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Sunday, January 25 2026 (Member Sponsored)
BALFOLK MUSIC SESSION
1- 3 p.m., at the Four Hour Day Lutherie, 4305 Harford Road, Baltimore MD 21214. Balfolk refers to traditional and contemporary folk dance from France, Belgium, Brittany and a few other places. Dances include bourrée, mazurka, an dro, hanter dro and others. The music is interesting, rhythmic and lots of fun to play. Pretty easy, too! This will be a guided jam session, led by Mark Vidor. IT IS NOT A DANCE SESSION. All musicians and all instruments are welcome. No prior experience in the genre is necessary. Music will be provided at the session. Music is also available electronically in advance. For more information, contact Mark Vidor at mbvidor@aol.com
Monday, January 26 2026
English Country Dance
English Country Dancing at its warmest on a late January night!
from 8 o'clock until half past 10 o'clock
Diane Schmitt calls and Jonathan Jensen on piano and. . . ,Robin WIlson on flute and concertina, and both Emily Aubrey and Carl Friedman on violins will provide a generous supply of musical sonority for the evening.
Please register at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Tuesday, January 27 2026
BFMS Song Swap
It’s 4th Tuesday BFMS zoom song swap! 7:30! New Years edition!
..... The zoom song swap is a place for folks to come
together and share songs, community, and keep the live
singing tradition thriving. While we have been getting together
on zoom, the 4th Tuesday BFMS songswap has become
transcontinental and international with participants from west,
farther west, and north and northwest across the border. You
can drop in on the zoom and meet (and hear / sing with) some
nice folks we 're not likely to meet in person!
https://yorku.zoom.us/j/99950379772
Wednesday, January 28 2026
Contra Dance
Colette Mrozek calls to the music of Strings on Wings: Todd Clewell (guitar), Barb Schmid (fiddle), Aaron Blouin (bass). REGISTER HERE
Saturday, January 31 2026
2026 BFMS MidWinter Ball
Don't delay, get your tickets today!
Monday, February 02 2026
English Country Dance
English Country Dance, 8:00 until 10:30 pm.
Join us for some enlivening & jolly times of dances of yore!
Sharon McKinley calls the dances and Jeff Steinberg on violin, Mark Vidor on accordion and Janina O'Brien at the piano, usally, will provide the music thereto.
Snacks are always welcome. They keep our energy up!
Please register aforehand at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Wednesday, February 04 2026
Contra Dance
Greg Frock calls to the music of The Rhythmajigs: Patti Reum, flutes and whistles; Michael Giordano, fiddle and mandolin; Jack Maus, piano, accordion. REGISTER HERE
Monday, February 09 2026
English Country Dance
A late winter evening of English Country Dance, beginning at 8 and ending at half past 10 pm.
Robin Wilson on concertina and flute; Emily Aubrey on violin and Carl Friedman on piano will play any and all tunes needed for the dances called by Christopher Field, caller.
Please register at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Tuesday, February 10 2026
BFMS Song Swap
2nd Tuesday IN PERSON BFMS Song Swap
At the 4 Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! Bring a favorite folk-genre song or two to share with our community of singers. Chorus songs or repeated refrains are encouraged. You can lead a song, sing along, hum, listen, or add some accompaniment. No mic, no pressure, no performance. Just singing together in a friendly, supportive space! Free (pass-the-hat goodwill donation welcome)
REMEMBER: If you are sick, not feeling well, etc. Please stay home.
Wednesday, February 11 2026
Contra Dance
Saturday, February 14 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
Monday, February 16 2026
English Country Dance
Another late winter evening of English Country Dance ready to warm up your hearts and toes! 8 pm to 1030 pm.
Kappy Laning will determine our dances and help us mind our steps while Janina O'Brien at the piano for the most part, Carl Friedman on violin and Marty Taylor on whistles/recorders/concertina will do their best to accommodate any and all of Kappy's choreographic wishes.
Snacks are welcome and more importantly, are you!
Please register at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Wednesday, February 18 2026
Contra Dance
Daniel Friedman calls to the music of Wombat Crossing: Carl Friedman (fiddle), Robin Wilson (flute, concertina, sax), and Charlie Pilzer (piano). REGISTER HERE
Monday, February 23 2026
English Country Dance
English Country Dancing at our annual Staycation; when we pretend be somewhere tropical and thus, wamer: from 8 until 1030 pm.
