridays With Kathryn Rose, via Facebook LIVE from Portland, OR. (See Below)
• From Friday, February 5th through Sunday, February 21st, Jim & Suzie Malcolm will continue their Virtual Tour of Northern California and PNW online via Zoom. (See Below)
• On Saturday, February 6th, 10:00 AM PDT, the Mystic Seaport Museum hosts their virtual Chantey Blast, online at their website https://www.mysticseaport.org. (See Below)
• On Saturday, February 6th at 2:00 PM PST John Whelan conducts the 13th in his new series of Online Master Sessions, featuring Tony DeMarco and Isaac Alderson! (See Below)
• On Saturday, February 6th, at 8:00 PM, The Black Donnellys, Dave Rooney and Dave Browne, will stream their high-energy show to you from the RiRa @ Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, NV as you stay safely sequestered in your homes. (See Below)
• Sunday, February 7th at 11:00 AM, it's the Piper Sundays, Zoom meeting for an hour and one half with host Patrick D'Arcy and his guest Máire Ní Ghráda joining us from Cork, Ireland. (See Below)
• On Monday, February 8th, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, Michael Eskin offers a free, Irish Whistle Master Class Workshop live on Zoom! (See Below)
• On Wednesday, February 10th at 7 PM, Eric and Cheryl Behlmer of The Barn in Gilroy present J.P.Cormier and his Nova Scotia friend Dave Gunning in a online virtual concert (See Below)
• On Thursday, February 11th, at 2:00 PM PST Tune Supply presents online, Virtual Irish Music Session #60, featuring John Redmond (accordion) and Matt Stapleton (See Below)
• From Friday evening, April 9th through Sunday evening, April 11th, the Spring Harmony 2021 will happen online on Zoom, sponsored by the San Francisco Folk Music Club. (See Below)
NOTICE! Due to public health officials orders for social distancing to limit the spread of the COVID-19 infections, all in person events and festivals, especially those involving singing, wind instruments, etc. have been postponed or cancelled, and many will continued to be cancelled through at least the Winter. If you have plans to attend ANY such event, large or small, we recommend that you call and confirm that they are NOT cancelled.
• Returning from July 30th through August 7th 2021 Lark Camp, the annual Music, Song, & Dance event will return to the Redwoods near Mendocino, CA. (See Below)
• Co-Founder Cecilia Fábos-Becker's e-book Ancestry & DNA: Beyond the basics, is available for download now! (See Below)
• The United Irish Cultural Center, hosts many Irish and other events in their large facility in San Francisco, CA. (See Below)
• Cedar Dobson offers one-on-one whistle lessons live on Zoom! (See Below)
• Michael Eskin offers one-on-one Irish whistle and flute, Uilleann pipes, and Anglo concertina lessons live on Zoom! (See Below)
• Sport your Celtic heritage! AmeriCeltic offers a colorful array of items, each emblazoned with the AmeriCeltic logo. (See Below)
• The Celtic Tea Shoppe, in San Jose is your source for Celtic and Celtic inspired carry-out fresh baked foods, confections and rare teas! (See Below)
• While Lark In The Morning in Berkeley, CA and Exploring Music in the outer sunset neighborhood of San Francisco, CA are closed for walk-ins, both stores are open for online sales and lessons. (See Below)
• Publican Stan Gamble has just recently re-opened The Duke of Edinburgh Pub & Restaurant, offering outdoor service 7 days a week from 4pm to late. (See Below)
• Sláinte Pub offers a full menu of great food and drink with outdoor dining service Wednesday through Sunday from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM at their location at Jack London Square in Oakland, CA. (See Below)
• The Plough and Stars, a SF Legacy Business, and THE place for Live Traditional Music in the inner Richmond district of San Francisco. (See Below)
• The Chieftain Irish Pub & Restaurant, local Irish Pub bringing the culture of Ireland to downtown at 5th and Howard in San Francisco. (See Below)
• The Celtic Society of Monterey Bay, has a 32 year record of producing Celtic Concerts in various venues in and around Santa Cruz and Monterey, CA. (See Below)
• Catherine Barry's Irish Culture Bay Area , offers a succinct listing of Irish events around Bay Area. (See Below)

Scan our feature articles below, or as always, you can click here to check the full listings on our website.

