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Friday Night Concert at John C. Campbell Folk School

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

Free concerts are held most Friday nights and feature some of the finest regional and national acts performing old-time, bluegrass, folk, gospel and Celtic music.

FREE

MOUNTAIN MUSIC AMBASSADORS

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

The Mountain Music Ambassadors is the flagship group of student performers from The Kentucky Center for Traditional Music at Morehead State University in Morehead, KY. Ready to entertain with Bluegrass, Old Time and Country Music, these student musicians form a section of band class. Young musicians from the center have represented our region and our […]

Rosin Sisters at John C. Campbell Folk School

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

The Rosin Sisters are Barbara Panter-Connah and Jan Smith from Atlanta, and Ann Whitley-Singleton from Dahlonega. These three 'heart sisters' came together as a trio over ten years ago when Ann was still living in the big city, but they have known each other through the traditional music scene for over thirty years. They explore […]

Junior Appalachian Music Program Student Concert

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

Join us for our annual Junior Appalachian Music Program student showcase.  Folk School JAM is an after-school program for high school age children that introduces music through small group instruction on instruments common to the Appalachian region, such as fiddle, banjo and guitar.  Folk School JAM is offered, free of charge, to students in both […]

Boomchuck Swing Time

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

Boomchuck Swing Time is a combo hailing from both Asheville, NC and Brasstown, NC. They are most known as a hot band on the scene for regional contra dances, but concerts are their forte as well. Multi-talented Laurie Fisher has been entertaining dancers and inspiring musicians full-time for the past 17 years. She can fiddle, […]

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Frank Lee and Allie Burbrink

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

Frank and Allie Lee (Bryson City, NC) are a harmony-powered old time duo. Their April 2018 release, Roll On, Clouds, showcases their favorite songs from over two years of performing together. These pieces range from blues tradition (Somebody On Your Bond, Roll and Tumble) to bluegrass classics (Standing on a Mountain, Cabin on a Hill), […]

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Friends and Family Day at John C. Campbell Folk School

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

Join us for a fun day in our studios! Participate in hands-on craft, music, and dance activities. Tour our campus and learn more about the Folk School's programs.  All ages welcome.  

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Dulcimer Celebration Concert

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

Anne Lough an internationally known traditional musician who performs and teaches at schools, workshops, and festivals throughout the country. She holds a Bachelor of Music Education from Murray State University (KY) and a Master of Music Education from Western Carolina University (NC). She is well known for her artistic and sensitive style of playing, and […]

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The Moon and You

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

The Moon and You is a folk/soul band based in Asheville, NC that tours the Eastern US and Western Europe. At its core are married songwriters and multi-instrumentalists Ryan Furstenberg (banjo, guitar) and Melissa Hyman (cello). The band released its debut album A White Light That Sings in June 2016, to critical acclaim. They celebrated […]

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Fall Festival at John C. Campbell Folk School

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

Celebrate the rich heritage of the Appalachians at our 45th Fall Festival, featuring over 200 craftspeople, continuous live music and dance, craft demonstrations, good food, and much more!   

$3 – $5

Folk School Fall Festival

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

Golden fall sunlight and brightly colored leaves provide a scenic backdrop for the John C. Campbell Folk School's Fall Festival. This treasured annual celebration of Appalachian culture, held on the Folk School's Brasstown, North Carolina campus, heralds its 45th anniversary in October. The Folk School's enduring commitment to the arts is evident in a vibrant […]

Fall Festival at John C. Campbell Folk School

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

Celebrate the rich heritage of the Appalachians at our 45th Fall Festival, featuring over 200 craftspeople, continuous live music and dance, craft demonstrations, good food, and much more!   

$3 – $5

We welcome submission of Western North Carolina events focused on our heritage themes of mountain music, crafts, foodways, outdoors and Cherokee culture. Please submit two weeks in advance.

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