Folk Arts Center Folk Arts Center Events
Wed, June 23 - Bringing it Home: The Power of Song
Online
Three local artists chat about the powerful role that songs play in our lives. Singing can affirm our beliefs, soothe a restless child, heal a wounded heart, unite a community, and move people to dance with joy. Virtual conversation on Wednesday, June 23. MORE
Past Events
Wed, March 31 - Folk Arts Apprenticeships Workshop
Online
If you are a folk artist looking to improve or share your skills, this workshop is for you! Learn how to apply for a Folk Arts Apprenticeship grant from the PCA to learn from a local master or to teach an eager student. Folk arts include music, dance, storytelling, and all sorts of handiwork. FREE virtual workshop on Wednesday, March 31. MORE
Sat, February 27 - Gospel Traditions: a Virtual Residency
Online
The Campbell Brothers (a world-reknowned "Sacred Steel" gospel group) and the Spiritual Messengers Warriors for God (a Harrisburg area contemporary Gospel ensemble) together present a day of FREE online performances and presentations. Susquehanna Folk partners with Penn State Harrisburg's Kulkarni Cultural Series to bring you this full-day artists' residency on Saturday, February 27. MORE
Sun, December 6 - Jewish Musical Traditions: a Virtual Residency
Online
Four FREE workshops exploring Klezmer, the mesmerizing musical tradition of the Ashkenazi Jews of Eastern Europe. Five groundbreaking female Klezmer musicians from around the country join in this virtual residency: Susan Leviton (vocals), Lauren Brody (accordion, vocals), Cookie Segelstein (violin), Ilene Stahl (clarinet), and Susan Watts (trumpet, vocals). Four virtual workshops on Sunday, December 6. MORE
Sun, September 20 - Irish Sessions with Seamus Carmichael
Online
The most authentic Irish music isn't on a recording or on a concert stage — it's a group of folks playing together! Local Irish singer and session organizer Seamus Carmichael will talk about how a traditional Irish session (musical gathering) works, how to find one near you, and how to politely participate. We'll even share some tunes. LIVE, interactive virtual Q&A workshop on Sunday, Sept 20. MORE
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