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Will Folk Fizzle on KALW-FM?

Help Bring Back Live, Local Celtic & Folk Music Programming

by Vince Piantanida, published 2021-02-04

Readers of this newsletter may have had the pleasure of listening to, or performing on, one of the Celtic or folk music oriented shows on community radio station, KALW, owned by the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD). KALW is at 91.7 on the FM dial and streams both the live programs and some archives of recent previous shows on KALW.org.

If you have not experienced this yet, be sure to check out KALW's Saturday afternoon block of Folk Music programming. The schedule starts at 3:00 PM with Folk Music and Beyond as hosts JoAnn Mar and Bob Campbell bring you, in their own words, 'some of the best in contemporary folk, traditional, and original music from America, England, Ireland, Scotland, and other parts of the world'. As a long-time listener, I can attest that this is not hyperbole. The show began in 1988, and has a well curated web site, www.kalwfolk.org, with playlists going back twenty years and lots of information about music and musicians.

At 5:00 P.M. Kevin Vance plays music from the Celtic and American traditions and interviews singers and songwriters.

Kevin is followed at 6:30 P.M. by Peter Thompson, with the Bluegrass Signal , a showcase for traditional and contemporary bluegrass, often featuring Bay Area musicians. Peter maintains a calendar of regional events on the Bluegrass Signal website at www.bgsignal.com.

KALW is changing. The continued presence of these Celtic & folk oriented shows is not guaranteed. Until the fall of 2019, Fiona Ritchie's The Thistle and Shamrock, was the first show of the Saturday folk lineup, but despite its popularity on the station it was dropped. Folk Music and Beyond may well be the next to go. KALW management and the SFUSD board need to know about your interest in and support of this type of programming. If your membership or other support of KALW is based primarily on this type of programming, mention that as well.

In addition to discontinuing The Thistle and Shamrock, new management has asked Folk Music & Beyond to pre-produce shows or air reruns for automated playback on Saturday afternoons. Folk Music & Beyond shows have recently been preempted with little or no prior notice to the hosts. In one case a special memorial show was preempted for an automated rerun after the special had been promoted on air. Live hosting offers ability to rapidly respond to events in the music scene and to have live performances on air. This is the very soul of the show and its bond with the audience. Prohibiting the successful live format could kill the show's relevance and the additional pre-production workload could reduce the amount of new programming. These changes do not send a message of management support for Celtic and folk programming, so you should be sure to express support before it is too late.

Express your support by emailing KALW station management with your comments at kalw@kalw.org, or to the general manager, Tina Pamintuan, at gm@kalw.org. You should also share your comments with a CC to Gabriela Lopez, president of the SFUSD board, at lopezg1@sfusd.edu, and ask Gabriela to share your comments with the rest of the SFUSD board.

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Virtual Lark Camp

Friday, February 5th - Sunday, February 7th 12:30 - 10:30 PM

Online Events via Zoom, with evening concerts on Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook Live

Join us Feb 5 — 7 (three days) of special Virtual Lark events! REGISTER FOR FREE to register for free to attend all 3 days of wonderful sessions and concerts, workshops and good craic!

Each day will include a combination of Zoom workshops and concerts:

• Eight virtual workshops via Zoom (yes — each day!)
• Zoom Happy Hours with fellow Larkies
• One hour performances by instructors and campers
• One+ hour Zoom Jam Sessions

Lark Traditional Arts is dedicated to creating educational events that bring people together through traditional song, music, dance, and arts, and hosts  Lark Camp, the annual eight-day music, song, and dance camp held in the Mendocino Woodlands.

On Sunday, February 7th at 3:00 PM PST, it is Amelia Hogan's Sean Nos singing seminar.

Check out the Virtual Lark schedule, the workshop instructors, and the concerts here: https://www.larkcamp.org/virtual-lark

More info on the website: http://larkcamp.org.

