The Will McLean Folk Festival, March 7th - 8th
This is an annual gathering of songwriters from throughout the state of Florida. Though the festival is 3 days people start gathering as early as the week before to get a good spot and start playing music. The festival will have workshops for Fiddle, Mandolin, Songwriting, there is a brand new youth gathering as well where students are mentored on music and performance and storytelling. This is a wonderful festival and well worth your time. The Will McLean Festival is held at the Florida Sand Music Ranch, 85 Myers Road, Brooksville Fl, 34602
Barberville Spring Folk & Arts Festival, April 5th & 6th
This Festival is nestled within a village of old buildings rescued and and transported to a small park on the outside of Barberville. The village itself is worth the drive. All the stages are either inside our near some of these old buildings, some dating back to the late 1700’s. This festival celebrates the history of Old Florida in stories and songs. The Barberville Pioneer Settlement is located at 1776 Lightfoot Ln, Barberville Florida. For further information go to pioneersettlement.org or call 386-749-2959
Troll Music Showcase, Saturday April 26th
It is rare treat when a venue has enough faith in your art as to give you a whole night to yourself. I am really looking forward to an evening where I can open my mind and let the songs and stories flow. The show should get started around 6pm. If your in the neighborhood drop on by and say HOWDY! For further information go to trollmusic.com or call 941-484-8765
Central Cafe, Saturday July 12th
My friend Woody asked me to be the featured artist for the July show at the Central cafe on Saturday July 12th. The Central Cafe has a full bar and menu. From the red brick walls to the high ceilings the Cafe gives such a warm rustic feeling. I am looking forward to playing some tunes and throwing out a few stories as well. This show will get started at 5:30pm. The Central Cafe is located at 906 Manatee Ave East, Bradenton. So if you find yourself in the neighborhood drop on by and sit a spell. For further information go to centralcafe941.com or call 941-757-0050