...to further understanding, investigation, appreciation, and performance of the traditional folk music, folk dance, and folklore of
the American people
You can see a Complete
list of Events here or follow the links on this page to the individual event pages.
Ever wonder who the band or caller was a few weeks ago?
Check the listing of Past Events to find out.
Special Events
July 30 2014 Square/contra dance Dick Bearman calls to Unbowed - Henry Koretzky (mandolin), Jamie O'Brien (guitar), and Bruce Campbell (bass). This dance will be FREE to all BFMS members.
October 11 2014 Playford Ball This year's Playford Ball will again be held at the Church of the Redeemer in Baltimore, Maryland.
Program and further information will be available soon.
July 30 2014 Dick Bearman calls to Unbowed - Henry Koretzky (mandolin), Jamie O'Brien (guitar), and Bruce Campbell (bass). This dance will be FREE to all BFMS members.
Come early at 6:00 pm for a Picnic and Jam. Note: this is not a potluck... just bring food for yourself. But, if you want to bring extra to share or put on the snack table during the dance.... no laws against that!
“Gentle English" are English country dances from all periods selected to be
gentle on the knees, hips, feet, and backs of the dancers. BFMS plans to hold
three or four Gentle English dances a year.
A night of storytelling celebrated world-wide on or about the Saturday
before Thanksgiving. Guilds and storytelling enthusiasts all around the
globe will share their storytelling talents in concerts held in cities and
towns to celebrate the art of storytelling. Locally, TELLABRATION!™ brings
together each area’s most celebrated storytellers, to delight, captivate,
and mesmerize audiences with their tales.
The Friendly Coffeehouse Open Mike is a BFMS-sponsored event, taking
place on Second Fridays each month at 8 pm. It offers a friendly, supportive
atmosphere for acoustic musicians, poets, storytellers and other folkies.
The Commmunity Coffeehouse Concert series at Babcock Presbyterian Church
is co-sponsored by BFMS. Once a month from September through May, the Community
Coffeehouse presents live performances by an eclectic mix of musicians from
around the Baltimore area and beyond.
October 04 2014 Evie Ladin & Keith Terry
The Catoctin music and dance weekend getaway gives dancers and musicians
of all ages a chance to attend a family-friendly weekend featuring folk
music, crafts and dancing in a beautiful mountain setting.
BFMS Board Meeting
BFMS board meetings are almost always on the first Tuesday of the month and are
open to BFMS members. If you would like to attend, please contact the BFMS President
via email.
president at bfms.org
BFMS Member Sponsored Events
These are events that are:
Sponsored by a BFMS member.
Open (at least) to all BFMS members.
Of a type that generally meets the definition of a "folkie" event. Tupperware parties, e.g., don't qualify.
Events produced by another
organization shall not be considered BFMS member-sponsored events.
Exceptions or appeals to this policy will be decided by the Board of BFMS.
BFMS asks that the sponsor promote the Baltimore Folk Music Society at member sponsored events.
If you would like to submit a member-sponsored event for this list, please use our
Event Submission form.
Temporarily canceled due to illness. To resume some time in the fall.
BFMS Open Sing
Calling all traditional singers, acoustic instrument players, and
singer/songwriters. Join us for the BFMS Open Sing, where we can share
songs in a welcoming and informal setting. Everyone is invited, regardless
of skill level. There will be chorus songs, so even if you aren't
comfortable singing in front of a crowd, you can sing along with the crowd.
The Open Sings will take place on the second Tuesday of each month, from 7:30-9:30
PM, on the second floor at Bertha’s, 734 S Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231
(in Fells Point).
Contact Michael at mqpens at gmail.com for information.
Member Sponsored Event Listings
August 12 2014 (Member Sponsored) BFMS Open Sing 7:30-9:30 PM, on the second floor at Bertha's in Fells Point
October 04 2014 (Member Sponsored) Evie Ladin and Keith Terry - House Concert Saturday, October 4, 2014 at 8 pm. Catonsville, MD.
House Concert at the home of McGregor Yatsevitch and Barbara Svoboda.
Energetic and electrifying clawhammer banjo, bass, percussive dance, storytelling songs both old and new, with nuanced, emotive vocals. An intimate yet robust evening of old-time and blues inspired folk music, hilarious anecdotes, and virtuosic dance performances anchored by Keith's Body Music and Evie's step dancing.
Evie is the daughter of Jay Ladin, a mainstay of BFMS for a couple of decades!
$15 at the door. Reservations necessary. Barbara Svoboda, svob@comcast.net
More member sponsored events Details can generally be found in the Weekly and Monthly Newsletters
Baltimore Open Band
English Open Band Practice
Singing for Everyone
International Folk Dancing
Ballroom Dancing and Lessons
Norwegian Dance and Potluck
Sacred Harp Singing
Various House Concerts
Like to have your Member Sponsored event listed here?
Send the Date, Time, Location, Address, Type of event, Contact Information and
Details of the event to events at bfms.org
Please note that Member Sponsored events must meet the criteria outlined above
to be listed on this page.
Other Folk Events
BFMS will be providing a listing of other folk events in the area. Click Here
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The Baltimore Folk Music Society is funded by an operating grant from the Maryland State Arts Council, an agency dedicated to cultivating a vibrant cultural community where the arts thrive.
Coming up:
See our Events page for a
complete listing of events and details.
July 28 2014 English Country Dance Rich Galloway calls to Barbara Gorin (violin, etc.), Marty Taylor (winds, concertina), and Liz Donaldson (piano)
July 30 2014 Square/contra dance Dick Bearman calls to Unbowed - Henry Koretzky (mandolin), Jamie O'Brien (guitar), and Bruce Campbell (bass). This dance will be FREE to all BFMS members.
Come early at 6:00 pm for a Picnic and Jam. Note: this is not a potluck... just bring food for yourself. But, if you want to bring extra to share or put on the snack table during the dance.... no laws against that!
August 11 2014 English Country Dance Carl Friedman calls to Becky Ross (violin), Robin Wilson (flute, concertina), and Judy Meyers (piano)
August 12 2014 (Member Sponsored) BFMS Open Sing 7:30-9:30 PM, on the second floor at Bertha's in Fells Point
August 13 2014 Square/Contra Dance Dave Colestock calls to the Contra Rebels - Todd Clewell (fiddle), Henry Koretzky (mandolin, guitar), Bruce Campbell (bass), and Barb Schmid (fiddle). New dancer orientation at 7:30 pm.
Baltimore Folk Music Society
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