Old-Fashioned Ballad Swap

Saturday, Time TBD: A ballad swap is a time-honored tradition that brings singers and ballad lovers together to share the old “love songs,” keeping them alive and breathing. In Western NC in 2022, Josh Copus and Donna Ray Norton hatched a plan to bring this time honored tradition to the public, inviting the wider community into the fold, and spreading an appreciation of the art. These sessions, held in the Old Marshall Jail and hosted by Copus and Sheila Kay Adams, celebrated Appalachian heritage by bringing ballad singers from across the region together to share stories and songs that have been passed down for generations. Stepping out now into the greater world, this Nest of Singing Birds will share their own heritage together with local singers and balladeers.

Participants: Sheila Kay Adams, Donna Ray Norton, William Ritter and more singers TBA.

Piedmont-Style Banjo

Saturday, Time TBD: Featuring Margaret Martin, Devon Flaherty, and Scott Stegall. Information coming soon!

Son Jarocho

Friday, Time TBD: Join Son de Carolina for this song and dance extravaganza imported from the south and enjoyed by all. Information coming soon!