Please consider wearing your tropical best. Your attire is part of the evening's decor!
Jonathan Jensen at primarily the piano; Susan Brandt on flute; and Paul Oorts on guitar, accordion and perhaps another instrument of his choice, will aptly provide the tunes determined by our Caller, Emily Aubrey.
Snacks are always welcome, but if bringing coconuts, please provide extraction tools as well.
Please register via the electronic device of choice at: http://bfms.org.englishcountrypay.php
Wednesday, February 25 2026
Contra Dance
Perry Shafran calls to the music of Steve Epstein (clarinet), Janina O'Brien (accordion, bodhran, whistle), and Charlie Pilzer (piano). REGISTER HERE
Tuesday, March 10 2026
BFMS Song Swap
2nd Tuesday IN PERSON BFMS Song Swap
At the 4 Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! Bring a favorite folk-genre song or two to share with our community of singers. Chorus songs or repeated refrains are encouraged. You can lead a song, sing along, hum, listen, or add some accompaniment. No mic, no pressure, no performance. Just singing together in a friendly, supportive space! Free (pass-the-hat goodwill donation welcome)
REMEMBER: If you are sick, not feeling well, etc. Please stay home
Saturday, March 14 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30 PM
TBD calling to Wild Wombats of the Chesapeake: Carl Friedman (fiddle), Robin Wilson (flute, concertina, sax), Ralph Barthine (guitar), Janina O’Brien (piano, bodhran, whistle)
Dance lesson: 6:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission is $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
Saturday, April 11 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
Tuesday, April 14 2026
BFMS Song Swap
2nd Tuesday IN PERSON BFMS Song Swap
At the 4 Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! Bring a favorite folk-genre song or two to share with our community of singers. Chorus songs or repeated refrains are encouraged. You can lead a song, sing along, hum, listen, or add some accompaniment. No mic, no pressure, no performance. Just singing together in a friendly, supportive space! Free (pass-the-hat goodwill donation welcome)
REMEMBER: If you are sick, not feeling well, etc. Please stay home
Saturday, May 09 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
Tuesday, May 12 2026
BFMS Song Swap
2nd Tuesday IN PERSON BFMS Song Swap
At the 4 Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! Bring a favorite folk-genre song or two to share with our community of singers. Chorus songs or repeated refrains are encouraged. You can lead a song, sing along, hum, listen, or add some accompaniment. No mic, no pressure, no performance. Just singing together in a friendly, supportive space! Free (pass-the-hat goodwill donation welcome)
REMEMBER: If you are sick, not feeling well, etc. Please stay home
Tuesday, June 09 2026
BFMS Song Swap
2nd Tuesday IN PERSON BFMS Song Swap
At the 4 Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! Bring a favorite folk-genre song or two to share with our community of singers. Chorus songs or repeated refrains are encouraged. You can lead a song, sing along, hum, listen, or add some accompaniment. No mic, no pressure, no performance. Just singing together in a friendly, supportive space! Free (pass-the-hat goodwill donation welcome)
REMEMBER: If you are sick, not feeling well, etc. Please stay home
Saturday, June 13 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
Saturday, July 11 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30, 7:30-10, or 8-10:30 PM (TBD)
TBD calling to Some Assembly
Dance lesson: 6:30, 7 or 7:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
BALFOLK MUSIC SESSION
1- 3 p.m., at the Four Hour Day Lutherie, 4305 Harford Road, Baltimore MD 21214. Balfolk refers to traditional and contemporary folk dance from France, Belgium, Brittany and a few other places. Dances include bourrée, mazurka, an dro, hanter dro and others. The music is interesting, rhythmic and lots of fun to play. Pretty easy, too! This will be a guided jam session, led by Mark Vidor. IT IS NOT A DANCE SESSION. All musicians and all instruments are welcome. No prior experience in the genre is necessary. Music will be provided at the session. Music is also available electronically in advance. For more information, contact Mark Vidor at mbvidor@aol.com
Monday, January 26 2026
English Country Dance
English Country Dancing at its warmest on a late January night!
from 8 o'clock until half past 10 o'clock
Diane Schmitt calls and Jonathan Jensen on piano and. . . ,Robin WIlson on flute and concertina, and both Emily Aubrey and Carl Friedman on violins will provide a generous supply of musical sonority for the evening.