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Sin Silver

Friday, February 5th, 1:00 - 2:00 PM PDT

Online via Facebook LIVE, from Concord, CA

Sin Silver is an Irish singer songwriter based in the Bay Area in California. To watch the show, go to Sin Silver's Facebook Profile, and then look for the little red LIVE button.

Sin live-streams from 'Murray's Pub' (her recreation/piano room) every week and this week's theme is 'Disco'. Find Sin's Live Performance by checking Sin's Facebook Profile, or go to www.livestream.com/watch and search for Sin Silver.

During the live stream, just drop your requests in the comments.

Virtual Tip Jar:
PayPal https://www.paypal.me/sinsilversin
Venmo @Sin-Silver

With a unique style, her 'Irish piano' and angelic voice are delighting audiences. A featured artist at Northern California's Graton Casino Resort, she brings a unique flavor to her craft. Whether she is playing her expertly crafted originals, covers with her own twist or celtic music, Sin Silver is someone that deserves to be heard live.

Check out her website here:  www.sinsilverandtheavenue.com or email her at sinsilverandtheavenue@gmail.com.

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Folktastic Fridays with Kathryn Rose

Friday, February 5th 7:00 PM

Online via Facebook Live

Join Kathryn for Folktastic Fridays! Click Here to go to her Facebook Profile, and then look for the little red LIVE button.

Kathryn Rose is a folk singer and recording artist from Oregon. She has been singing since she could talk and grew up listening to Irish and Scottish folk music.

Kathryn says:
Join Me For My FRIDAY Evening Live-Stream Show!! Message Me With Any Requests. Your tips mean more than you could ever know!
paypal.me/kathrynrosefolk or Venmo -- @kathrynrosefolk
I Am Official Now!! Listen - Buy The New CD Here!! https://kathrynrose.hearnow.com/

Kathryn began seriously collecting songs after her grandmother passed away and she discovered a treasure trove of handwritten Irish folk songs tucked inside the piano bench. After that discovery, Kathryn transitioned from a classical singing background into the folk world. Her favorite musical style is Sean-nós, and she is working on her Gaeilge to perform more of these songs in the future. She performs folk music from both sides of the pond, with an emphasis on Ireland and even a dash of Gaeilge here and there.

Kathryn accompanies herself on the tenor guitar, but at various times in her life has had encounters with the piano, violin, lap harp, ukulele, and tin whistle. Her influences include Susan McKeown, Christy Moore, the Clancy Brothers, Seamus Begley, Sarah Ghriallais, Moya Brennan, and more. With her melodic voice, her love of world cultures and her attention to detail, she continues the tradition of Celtic folk music as an artist, a performer and an inspiration for peace and harmony in a complicated world. Kathryn and her husband live in somewhat peaceful harmony with their brood of hooligan cats.

More on Kathryn Rose Facebook Profile: https://facebook.com/kathrynrosefolk or check the Facebook Event.

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Jim and Susie Malcolm
Virtual Tour of NM, CA, OR, WA

Friday, February 5th through Sunday February 21st, 2020

Online via Zoom

Jim Malcolm's family roots are in Perthshire and Strathclyde, and he is a graduate of Edinburgh University. Like many folk musicians, he began his career by singing in pubs, clubs and hotels in his native country. Solo tours to England, Ireland, Denmark and Germany followed, and then further adventures to such far-off places as Uganda in Africa. Joining the already established and popular Celtic folk/rock band Old Blind Dogs brought him fame in the acoustic music festival scene across Europe and North America.

Video - Jim Malcolm: Flowers of Edinburgh

Malcolm is considered one of the finest voices and interpreters of Robert Burns songs in Scottish traditional music today. He was the lead singer for the world-renowned band Old Blind Dogs for eight years before returning to his solo career as a singer-songwriter.

A Jim Malcolm concert is always an entertaining mix of his own and traditional songs, including those of Burns, peppered with funny stories and observations in the tradition of Scottish bards through the ages. An accomplished guitarist, he plays mostly in the Celtic tuning dadgad. He is also considered to be one of the top simultaneous guitar and harmonica players in the world.

