The Caltech Folk Music Society Home Page
Caltech Folk Music SocietyMail Code 102-58
California Institute of Technology
Pasadena, CA 91125
updated 3/26/2008
|
|
The Caltech Folk Music Society Home PageCaltech Folk Music SocietyMail Code 102-58 California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA 91125 updated 3/26/2008 |
If you aren't on our email list, be sure to sign up and be notified
about each concert. Write the Folk Music Society at folkmusic@caltech.edu
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Joel Fafard in
Beckman
Institute Auditorium
(8:00 PM)
Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for Caltech students and children.
Advance tickets may be obtained from the Caltech Ticket Office.
For information, call (626) 395-4652, or from outside the greater
Pasadena area, call toll-free at 1-888-2CALTECH (1-888-222-5832)
Joel Fafard is that rare breed of instrumentalist: the kind whose appeal
reaches far beyond the realm of serious guitar enthusiasts. The gifted slide
fingerstyle player writes stirring, melodic compositions that paint pictures
as vivid as any song with words. He introduces them on-stage with hilarious
commentary delivered in a "hillbilly farm-boy" stage persona that quickly
wins his audience over. And when he sinks his chops into a number like "Face
Down in the Rhubarb," well, let's just say the serious guitar enthusiasts
aren't disappointed either. This will be Joel's first appearance at
Caltech, so come see what his music is about!
Regular prices are $25, $20, $15 ($10 youth) but mention that you saw it
on our web page and all your tickets are just $10 each! Advance tickets are available at the Caltech Ticket Office.
For information, call (626) 395-4652, or from outside the greater Pasadena
area, call toll-free at 1-888-2CALTECH (1-888-222-5832)
Väsen is a Swedish word with many meanings: spirit, noise, a living
being, essence being among the most prominent. Their first recordeing
was released in 1990 and the group features Olav Johansson (nyckelharpa-
a traditional Swedish instrument related to the hurdy-gurdy and fiddle),
Mikael Marin (viola, fiddle) Roger Tallroth (12 string guitar) and
sometimes André Ferrari (percussion). Whether touring as a quartet or a
trio, Väsen combines a bit of Swedish traditional music with their own
compositions, and they have become one of the foremost proponents of
Swedish roots music. Come get initiated!
Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for Caltech students and children. The Folk Music Society is excited to have finally arranged an appearance
by this classic folk group> The Limeliters launched their career in 1959
at San Francisco's famous Hungry i and before long, founding members Alex
Hassilev, Lou Gottlieb and Glenn Yarbrough emerged as one of the dominant
voices of the early 1960's folk music scene. In the ensuing years, the
lineup has featured several spectacularly talented new members, but The
Limeliters have never deviated from the integrity of the fabulous sound that
they pioneered. Now, The Limeliters continue into the 21st century, with
members Mack Bailey and Andy Corwin, and newest member Gaylan Taylor taking
the place of original member Alex Hassilev. Their unique blend of thrilling
harmony, whacked out humor and contemporary satire consistently draws
standing ovations from audiences that today span three generations. With
their energy and enthusiasm undiminished, The Limeliters remain as exciting
an act as ever as the genre has produced. Now more than ever, the surging
vocals and wonderful sense of humor of this unique trio continue to earn
them their title as The Fabulous Limeliters!
Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for Caltech students and children. Mary delighted a large audience in her first Caltech appearance in 2005.
She came to the Folk Music Society's attention when we were contacted by her
son, who is a Caltech student. It turned out that she was an award winning
banjo player from Tallahassee, Florida, who had not really performed in the
West, though she was an established player in the Southeastern United
States. She's won banjo contests in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and
Alabama, and she plays mountain
dulcimer as well. She is steeped in old time string band music, as this
music has been in her family for three generations. She performs with her
husband, Bob on guitar, and she has five recordings to her credit, including
her newest one, Banjo Dreamin' : Swannee Nights."
The Caltech Folk Music Society is a non-profit organization with all
money collected going toward paying performers and for mailings and
other expenses. To confirm dates and times, contact Rex Mayreis or Nick Smith. Visit the
Caltech Public Events page at http://www.events.caltech.edu
and choose "Series" from the main page, and then Caltech Folk Music
Society Concerts. Their site also offers a listing of other programs on
the Caltech campus.
Ticket information is available from the Caltech Ticket Office.
