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Song Swaps: Exchanging Joy, Community Through Folk Music

Created by Judy Cook, OC ’71, when she moved to Kendal at Oberlin, Song Swap is a collaborative event between Kendal residents and Oberlin students. The event focuses on building and maintaining a loving community centered on the joy of folk music. Song …

WATCH! Wardruna visit Hobgoblin folk music instrument shop

  WATCH! Wardruna visit Hobgoblin folk music instrument shop Prime purveyors of roots music, Wardruna have made an art from old Scandanavian sounds dating back to the viking period. Their atmospheric music and stunning live gigs have seen them at the …

Terry Smith retiring from The Grascals, and from bluegrass music

Tomorrow (Friday, April 11) marks the end of an era for professional musician Terry Smith. Big Lick Bluegrass Festival near Oakboro, NC will be his last show in his home state. With only five other dates across other states, he will retire from 60 years in …

Arkansas Roots Music Festival at Johnny Cash’s Boyhood Home This Weekend

It's going to be a beautiful weekend and if you are looking for a fun road trip then you should check out the 10th Annual Arkansas Roots Music Festival this Saturday in Dyess, Arkansas. Now, how appropriate is it that the Arkansas Roots Music Festival …

Folk music thrives at BYU with the Mountain Strings, Celtic and American Ensembles

In the Mountain Strings, Celtic and American Ensembles, BYU students explore various types of music from around the world, from Ireland and Scotland to Russia and Macedonia. Mark Geslison has been involved in these ensembles, both as a student and director …

Third grade celebrates culture of folk music

Third grade students at Don Gill Elementary School in Wellsboro demonstrated folk music and dances for parents and friends during concerts on March 27 and 28. Students demonstrated three dances: Los Machetes, a traditional Mexican circle dance, …

Mara Aranda’s New Album on Sephardic Music in Bulgaria Tops Iberian Roots Music Chart

Spanish singer and researcher Mara Aranda has topped LIMúR, the Iberian Roots Music Chart, for the first quarter of 2025 with Sefarad en el Corazón de Bulgaria. Notably, this is the fourth installment in her musical series dedicated to the Sephardic Jewish …

Half a century of folk music: Ten Pound Fiddle marks 50 years in East Lansing

Fifty years is a very long time for any non-profit to exist, but the Ten Pound Fiddle has made it. Over the past five decades, the organization has brought noteworthy folk music to East Lansing, including stars like Nanci Griffith, Suzanne Vega, and before …

Midday Interview: Arkansas Roots Music Festival

Zimbabwean Gospel Music Awards First Edition

Zimbabwe’s gospel is having its greatest celebration on 11 April just before a coincidence on its holiday calendar. On the 18th of April this year, Zimbabwe is twinning its holiday celebrations. Its most important day, Independence Day, and on this day …

Grunin Center Featuring Folk Music and Award-Winning Poetry

(Supplied Photo) Ocean County College’s Grunin Center for the Arts will showcase a contemporary folk superstar and a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet this coming week. At 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, singer-songwriter Vance Gilbert will take the stage at the …

Main program announced for 2025 Viljandi Folk Music Festival

The main program for the 2025 Viljandi Folk Music Festival "Off the Ground!" has been announced. This year's lineup features 11 international artists, 36 Estonian performers, and 3 collaborative groups uniting musicians from Estonia and …

John P. Kee Honored at 2025 BMI Gospel Music Awards

Overview of John P. Kee and the 2025 BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards John P. Kee, known as the “Prince of Gospel,” was recently honored at the 2025 BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards for his gospel music contributions spanning over four …

There are dark practices in the gospel music industry - Esther Smith backs Cwesi Oteng

Veteran gospel musician Esther Smith has supported recent claims made by her colleague Cwesi Oteng that spiritual attacks are prevalent within the gospel music industry. Esther Smith responded to Cwesi Oteng's allegation that some gospel musicians took …

2025 Bluegrass in the Blueridge kicks off

Lorraine Jordan & Country Grass at the 2025 Bluegrass in the Blueridge festival – photo © Bill Warren Bluegrass in the Blueridge kicked off Thursday evening at the Meadowview Convention Center in Kingsport, Tennessee. Lorraine Jordan welcomed everyone …

‘Bluegrass Forever’ stamp designer delivers hands-on presentation at MTSU

Heather Moulder’s stamp art on display at MTSU’s Walker Library on April 9, 2025. (Kerstie Wolaver) Students, alumni and stamp collectors of all ages gathered on the fourth floor of the James E. Walker Library for “Bluegrass Forever: the Making of a First …

Curt Chapman leaving Wildfire, retiring from touring

Bluegrass bass players are dropping like flies! Curt Chapman has told us that he will be leaving Wildfire, a band he founded with Robert Hale two decades ago, and giving up the touring side of the bluegrass music business. Over a long career, which started …

Carrie Underwood Is Influencing American Idol Season 23 In This Unique Way Amid Signs The Show Should Be Retooled (She’s ...