Please register at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Tuesday, January 27 2026
BFMS Song Swap
It’s 4th Tuesday BFMS zoom song swap! 7:30! New Years edition!
..... The zoom song swap is a place for folks to come
together and share songs, community, and keep the live
singing tradition thriving. While we have been getting together
on zoom, the 4th Tuesday BFMS songswap has become
transcontinental and international with participants from west,
farther west, and north and northwest across the border. You
can drop in on the zoom and meet (and hear / sing with) some
nice folks we 're not likely to meet in person!
https://yorku.zoom.us/j/99950379772
Wednesday, January 28 2026
Contra Dance
Colette Mrozek calls to the music of Strings on Wings: Todd Clewell (guitar), Barb Schmid (fiddle), Aaron Blouin (bass). REGISTER HERE
Saturday, January 31 2026
2026 BFMS MidWinter Ball
Don't delay, get your tickets today!
Gaye Fifer calling to music by Handspring:
Carrie Rose (flute), Owen Morrison (guitar), Alexander Mitchell (fiddle)
6:30-10pm Church of the Redeemer
For more info, click the link above or visit
www.bfms.org/midwinter.php
Monday, February 02 2026
English Country Dance
English Country Dance, 8:00 until 10:30 pm.
Join us for some enlivening & jolly times of dances of yore!
Sharon McKinley calls the dances and Jeff Steinberg on violin, Mark Vidor on accordion and Janina O'Brien at the piano, usally, will provide the music thereto.
Snacks are always welcome. They keep our energy up!
Please register aforehand at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Wednesday, February 04 2026
Contra Dance
Greg Frock calls to the music of The Rhythmajigs: Patti Reum, flutes and whistles; Michael Giordano, fiddle and mandolin; Jack Maus, piano, accordion. REGISTER HERE
Monday, February 09 2026
English Country Dance
A late winter evening of English Country Dance, beginning at 8 and ending at half past 10 pm.
Robin Wilson on concertina and flute; Emily Aubrey on violin and Carl Friedman on piano will play any and all tunes needed for the dances called by Christopher Field, caller.
Please register at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Tuesday, February 10 2026
BFMS Song Swap
2nd Tuesday IN PERSON BFMS Song Swap
At the 4 Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! Bring a favorite folk-genre song or two to share with our community of singers. Chorus songs or repeated refrains are encouraged. You can lead a song, sing along, hum, listen, or add some accompaniment. No mic, no pressure, no performance. Just singing together in a friendly, supportive space! Free (pass-the-hat goodwill donation welcome)
REMEMBER: If you are sick, not feeling well, etc. Please stay home.
Wednesday, February 11 2026
Contra Dance
Luke Schoppert calls to the music of Contra Intuitive: Peggy Kaiser (piano), Gina Faber (mandolin/fiddle), Ryck Kaiser (fiddle). REGISTER HERE
Saturday, February 14 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30 PM (one hour earlier)
Greg Frock calling to Lovely Lane String Band ~ Brenna Hogan - fiddle, Shane Knudsen - fiddle, Art Abrams - bass, John Sauer - guitar, Jay White - banjo
Dance lesson: 6:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
Monday, February 16 2026
English Country Dance
Another late winter evening of English Country Dance ready to warm up your hearts and toes! 8 pm to 1030 pm.
Kappy Laning will determine our dances and help us mind our steps while Janina O'Brien at the piano for the most part, Carl Friedman on violin and Marty Taylor on whistles/recorders/concertina will do their best to accommodate any and all of Kappy's choreographic wishes.
Snacks are welcome and more importantly, are you!
Please register at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Wednesday, February 18 2026
Contra Dance
Daniel Friedman calls to the music of Wombat Crossing: Carl Friedman (fiddle), Robin Wilson (flute, concertina, sax), and Charlie Pilzer (piano). REGISTER HERE
Monday, February 23 2026
English Country Dance
English Country Dancing at our annual Staycation; when we pretend be somewhere tropical and thus, wamer: from 8 until 1030 pm.
