Performing at FiddleFest 2010
FiddleFest 2010 will take place July 30 - 31 on the campus of Hollins University! You won't want to miss our unbeatable workshops, concerts, jams and more, featuring the talented artists below:Cherryholmes
With their roots based in bluegrass, Celtic, and jazz music, Cherryholmes has stormed to the top of the music world since winning the 2005 IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association) Award for Entertainer of the Year.More about Cherryholmes:
Website | MySpace | YouTube | Twitter
At FiddleFest Saturday, July 31st:
» Mini Concert: A Taste of Cherryholmes
» Evening Concert
Mountain Heart
Mountain Heart deftly combines elements of rock, jamband, country, blues, jazz, and bluegrass into a high-energy sound that is at once fresh, accessible, and unmistakeable.More about Mountain Heart:
Website | MySpace | YouTube | Twitter
At FiddleFest Friday, July 30th:
» Workshops: all Friday workshops
» Open Jam Session: Up Close with Mountain Heart
» Evening Concert
Paul Williams & the Victory Trio
If you want to feel bluegrass gospel, then Paul Williams and the Victory Trio are the real deal. A master songwriter, Paul's songs are part of the bluegrass and country lexicon. Don't miss this opportunity to see the Trio!More about Paul Williams & the Victory Trio:
MySpace | YouTube
At FiddleFest Friday, July 30th:
» Workshops: banjo, guitar, vocal, bass
» Jam Session: Pro Jam Opry
» Evening Concert
At FiddleFest Saturday, July 31st:
» Workshops: banjo, guitar, vocal, bass
» Mini Concert: Showcase Mini Concert
» Evening Concert
Lonesome River Band
Lonesome River Band celebrates over 25 years in Bluegrass as one of the most popular and influential acts on the bluegrass festival and concert circuit.More about Lonesome River Band:
Website | MySpace | YouTube
At FiddleFest Saturday, July 31st:
» Workshops: banjo, mandolin, fiddle, vocal, bass
» Open Jam Session: Showcase Mini Concert
» Evening Concert
Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper
Award-winning fiddler Michael Cleveland brings dynamic traditional bluegrass to the stage with his band, Flamekeeper, in a show that will leave the audience talking.Mike and his talented band present a program of tight vocal trios and duos, blistering instrumentals, and fiddle-and-banjo duets that echo the first-generation stars of bluegrass.
More about Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper:
Website | MySpace | YouTube
At FiddleFest Saturday, July 31st:
» Workshops: banjo, mandolin, fiddle, guitar, bass
» Open Jam Session: Showcase Mini Concert
» Evening Concert
The Jeanette Williams Band
The Jeanette Williams Band is currently on tour performing a mixture of original, traditional, contemporary and gospel bluegrass, along with acoustic and classic country tunes offering a variety of music sure to please any audience.More about The Jeanette Williams Band:
Website | MySpace | YouTube
At FiddleFest Friday, July 30th:
» Workshops: banjo, mandolin, vocal
» Jam Session: Pro Jam Opry
» Evening Concert
Acoustic Endeavors
Acoustic Endeavors has been performing and recording original bluegrass and acoustic music since 1992. They have three albums featuring their original songs and arrangements, and have enjoyed radio play all over the US and on cable radio as well.More about Acoustic Endeavors:
Website | MySpace
At FiddleFest Friday, July 30th:
» Workshops: banjo, guitar, vocal
» Jam Session: Pro Jam Opry
» Evening Concert
Sandy Ridge
Sandy Ridge is a quartet of fellows who are now doing it "Their Way" in the great bluegrass tradition of 'Ol Blue Eyes. From original songs to old classics and just about anything else, you never know what you might hear on their next show.More about Sandy Ridge:
Website
At FiddleFest Friday, July 30th:
» Workshops: banjo, mandolin, vocal, bass
» Jam Session: Pro Jam Opry
» Evening Concert
The Wolfe Brothers String Band
The Wolfe Brothers play and sing traditional old-time music, and their repertoire includes some original material as well. Join the Wolfe Brothers Saturday at FiddleFest for the Jam & Dance!More about The Wolfe Brothers:
Website
At FiddleFest Saturday, July 31st:
» Jam Session: Jam & Dance with The Wolfe Brothers
» Evening Concert
New at FiddleFest 2010: Jam & Dance!
Moody Center: The Rathskeller (downstairs)Starts at 1:30 PM on Satuday
Open Jam
Join the Wolfe Brothers and square dance caller Don Meador for an afternoon dance. It'll be a flatfootin', buck dancin' good time! Bring your instrument or your dancing shoes and join in!Find out more:
- » Go to the Workshops & Jams page
- » See the complete festival schedule
