Ottawa Folk Festival



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Country and Region Canada — Ontario
Type of Festival Dance, Music
Location of Festival Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Festival Contact Information

Ottawa Folk Festival
265 Catherine Street, 2nd Floor
Ottawa, ON Canada K1R 7S5
Phone: +01 613-230-8234
Fax: +01 613-230-1113
Online contact form:
http://www.ottawafolk.com

Festival Description

The annual festival is a four-day event. In 2011 the festival moved from its former location in Britannia Park to Hog’s Back Park. Set amidst the natural beauty of Hog’s Back Park, the Ottawa Folk Festival is a celebration of music, dance, visual arts and community featuring an eclectic mix of musical performances on two evening and five daytime stages, plus participatory music workshops, special children’s and family performances, beer gardens, artisan and craft vendors, and much, much more. We are family-friendly, community-focused, culturally diverse and committed to sustainability and eco-friendly initiatives.

According to Festival supervisor Mark Monahan “This relocation is imperative to solidify the festival’s future.” The plan is intended to meet the needs of the festival’s existing patrons for a central location and to attract and develop new audiences by showcasing one of Ottawa’s more beautiful public parks, adjacent to the stunning Ottawa landmark known as Hog’s Back Falls.

Festival Dates September 6 - 10, 2012
Festival Links http://www.ottawafolk.com

Festival Events:

Lineup 2012:
  • Bon Iver
  • Ben Harper
  • Lindsey Buckingham
  • Dan Mangan
  • Great Big Sea
  • Matthew Good
  • Matt Mays
  • Wintersleep
  • Kathleen Edwards
  • Corb Lund
  • Bombino
  • Belle Starr
  • Guy Forsyth
  • Yukon Blonde
  • John K. Samson
  • John Smith
  • Raul Midón
  • Catriona Sturton
  • Timber Timbre
  • Nudie and the Turks
  • Old Man Luedecke
  • Mirel Wagner
  • Patrick Watson
  • Eliza Gilkyson
  • Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys
  • Great Lake Swimmers
  • Haram
  • Hooded Fang
  • Jill Hennessy
  • John Gorka
  • Abrams Brothers
  • Ann Downey
  • Arthur II
  • Julia Dales
  • Kina Grannis
  • LP (Laura Pergolizzi)
  • Lucy Kaplansky
  • Michael Jerome Browne
  • The Lumineers — cancelled
  • Monte Montgomery — cancelled
  • Red Horse featuring John Gorka, Eliza Gilkyson and Lucy Kaplansky
  • Saul Williams
  • The Once
  • Said the Whale
  • TJ Wheeler
  • Todd Crowley and the Musical Petting Zoo Whitehorse
  • and many more…
Artist feature 2012:
  • Lindsey Buckingham
    Performance — September 7 at 9:30pm
    • Lindsey Buckingham of Fleetwood Mac fame has been confirmed to appear at the festival on . When Lindsey Buckingham joined Fleetwood Mac in 1975, he helped propel the group to superstar status with his versatile voice, his wide-ranging guitar stylings and his stellar song-writing. Whether massive hit singles like Don’t Stop or stunning show stoppers like I’m So Afraid, Buckingham’s songs stuck with listeners and made Fleetwood Mac one of the best-selling rock groups of all time and one of the best live acts of the 1970s and ‘80s. With Fleetwood Mac, Buckingham recorded (and co–produced) six studio albums that have sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. Since 1981, he has released six studio albums and one live album of his own material. For many of these albums the multi-talented Buckingham played all of the instruments. His most recent solo album, The Seeds We Sow (2011) is not the work of an artist resting on his laurels. In fact it features a mix of beautiful ballads, folksy tunes and some outright rockers. Throughout the album the elements of Buckingham’s artistry that elevated Fleetwood Mac are on full display. In concert at this year’s Ottawa Folk Festival, expect Lindsey Buckingham to mix it up between his solo career and Fleetwood Mac hits for an unforgettable live show.
Workshops 2012:
  • The Ottawa Folk Festival is thrilled to announce the return of their interactive and performance workshops. Whether you are drawn to the craft of songwriting, the dulcet tones of the bouzouki, the art of a perfect yodel, or the secrets of beat boxing, this year’s festival has activities for everyone. Experienced musicians may benefit from master-class sessions or the opportunity to join in a jam and make new musical connections. Patrons with no experience and a song in their heart will get a kick-start to learning a new instrument. Our multi-performer song circles provide an intimate setting where artists and audiences explore a range of themes and ideas through song. This is a chance for music fans young and old to engage with artists in unique and intimate workshop environments and to relax in the picturesque surroundings of Hog’s Back Park. Whether it’s the sweet strum of the ukulele, or balance of a perfect break dance, the Ottawa Folk Festival has activities for everyone. This wonderful Ottawa Folk Festival tradition allows friends and families to fill their weekend with movement, stories, songs and so much more.
  • Please note, all music workshops are provided free of charge!

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Practical Info:

Venue:
  • Hog’s Back Park
    Hog’s Back Road
    Ottawa
  • Located off Colonel By Drive. The festival site at Hog’s Back Park will offer a variety of food and beverages. Merchandise concessions, and many other family and children oriented entertainment will also be offered.
Tickets:
  • Tickets are on sale at the festival's web site — and for detailed performance schedule and ticket information please visit http://www.ottawafolk.com.

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