For this tour Jim will be joined by his wife Susie Malcolm, herself a prizewinning traditional singer. Susie has a special interest in the bothy ballad tradition and loves the old ballads, though she is in her element adding harmony to Jim’s performances.

Malcolm has recorded ten solo CDs, and has performed his songs with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. In 2004, he was voted songwriter of the year at the annual Scots Traditional Music Awards. Along with his own songs, he enjoys reworking old songs that form the kernel of Scotland's great folk tradition.

Website: https://www.jimmalcolm.com
Donations: PayPal.me/TheMalkies or to PayPal account jim@jimmalcolm.com.

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Mystic Seaport virtual Chantey Blast

Saturday, February 6th, 10:00 AM PDT / 1:00 PM EDT

Online at https://www.mysticseaport.org

Wondering what the #ShantyTok trend is all about? Join us for our socially-distanced Virtual Chantey Blast and you will find out! Bring your singing voice, instrument (or both), cozy up with your computer, phone, or other streaming device and enjoy this online musical experience.

This event is free with a recommended donation, so Sign Up Here!, and then, on Saturday, February 6th, at 10:00 AM PDT / 1:00 PM EDT, join us at https://www.mysticseaport.org

Traditionally, we host a Chantey Blast every year as a fundraiser for our annual Sea Music Festival. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Sea Music Festival was canceled. However, thanks to two generous gifts from a festival supporter, the Museum saw the safe return of sea music to its grounds. Exclusively via this fund, performers A.J. Wright, Richard Donohue, Don Sineti, Geoff Kaufman, Rick Spencer, Dawn Indermuehle, Denise Kegler, Marc Bernier, Chris Koldewey, Craig Edwards, Chris Maden, Yves Corbiere, Mark Lambert, and April Grant as well as the delightful and renowned musical groups 'The Johnson Girls,' 'The Vox Hunters,' and 'Skylark' were invited to perform throughout the summer, fall, and early winter months of 2020.

The Museum continues to follow the guidance of public health officials with all of its programming decisions and the feasibility of a live Sea Music Festival in 2021 remains to be seen. What is certain, however, is the need for financial support to keep sea music and its traditions alive at Mystic Seaport Museum.

So bring your voice and join the fun!

While the event is free, your donations are greatly appreciated. We encourage you to make your donations online. Donations are also accepted by check payable to 'Mystic Seaport Museum' as well. On the check memo line or in the online tribute box please write either 'Music at Mystic Seaport Museum' or 'Stan Hugill Endowment.' Checks can be sent here.

Explore the #ShantyTok trend by starting on our TikTok account.

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John Whelan Master Sessions #13

Tony DeMarco and Isaac Alderson
Saturday, February 6th, 2:00 PM

Online via Zoom

Seven-time All-Ireland Button Accordion Champion John Whelan is one of the world's best living Irish button accordion players. John was raised in the vibrant London Irish music scene of the 1970s, and learned his craft from such legends as Lucy Farr, Roger Sherlock, Paddy Taylor, Mick O Connor and his teacher Brendan Mulkaire. Along with his All-Ireland Championships, he was twice awarded musician of the year from the Irish Music Association. He has over 15 CDs and has performed on Late Night with Conan O'Brien. John's music has been featured on such TV shows as 'Sex in the City,' 'History's Mysteries' and 'History Detective.' John performs with the John Whelan Band and has also teamed up with his old pal Brian Conway forming the group Gailfean, which also features Máirtin De Cógáin and Don Penzien have released their first new CD. For over a decade, John has performed 'Monday's with John' every Monday evening on his Facebook Profile.

Since last March, John has stepped up his online activities, and his latest project is Master Sessions with John Whelan.

John says:
My next Whelan Master Session is happening next Saturday, February 6th, 2:00 PM, with my friends Tony DeMarco and Isaac Alderson.