American Idol season 23 judge Carrie Underwood is having a unique influence on the show as her fellow judge Luke Bryan revealed that she's inspired the newest contestants to sing more gospel music. Carrie won American Idol season 4 in 2005, and has …

Valerie June Teaches Us New Ways to Resist on Owls, Omens and Oracles

It is easy, in times of duress and anxiety, such as the numbingly stupid, nigh cataclysmic one we’re presently weathering, to stew in one’s alarm. We inhale dread, we exhale fear. Before long, these emotions, triggered via the constant intake of reports on …

New Boston Chocolate Tour Starts in Boston This April: From Beacon Hill to Boston Public Market

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Off The Beaten Path Food Tours will be premiering a brand new Boston Chocolate Tour in late April 2025. Started by a local couple who loves delicious food in Boston, Off The Beaten …

No Label Brewing Co. Honored at VFW Post 9182 Awards Night at Cinco Ranch Golf Club for Service to the Katy Community

Recognized at VFW Post 9182’s Annual Awards Night, No Label Brewing was honored for its ongoing support of veterans, students, and the Katy community. KATY, TX, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- No Label Brewing Co. Honored at …

Tickets for Electrifying K-pop Group CIX’s THUNDER FEVER Tour On Sale Now

Get Your Tickets to the THUNDER FEVER Europe Tour / North America Tour NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tickets for CIX’s highly anticipated THUNDER FEVER tour across North America and Europe are officially …

LSG SKY CHEFS - AMERICAS WINS AIRLINE CATERER OF THE YEAR FOR NORTH AMERICA AT 2025 PAX INTERNATIONAL READERSHIP AWARDS

Airline Catering Company Wins for Third Consecutive Year IRVING, TX, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LSG Sky Chefs – Americas (Sky Chefs), the market leader in airline catering and culinary solutions, today announced it was …

Santa Barbara Culinary Experience Grand Wine Tasting

The Santa Barbara Culinary Experience- Grand Wine Tasting is back, May 17th. SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Santa Barbara Culinary Experience Returns May 12-18- Tickets now on sale for weeklong celebration …

Rare Nest Gallery Announces Book ‘Knobs of Paris’, Will Celebrate History of the French Capitol through Hardware

Rare Nest announces book "Knobs of Paris" - French capitol's hardware. knobs, knockers, pulls that form outdoor museum of history, design. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rare Nest Gallery of …

Legacy of Champions Powers the Spirit of the 2025 Knecht Cup Regatta

26th Annual Collegiate Rowing Championship Set for this Weekend on the Cooper River PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As more than 64 collegiate rowing programs and over 345 entries converge on the Cooper …

Zafir Rashid unveils $1.5B vision for Orlando destination

A new $1.5 billion master-planned district is taking shape in Orlando, led by developer Zafir Rashid. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new $1.5 billion master-planned district is taking shape in Orlando, led by …

Viva Las Vegas Weddings is ready for WWE Weekend with its new Love Smackdown Wedding Package

Get ready for the Greatest Wedding Event of All Time as Viva Las Vegas Weddings launches the “Love Smackdown” Wedding Package just in time for Wrestlemania 41. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Couples are The Main Event …

8 Surrogate Mothers Available NOW in the USA & Canada: No Wait List – Immediate Match Opportunities at Surrogacy4All

If you’re searching for a surrogate mother now—without waitlists or delays—Surrogacy4All offers immediate matching opportunities with women who ready now! NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 8 Surrogate Mothers …

OPIC Technologies, Inc. Enhances Travel Storytelling with 3D Livestreaming

OPIC’s 3D livestream tech lets travel influencers share adventures with depth, motion, and real-time presence for more immersive audience experiences. ORLANDO , FL, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OPIC Technologies, Inc., the leader …

Honoring 13 International Journalists Showcasing the Unique Culture and Charm of the American South

Travel South USA celebrates 13 global journalists whose storytelling has inspired millions to discover the heart of the Southern U.S. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Travel South USA proudly celebrates 13 …

'AWAJI EXPO ROAD' to Launch in April, Aims to Connect Awaji Island with Expo 2025

The inaugural event, "MobiWell Awaji", will be held on April 19th - 20th on Awaji Island AWAJI CITY, HYOGO PREFECTURE, JAPAN, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pasona Group Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Group CEO: Yasuyuki …

Illinois State University and United Planet Partner for Transformative Fair Trade & Human Rights Program in Nepal

ISU and United Planet partnered for an immersive Nepal trip focused on fair trade, human rights, and cultural learning. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- United Planet, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to …

Pasona Group, Tezuka Productions Announce New Character 'NEO Astro Boy' for Expo 2025 Pavilion

Special short movie to be screened, featuring Astro Boy reborn by the hands of BLACK JACK OSAKA, JAPAN, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pasona Group Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Group CEO: Yasuyuki Nambu) will exhibit a private …

Insider Perks Unveils AI-Powered Reservation Technology for Enhanced Guest Experiences at Campgrounds and RV Resorts

Innovative Chatbot "Campy" Now Offers Direct Reservation Capability, Empowering Guests to Instantly Book Campsites Using AI Vision CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Insider Perks, the leading innovator …

Mobisoft Infotech Launches Smart School Bus Tracking System to Elevate Safety, Compliance, and Operational Intelligence

Empowering Schools and Parents with Real-Time Tracking, CCTV Integration, and Automated Transport Operations PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobisoft Infotech, a global provider of smart mobility solutions, is pleased to …

K-Beauty Boom: Growing Interest in Korean Plastic Surgery Spurs Demand for Transparent, Verified Medical Platforms

South Korea sees rise in medical tourism; new platforms like INFLO boost safe, multilingual access to verified cosmetic clinics for global patients. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As global interest in K- …

The Couture Pattern Museum Reopens for Private Tours After Extensive Deck Renovations

The Couture Pattern Museum reopens for private, curator-led tours with couture artifacts, outdoor tea, and digital archive access. SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After a year of deck repairs due to …

Sweet Valley Ranch’s Dinosaur World Roars Back for Its 5th Season with the Fossils & Farm Friends Festival

North Carolina’s largest dinosaur attraction returns June 7th with new creatures, farm fun, and family adventures at Sweet Valley Ranch. FAYETTEVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sweet Valley Ranch is proud to …