About the Event
The Baltimore Old Time Music Festival brings together the brightest Old Time Stringband musicians in the country to celebrate where this vibrant music form exists today. Join host artists Ken & Brad Kolodner along with a dizzying lineup for two days of concerts featuring brilliant musicianship and shimmering vocal harmonies, hands-on workshops, jamming, square dancing, conversation and revelry that’s fun for all ages.
Festival Schedule:
Harborview Stage:
Becky Hill & Friends 12-12:45
The Horsenccks 1:30-2:15
Bruce Molsky 3-3:45
Ken & Brad Kolodner 4:30-5:15
Allison & Tattana 6-6:45
The Onlies 7-7:45
From Africa to Appalachia 8-8:45
Dom Flemons 9-9:45
Pavilion Stage:
Bcatbox Dads 10:30-11:30
Free Family Programming - 10:30am-3pm
Family Square Dance 12:00-1:30
The Onlies 2-2:45
Dom Flemons 3:15-4
Becky Hill & Friends 4:30-5:15
The Horsenecks 5:30-6:15
Bruce Molsky 6:30-7:00
Ken & Brad Kolodner 7:15-7:45
Baltimore Square Dance
Janine Smith calling The Horsenecks, The Onlies & Festival Megaband 8-11
Studio Stage:
Vocal Harmony Workshop with The Horsenecks 11-12:15
Banjo in Maryland: Pete Ross & Kristina Gaddy 12:45-1:30
Old Time Cabaret 2:15-3
Fiddle Showcase 3:45-4:30
Old Time Roots: Dom Flemons, Cheick Hamala Diabate & Samuel Rose 5:15-6
Jamming at Little Havana 10:45pm-1:00am
Vendor Village:
Makers Market 10:30-4:00
Food Vendors 12-8
Workshops:
11:00 AM
Clawhammer Banjo with Allison de Groot
A clawhammer banjo icon, Allison has a unique approach to Old Time banjo that is innovative and creative while steeped in tradition. Learn from one of the modern greats! The workshop is geared towards intermediate to advanced players but all are welc
11:00 AM
Old Time Fiddle with Tatiana Hargreaves
One of the fiercest fiddlers on the scene today, Tatiana Hargreaves will lead an Old Time fiddle workshop geared towards intermediate to advanced fiddlers looking to take their playing to the next level.
11:00 AM
Vocal Harmony with the Horsenecks
Share in the joy of song by learning harmony singing from The Horsenecks featuring Gabrielle Macrae and Barry Southern. All skill levels welcome.
11:00 AM
Meet the Hammered Dulcimer with Mary Lynn Michal
Discover the magic of the hammered dulcimer! Instruments and hammers provided. Mary Lynn Michal will show you the basics of the instrument in this explorative workshop for complete beginners. Pre-registration is not required.
11:00 AM
Printing Press Basics
Using a 1936 Linotype machine and vintage printing press. Participants will each contribute to the design of a Festival and print their own copy to take home. Each participant will have the opportunity to handset one line of large wooden or metal type that will be added to the poster. Choose your phrase, pick a font, and set your line by hand. Once assembled, you will be able to print your own copy on the Baltimore Museum of Industry’s proof press.
12:30 PM
Appalachian Singing with Riley Baugus
A legendary Old Time musician, Riley is a renowned banjo player and vocalist from North Carolina. His singing stems from a backdrop in church singing in the Blue Ridge and rural folk songs, fiddle tunes and ballads. All levels welcome.
12:30 PM
Old Time Fiddle with Bruce Molsky
One of the most influential fiddlers of our time, Bruce Molsky will teach a fiddle workshop geared towards intermediate to advanced fiddlers.
12:30 PM
Tune Writing with Natalie Padilla
Explore your creative tune-writing side you never knew was there in this hands-on workshop geared to all instruments and skill levels. Whether you're an experienced tune writer or are yet to write your first tune, now's your chance to learn from one of the best. Natalie is a brilliant tunesmith and will share her approach for how to write new melodies in the Old Time style. All instruments and skill levels welcome.
12:30 PM
Printing Press Basics
Using a 1936 Linotype machine and vintage printing press. Participants will each contribute to the design of a Festival and print their own copy to take home. Each participant will have the opportunity to handset one line of large wooden or metal type that will be added to the poster. Choose your phrase, pick a font, and set your line by hand. Once assembled, you will be able to print your own copy on the Baltimore Museum of Industry’s proof press.
2:00 PM
Clawhammer Banjo with Rachel Eddy
Grab your banjo and learn from one of the most beloved Old Time musicians and teachers in the region. Rachel is a rock-solid banjo player who can take your playing to the next level. All levels welcome.
2:00 PM
Flatfooting with Becky Hill
Learn from one of the best! Becky is a champion flatfoot dancer and renowned teacher. She is an innovative performer and will share her love of dance with you. Smooth-soled shoes encouraged but not required. All levels are welcome.
2:00 PM
Old Time Rhythm with Alex Lacquement
All instruments are welcome to join this workshop focused on developing your sense of groove in Old Time Music. One of the true joys of this music is grooving with other folks. Learn from one of the best at groove! All levels are welcome.
2:00 PM
Printing Press Basics
Using a 1936 Linotype machine and vintage printing press. Participants will each contribute to the design of a Festival and print their own copy to take home. Each participant will have the opportunity to handset one line of large wooden or metal type that will be added to the poster. Choose your phrase, pick a font, and set your line by hand. Once assembled, you will be able to print your own copy on the Baltimore Museum of Industry’s proof press.
3:30 PM
Old Time Guitar with Vivian Levae
Learn how to sit in the pocket and groove along in an Old Time jam on your guitar. Bass-runs, strumming patterns and other fundamentals will be covered. All levels welcome.
3:30 PM
Mandolin with Danny Knicely
Learn to take your mandolin playing to the next level with one of the most musically creative and rhythmically solid mandolin players on the scene today. All levels welcome.
3:30 PM
Fiddle Tunes from Women with Sami Braman
One of the most dynamic young fiddlers on the scene today, Sami Braman will lead an Old Time fiddle workshop highlighting tunes from women fiddlers. This workshop geared towards intermediate to advanced fiddlers.
3:30 PM
Songwriting with John Bolten of Geraldine
This workshop will present tools and tips for developing a unique songwriting style by exploring various approaches of song structure, melodic technique, storytelling, and lyrical styles. The only prerequisite is a love for songs. The workshop will cover different approaches for honing your songwriting craft regardless of skill level or instrument proficiency.
5:00 PM
The Basics of Old Time Banjo with Leo Shannon
Dust off your banjo and discover the joy of Old Time Banjo! No banjo experience needed. Now is your chance to learn!
5:00 PM
The Basics of Old Time Fiddle with Riley Calcagno
Dust off that fiddle and discover the joy of Old Time Fiddle! No fiddle experience needed. Now is your chance to learn!
5:00 PM
Old Time Jamming 101 with the Elderblossoms
Learn tips and techniques improving your jamming skills, learning tunes on the fly and developing more confidence to join the jam. The Elderblossoms from Salt Lake City will facilitate a slow jam and share ideas on how to improve your jamming skills.
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Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. EDT 
7:00 p.m. ET • 6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PT 
