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 The Accords Audiences of all ages love the popular medleys, international polka tunes, and toe-tapping melodies of Utah’s own accordion trio. Composed of Glenna Archibald, Susan Henshaw, and Joan Weitzeil, The Accords perform at a variety of venues all along the Wasatch Front . This is definitely not your grandmother’s accordion music (or maybe it is!), so come clap your hands, move your feet, and sing along.
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 Lowell Blue Lowell and his guitar are an acoustic force to be reckoned with. Influenced by myriad local musicians, Lowell’s music is a dynamic compilation of rock, bluegrass, alternative, and country that shines with purity and originality. His compelling voice, and even more compelling style, reveal an innate vision and love of music that focuses on what he loves best: acoustic solo. www.lowellblue.com
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 The Harp Circle Wherever they play, these Utah County harpists use Celtic music to transform the everyday into a musical journey through a world of idyllic beauty and peace. Founded by renowned harpist Kira Pratt Davis, the Circle is still inspired by her goal – to bless lives with serenity and enjoyment through the magical sounds of the harp.
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 Julie Hill The "Dairy Country Troubadour" of Northern Utah, Julie Hill's music celebrates the natural world – from red-rock deserts to fields of daisies – with simple and striking original songwriting. Hill's "steady, strong voice" combines with lyrics that are "sometimes moody, sometimes cheerful, always poignant" to create a unique contemporary folk style. Julie delights in both creation and performance, and her music goes straight to the heart.
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 Sacha & Christopher Kux Performing at the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival for the first time, this folk duo comes to us all the way from Florida . Back home, the two spend time absorbing folk and acoustic music like sponges. Here at the Festival, they will present a mix of contemporary and traditional styles, drawing from aural traditions of the U.S. and Europe, along with the occasional bluegrass or country standard.
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 Stephanie Smith Mabey After releasing three independent albums as Stephanie Smith, Stephanie moved to a new state, embraced her funky new married name, and stepped into a new chapter of her musical life. Genuine and authentic, she has been voted one of the “Top 15 Artists in the West” by Billboard Magazine. This exceptional singer/songwriter is as engaging and compelling as she is sweet and sincere. www.stephaniemabey.com
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 Mississippi Mūd Formed on the banks of the Mississippi River in 2001, Mississippi Mūd specializes in the big band sound of the thirties and forties. When these professional musicians returned to the Wasatch Front - expecting a quiet retirement - an enthusiastic Utah fan base kept them making music. So, grab a dance partner and celebrate as this fantastic band strikes up the sound of the Mississippi.
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 Mt. Timpanogos Celtic Performers
When Joe Perry, a highland bagpipe teacher and player with the Mt Timpanogos Pipe Band, started playing his uilleann (Irish) pipes before practices, he wasn’t alone for long. The traditional Irish music was contagious, and soon others were showing up with fiddles, whistles, mandolins, and pipes. Come see why these performers were lured into a second practice before every Pipe Band meeting!
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 PanHarmonium David Cantrell, Susan Marchant, and Gilbert Ritchie recreate the music of ancient times. Founded in 1987, PanHarmonium has performed at The National Storytelling Festival, The Alabama Shakespeare Festival, and many other festivals and events. Their repertoire includes medieval, Renaissance and baroque music played on authentic reproductions of the vielle, recorder, harp, hurdy-gurdy, and other period instruments.
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 Red Desert Ramblers Hailing from all over Utah, the Ramblers are a well-known regional favorite, playing an eclectic mix of bluegrass, classic country, folk, and swing. This "feel good" band blends traditional harmonies with smoking instrumentals to produce rhythm and rhyme like you’ve never heard before. As the Salt Lake Tribune wrote, "When it comes to locally-produced bluegrass bands, it’s hard to do better." www.reddesertramblers.com
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 Rob Bennion Band With a bumping rhythm section and full array of electronic and acoustic instruments, the Rob Bennion Band knows how to keep people moving, from audiences at Japan’s Okayama Jazz Festival to private celebrity parties at the Grand America Hotel. Rob’s band loves to have a good time, and their variety of classic and contemporary music has been featured on Fox 13 and KJZZ to prove it. www.robbennion.com/theband.html
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 Sam Payne & Cherie Call Mutual fans for years, Sam Payne and Cherie Call are teaming up for this year’s Festival. Sam brings his jazz-inflected folk music around the world, while also working as a nationally-known radio producer and writer. Cherie Call is a regular performer at Nashville's Blue Bird Café and a finalist in the prestigious Kerrville New Folk songwriting competition. Come enjoy original, pop-folk contemporary music you’ll love. www.sampayne.com www.cheriecall.com
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 Island Style Dance Company Dedicated to preserving and sharing the dances and heritage of the Polynesian Islands, the Island Style Dance Company brings excitement to the stage. Come celebrate Maorian, Hawaiian, and Tahitian culture through the magical art of dance. The Island Style Dance Performing Company has performed for family and friends, as well as audiences large and small throughout Utah. www.islandstyledance.com
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 Sweet Potatoes An offshoot of rock group Casanova Frankenstein, bluegrass band the Sweet Potatoes creates three-part harmonies sweet as honey. Drawing on influences as diverse as Crosby, Stills and Nash, Elvis Costello, and Prince, these fellas, with names as wholesome as Andy, Wayne, Layton, Trevor, and Jed, will ease your worried mind. http://www.facebook.com/CasanovaFrank
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