Tony DeMarco was born on May 20, 1955, the second of three children raised in East Flatbush by Paul DeMarco and his wife, the former Patricia Dempsey. Musical ability runs on both sides of Tony’s family. During the Prohibition years, his maternal great-grandfather ran a speakeasy in East New York, where he played the piano and mandolin. Tony’s paternal uncle Louie DeMarco was a singer who performed with 1950s doo-wop groups, including “Dickie Dell and the Ding Dongs.”

Tony’s cousin John Pattitucci, from the Fenimore side of the family, is a leading professional bass player who has recorded with jazz stars Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, and Wayne Shorter. But Tony definitely found his way to Irish traditional music via a different path than the one trod by musicians raised in Irish immigrant households.

More typical young Irish traditional musicians in New York in the 1970s had at least one parent born in Ireland. They may well have attended step dancing classes with one of the many dance schools in the region, and most likely went to group music classes conducted in the Bronx, Brooklyn, New Jersey, or Long Island by Pete Kelly, Martin Mulvihill, and Maureen Glynn. They would have joined a branch of the international Irish traditional music organization Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann and competed each year at the regional fleadh cheoil at Manhattan College in the Bronx.

Tony had a different background altogether. As he puts it: “I never grew up with the competitive Comhaltas scene—I came through the hippie scene, the folkie scene.” It is worth noting that his first exposure to Irish traditional music was through a Folkways recording of the County Sligo fiddler Michael Gorman. Tony had many other musical influences before this, and would have many more afterward, but for him the appeal of the Sligo fiddle style would never fade.

Isaac Alderson began playing Irish traditional music as a teenager in Chicago and moved to New York City in 2001, where he has spent years learning from and playing with countless great musicians in the genre. In 2002, at the age of 19, Isaac won the senior All-Ireland championship titles on Irish flute, whistle and uilleann pipes. He has toured with Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul, Celtic Crossroads, Runa, and Comas, and has worked in the pit orchestra in Sting’s musical The Last Ship.

Isaac is a founding member of the critically acclaimed band, The Yanks, and tours regularly with Ensemble Galilei. In 2014-2015 he performed in the show Riverdance on their 20th anniversary three-month tour of China. He has also performed across the United States and in Canada, Ireland, Belgium, Holland, Denmark, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, and Colombia. Recently, he has been a member of the band for the musical theater show Come From Away as a sub on the Broadway company, and as the full-time winds chair holder in the North American touring company.

Isaac is looking very much looking forward to resuming the tour of that show, as well as pursuing his other musical endeavors, when the world is released from the grip of the pandemic. Though he has traveled extensively for many years, Isaac has been proudly based in the Bronx since 2005.

The Saturday master session is open to players and listeners of all levels, from anywhere in the world. It'll start at 2pm Pacific time, 5pm Eastern time, 10pm GMT, and run for two hours. The master sessions do have a requested $20 donation for attending and we need at least 30 attendees to ensure the musicians are adequately compensated, so please share this with anyone you know who might be interested. Just email John at whelanbx1@me.com for more details.

All attendees need to do is make their donation via paypal.me/buttonboxman or by Venmo to John-Whelan-37, and make sure to note that it is for Whelan Master Session #9. We'll send out the Zoom link and tune list for the master session on Friday, and any last-minute sign-ups will get the link and tune list about an hour before the session starts on Saturday.

Easily sharable information on all John's master sessions lives here.

P.S. John's Wednesday 'Taking Time' slow session is still continuing as well - Check it out here: http://johnwhelanmusic.com/slow-session. It remains free and open to all, and we'll send out a tune list and Zoom link for tomorrow's 'Taking Time' Wednesday sessions. Email John at whelanbx1@me.com to get on the list or for more details.

Get more details on Johns website: http://johnwhelanmusic.com

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The Black Donnellys LIVE

Dave Rooney and Dave Browne
Saturday, January 23nd, 8:00 PM

Facebook LIVE, from the RiRa @ Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, NV

Each Saturday, The Black Donnellys, (Dave Rooney and Dave Browne), stream their high-energy show to you from Las Vegas, NV as you stay safe at home.

