Folk Song Circles

Our folk circles are designed for enjoying prepared acoustic music played by individuals and as a group. We enjoy traditional, popular and original music. All music is presented acoustically (no amplification). The material and presentation are family friendly and suitable for a wide audience. We strongly encourage the public to join for singing or just listening. Our events are open and free to the public, and intended to provide an entertaining and educational experience in a respectful and inclusive atmosphere.

We start the evening by featuring a singer or group. After the feature, we sometimes ask a member to teach a song or lead in group sing alongs. We then move on to the song circle. Each participant has the opportunity to lead a song as the turn moves around. The song leader may play solo, request backup, or pass. It is important to only play along if the song leader indicates others should do so.

We play guitars, mandolins, banjos, fiddles, basses, dobros, dulcimers, harmonicas, ukuleles and other stringed instruments. Low volume wood and reed instruments are also welcome.

Sorry, drums of all sorts are generally too loud, so we generally ask folks not to bring them.

Play at an appropriate volume level so all may hear the leader. Most of all, have fun and practice the ART - Appreciation, Respect, Tolerance.

Table of Contents

Page title Most recent update Last edited by
Janet Beazley's Slow Jam April 14, 2012 11:57 AM Christine
Playing Tips November 6, 2009 11:46 PM Jeff Bertino
Schedule October 10, 2009 11:31 PM Jeff Bertino
Introduction August 23, 2009 3:57 PM Jeff Bertino
Favorite Links January 15, 2012 10:11 AM Jeff Bertino
Bluegrass Jams January 2, 2010 12:52 PM Jeff Bertino
Folk Song Circles August 23, 2009 5:12 PM Jeff Bertino
Friends Of The Poway Folk Circle April 3, 2012 12:25 PM Jeff Bertino
About Poway Folk Circle January 2, 2010 12:33 PM Jeff Bertino

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