Klezmer Barn Dance This Friday
The February Barn Dance will be held Friday, February 6th from 7:00-9:00 at The Barn in Mapleton. We’re excited to have the band KlezMore provide the music and dance instruction for the evening. Originally, the word "klezmer", from the Yiddish language, meant simply "musician". However, it has come to characterize the style of secular music played by Ashkenazi Jews for joyful celebrations such as weddings. Think of the celebration scenes from the musical “Fiddler on the Roof” and you’ll have an idea of the music and dance you’ll experience on Friday night.
Often, a klezmer band will include a fiddle, bass or cello, clarinet, drum and accordion. Klezmer music is made for dancing. Most dances which are intended to go along with klezmer music are set dances, much like the Anglo square or contra dances. However, many don’t require a partner, just holding hands with the person next to you as you weave in and out of circles and lines. We provide the water and ask that you bring a snack to share. If your New Year’s resolution included getting more exercise, trying something new or simply having more fun, come join us at The Barn! Wine glasses for crushing underfoot optional–just kidding! Our hosts may not invite us back if we do.
Click here for directions to the Barn.
Bluegrass Fiddlefest Coming In April
The Spring Bluegrass Fiddlefest will be held April 11th at the Tahitian Noni Auditorium at Riverwoods in Provo. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top bands. Performers should prepare 3 tunes lasting no more than 12 minutes total. The top six bands will advance to the second round held that evening. Competition slots will be scheduled on a first come first served basis, so don’t delay in registering your band.
Prizes are as follows:
1st Place- $500.00
2nd Place-$250.00
3rd Place-$125.00
4th, 5th, 6th Place-Gift Certificates
For more information and registration forms please visit the official Fiddlefest website.
IAM Calendar
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Television Programs
“Song of the Mountains”
Channel 9 (UEN)
Every Sunday at 9:00 PM
Features incredible bluegrass music from festivals and performances
Radio Programs
KRCL 90.9 FM Radio
"The Bluegrass Express"
Every Sunday 2:00- 5:00 p.m.
KRCL 90.9 FM Radio
"Fret ‘N Fiddle"
Every Sunday 5:00- 7:00 p.m.
KUER 90 FM Radio
“A Prairie Home Companion”
Garrison Keillor hosts this long running variety show with lots of humor and great music.
Saturday 5:00-7:00 p.m.
KUER 90 FM Radio
"Thistle and Shamrock"
Every Saturday 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
You'll love the Celtic music along with host Fiona Ritchie's beautiful Scottish accent.
KTMP 1340 AM
"The Old Time Country and Bluegrass Show"
Saturdays 3:00-4:00
KTMP 1340 AM
"The Country Edutainment Hour with Wayne Manning"
Thursdays 6:00-7:00