Watch the Black Donnellys streaming show via Facebook LIVE by pointing your browser to the Black Donnellys Facebook Page, where you will find the little red LIVE button.

The Daves say:
Tune into our Residency Gig at Rira at the Las Vegas Mandalay Bay!! Join us and our audience for a live performance and a few Requests!!

Last year, the two Daves from Dublin had the crazy idea to attempt a new World Record: 60 shows. 50 states. 40 days. What could go wrong? Find out what happened along the road as their beloved Irish band, The Black Donnellys set out to break this ambitious world record when Vision Films and Frequency Pictures present An Irish Story: This Is My Home.

The film was released, on March 17th, Saint Patrick's Day, 2020 and is available on Amazon Prime, iTunes, and Vimeo. Here is a link to the WATCH IT NOW!

For more, check Dave Browne's Facebook Profile.

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Piper Sundays

Sundays at 11:00 AM
Southern California Uilleann Pipers Club

Online via Zoom
Join the Zoom Event:

Event Website: http://socalpipers.com/piper_sunday.html

Host Patrick D'Arcy says:
'It's every Sunday from 11:00 AM (PDT) for about 90 minutes. I try to get high profile Uilleann piper guests from Ireland and elsewhere. It's not so much a concert as it is a talk show with the guest playing a handful of tunes throughout. Drop by this Sunday to check it out. Our guest will be Michael McGoldrick joining us from Cork, Ireland

• February 07th, 2021: Máire Ní Ghráda — Details
• February 14th, 2021: No Piper Sunday — San Francisco Tionól

Southern California Uilleann Pipers Club Facebook Events: https://www.facebook.com/SCUPC

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Irish Whistle Master Class with Michael Eskin

Monday, February 8th, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM PST

Live via Zoom

Free workshop best suited for intermediate level tin whistle players with some experience on the instrument.

This week we'll be back to the theme format, and we will be covering how to play 'Slow Airs'.

It would be ideal if you already can play some tunes on the instrument and have at least some basic understanding of ornamentation on the whistle. This is not a new beginner's class, but certainly newer players may benefit from the workshop.

Here’s the Zoom meeting link:
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/6193681854?pwd=eXd3L2ZEeWNnMDBZYVI0RkJ2c3Vudz09
or if you prefer:
Meeting ID: 6193681854
Password: session

Bookmark my Website here: http://michaeleskin.com/whistle

Check the Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/216422536688999

This workshop is free, but if you find the event useful, I would very much appreciate it if you would consider donating a few dollars to my PayPal tip jar:
https://paypal.me/MichaelEskin
Venmo: @MichaelEskin

Michael Eskin
http://michaeleskin.com
Michael's Facebook Profile

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J.P. Cormier Virtual show
hosted by the Barn music series

Wednesday, February 10th at 7 PM

Online

J.P.Cormier, genius Nova Scotia guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter.

Eric and Cheryl Behlmer, the hosts of the Barn series in Gilroy are presenting a virtual concert on Wednesday evening, February 10th at 7 PM, in which J.P.Cormier will be joined by another Nova Scotia star musician, Dave Gunning. Go to: gunningandcormier.com for examples.

Here is how to sign up for this show:
1. Click the link and donate $15 to JP's Paypal. paypal.me/jpcormiermusic (You don't need a PayPal account to buy this way).
2. Send a copy of your receipt to ebehlmer@protonmail.com
You will receive the link to the show about 1/2 hour before the showtime.

If you don't want to use Paypal, contact Eric at ebehlmer@protonmail.com for alternate payment possibilities.

Award winning folk singer, songwriter, vituoso multi instrumentalist, producer, recording artist, teacher, collaborator, innovator and award winner; no matter what you call him, J.P. Cormier's talent is comparable to none. Underlying it all is a young man from Nova Scotia with an ancient soul who has traveled the world for the past 30 years bringing joy to audiences wherever he goes.