Please consider wearing your tropical best. Your attire is part of the evening's decor!
Jonathan Jensen at primarily the piano; Susan Brandt on flute; and Paul Oorts on guitar, accordion and perhaps another instrument of his choice, will aptly provide the tunes determined by our Caller, Emily Aubrey.
Snacks are always welcome, but if bringing coconuts, please provide extraction tools as well.
Please register via the electronic device of choice at: http://bfms.org.englishcountrypay.php
Wednesday, February 25 2026
Contra Dance
Perry Shafran calls to the music of Steve Epstein (clarinet), Janina O'Brien (accordion, bodhran, whistle), and Charlie Pilzer (piano). REGISTER HERE
Tuesday, March 10 2026
BFMS Song Swap
2nd Tuesday IN PERSON BFMS Song Swap
At the 4 Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! Bring a favorite folk-genre song or two to share with our community of singers. Chorus songs or repeated refrains are encouraged. You can lead a song, sing along, hum, listen, or add some accompaniment. No mic, no pressure, no performance. Just singing together in a friendly, supportive space! Free (pass-the-hat goodwill donation welcome)
REMEMBER: If you are sick, not feeling well, etc. Please stay home
Saturday, March 14 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30 PM
TBD calling to Wild Wombats of the Chesapeake: Carl Friedman (fiddle), Robin Wilson (flute, concertina, sax), Ralph Barthine (guitar), Janina O’Brien (piano, bodhran, whistle)
Dance lesson: 6:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission is $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
Saturday, April 11 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30, 7:30-10, or 8-10:30 PM (TBD)
Colette Mrozek calling to Zachary Mills - fiddle & feet, Bobby LaRose - mandolin, and Charlie Pilzer - piano
Dance lesson: 6:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
Tuesday, April 14 2026
BFMS Song Swap
2nd Tuesday IN PERSON BFMS Song Swap
At the 4 Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! Bring a favorite folk-genre song or two to share with our community of singers. Chorus songs or repeated refrains are encouraged. You can lead a song, sing along, hum, listen, or add some accompaniment. No mic, no pressure, no performance. Just singing together in a friendly, supportive space! Free (pass-the-hat goodwill donation welcome)
REMEMBER: If you are sick, not feeling well, etc. Please stay home
Saturday, May 09 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30, 7:30-10, or 8-10:30 PM (TBD)
Melissa Chatham calling to Contra Rebels ~ Henry Koretzky (guitar), Barb Schmid (fiddle), Todd Clewell (fiddle), and Aaron Blouin (bass)
Dance lesson: 6:30, 7 or 7:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
Tuesday, May 12 2026
BFMS Song Swap
2nd Tuesday IN PERSON BFMS Song Swap
At the 4 Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! Bring a favorite folk-genre song or two to share with our community of singers. Chorus songs or repeated refrains are encouraged. You can lead a song, sing along, hum, listen, or add some accompaniment. No mic, no pressure, no performance. Just singing together in a friendly, supportive space! Free (pass-the-hat goodwill donation welcome)
REMEMBER: If you are sick, not feeling well, etc. Please stay home
Tuesday, June 09 2026
BFMS Song Swap
2nd Tuesday IN PERSON BFMS Song Swap
At the 4 Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! Bring a favorite folk-genre song or two to share with our community of singers. Chorus songs or repeated refrains are encouraged. You can lead a song, sing along, hum, listen, or add some accompaniment. No mic, no pressure, no performance. Just singing together in a friendly, supportive space! Free (pass-the-hat goodwill donation welcome)
REMEMBER: If you are sick, not feeling well, etc. Please stay home
Saturday, June 13 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30, 7:30-10, or 8-10:30 PM (TBD)
Harris Lapiroff calling to Rev it Up ~ Tory Horner - fiddle, Larry Unger - guitar
Dance lesson: 6:30, 7 or 7:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
Saturday, July 11 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30, 7:30-10, or 8-10:30 PM (TBD)
TBD calling to Some Assembly
Dance lesson: 6:30, 7 or 7:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