At the age of 5, JP began teaching himself to play the guitar. At 9, he won his first guitar competition against 30 other players 4 times his age. By his mid teens, he was playing a variety of stringed instruments, including the fiddle, mandolin and banjo. He recorded his first album of bluegrass instrumentals at 16, which led to 10 years of living and performing in the US. His time there included many memorable nights at the Grand Ole Opry with artists such as Waylon Jennings, Marty Stuart, Earl Scruggs, Bill Monroe, Charlie Louvin and Vince Gill.

Since returning to Canada, JP has released over a dozen award-winning albums. His impressive body of work has earned him a loyal fan base and multiple award nominations and wins. He continues to dazzle and delight audiences while performing 250 shows a year.

More on the website: https://www.jp-cormier.com

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Tune Supply Presents:
John Redmond (accordion) and Matt Stapleton (guitar)

Thursday, February 11th, 2:00 PM PST

Online via Facebook Live, YouTube Live, or Instagram Live

Tune Supply is proud and honored to present Virtual Irish Music Session #60, featuring John Redmond (accordion) and Matt Stapleton (guitar) YouTube link: https://youtu.be/OvxfNJxIGe0.

Watch LIVE at Facebook Live, YouTube Live, or Instagram Live

The performances are all free and open to the public...however, we are of course paying the artists for their time and work, since that's what Tune Supply is about! If you'd like to chip in, you can do so at the Tune Supply Fund, with our sincere thanks for helping us help musicians, while providing a bit of extra joyful tuneage for the community. https://donorbox.org/tune-supply-fund.

Our concerts are free and open to the public, but it is entirely made possible by community contributions. If you are able, please consider contributing what you would pay for a concert ticket, with our sincere thanks! https://donorbox.org/ts-presents-cff

More in the Facebook Event
Check the Tune Supply Website

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Spring Harmony 2021

Friday evening, April 9th through Sunday evening, April 11th
Pacific Daylight Time

Online via Zoom
Sponsored by the San Francisco Folk Music Club

Join with friends new and old to celebrate our global music community with participatory workshops, concerts, and open sessions for singing, playing, and dancing to traditional music. Spring Harmony 2021 is a benefit in support of Camp Harmony, our annual New Year's gathering, and other San Francisco Folk Music Club programs.

Spring Harmony 2021 is open to musical friends everywhere. Donation $0 - $100 or more! (suggested donation $10 per day) No one will be turned away for lack of funds.

• You must register to gain entry to the event.
• Registration will open on March 1st and close on April 1st.
• Workshop proposals will be accepted through March 15th. (See registration form for details.)

Register at: sffmc.org

If you would like to volunteer for this event, prior or during, in any capacity, please contact us at:onlinecampharmony@gmail.com

Please share this with folks near and far who may not yet be members of the SFFMC, as attendance will be open to all.

As with in-person camp and our online New Year's Camp, there will be Workshops, Jam Spaces, Dances, Games, Jokes, Stories, Friends, late-night singing

Leading workshops and other events is reserved for Folk Club members so be sure to confirm that you are a paid member and invite friends who would enjoy going to this online event, maybe to become members and lead something! Please visit the main website www.sffmc.org to become a member through the 'join us' tab.

And if you'd like to lead a workshop, dance, other activity, or perform in a concert this year, let us know within the registration form questions at the end of the form. Likewise, are you a wiz at Zoom? Let us know and help us fill a chore slot!

Check www.sffmc.org regularly for updates on zoom tutorials, what to plan for, and on workshop session spaces as they fill up early. For Questions, you can contact the registrars at onlinecampharmony@gmail.com.

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Lark Camp

July 30th - August 7th, 2021

World Music, Song, and Dance Camp

Mendocino Woodlands State Park

Spend idyllic days and nights in the magical redwood forest filled with music, dance, and good times — that's the Lark Camp experience.

Click Here for the Video by Doug Plummer.

Take as many or as few of the workshops as you like; jam sessions 24 hours a day, big dances every evening. Plenty of good food, new friends, and musical stimulation for adults and families. Workshops for professional and beginner, alike.

Check out the Mendocino Woodlands website: Click Here

Visit http://larkcamp.org, Questions, email: registration@larkcamp.org or call (707) 397-5275 (LARK)

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