Concerts are held in beautiful Dabney Hall and occasionally in Winnett
Student Center on a monthly basis. The CFMS is an informal group of
students and volunteers from the local community who arrange and
publicize these concerts. We publish a bi-monthly newsletter that
includes an in-depth calendar of folk music concerts, folk dancing, and
storytelling events throughout Southern California.
If you are interested in learning more about the Caltech Folk Music
Society or would like to receive the newsletter, drop a note to the
above mailing address, or contact Rex Mayreis.
Saturday, April 12, 2008 (8:00 PM)
Väsen in
Friday, May 16, 2008
The Limeliters in
Beckman
Institute Auditorium
(8:00 PM)
Advance tickets may be obtained from the Caltech Ticket Office.
For information, call (626) 395-4652, or from outside the greater
Pasadena area, call toll-free at 1-888-2CALTECH (1-888-222-5832)
Saturday, June 14, 2008
Mary Z. Cox and Bob Cox in
Dabney Hall
Lounge
(8:00 PM)
Advance tickets may be obtained from the Caltech Ticket Office.
For information, call (626) 395-4652, or from outside the greater
Pasadena area, call toll-free at 1-888-2CALTECH (1-888-222-5832)
About the Caltech Folk Music Society...
The Caltech Folk Music Society was started in 1983 by graduate students
Brian Toby and Simon Davies. The intent was to bring well-known
performers of acoustic music from around the country, and around the
world, to play at Caltech for a reasonable price. Long before playing
"unplugged" became fashionable, the CFMS began to seek out a wide range
of singer-songwriters, bluegrass bands, British Isles music, blues,
Nueva Cancion, guitarists, and a whole array of other musicians that did
not fit well into mainstream musical categories. While some of these
performers emphasize elements of "folk tradition," others are boldly
innovative and truly unique. Social activism, humor, and compassion are
commonly present as well.
Some Music Resources on the Web
Folkscene (Roz and Allen Larman)
Alive & Picking (Mary Katherine
Aldin)
Folkworks
AcousticMusic.net
Heartfelt Music (John &
Deanne Davis) - Keep in touch with the hosts of this fine show that
is no longer on KPFK
Topanga Banjo and Fiddle
Contest
Americana & Roots Music in
(and around) LA
Bluegrass Association of
Southern California
Tied to the Tracks (Larry
Wines of KCSN)
Prairie Home Companion (Garrison Keillor)
Past performances
Caltech Folk Music Society Concerts, since the beginning in January 1983, along with Brian's and Simon's pre-Folk Music Society concerts
(Thanks, Brian for the updated early listings!)
03/08/08 Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen 02/23/08 Nancy McCallion 02/08/08 Leahy (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 01/26/08 Campbell Brothers (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 01/25/08 John McCutcheon 01/12/08 Harvey Reid 12/01/07 Santa Cruz River Band 11/10/07 Sons of the Never Wrong 11/02/07 Vishten (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 10/20/07 Anne Hills 09/22/07 Women on the Move: Beautiful CD Release Concert 07/28/07 Susie Glaze & Hilonsome 06/01/07 Rosalie Sorrells 05/12/07 Perfect Strangers 04/14/07 Bryan Bowers 03/17/07 Wilson & McKee 03/09/07 Boys of the Lough (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 02/17/07 Cheryl Wheeler & Kenny White 02/03/07 Jim Malcolm 01/19/07 Eliza Gilkyson 01/06/07 Cathy Barton & Dave Para 12/9,10/06 A Scottish Christmas with Bonnie Rideout (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 11/04/06 Jamie Laval & Ashley Broder 10/27/06 Dervish (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 10/14/06 Aaron Jones & Claire Mann 10/07/06 Inti-Illimani (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 07/01/06 Fairport Convention
06/09/06 Cache Valley Drifters
04/22/06 Priscilla Herdman 04/29/06 Natalie McMaster (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 03/04/06 Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen
01/21/06 Chris Proctor
12/10/05 Kevin Burke
11/04/05 Patrick Ball in The Fine Beauty of the Island
11/05/05 Battlefield Band (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 10/15/05 John McEuen, David Amram & Buddy Spicher (3 Jammin' Gents, a show in honor of the late Vassar Clements & marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 10/01/05 bohola
09/17/05 Gerry O'Beirne (Andy Stewart forced to cancel tour) 05/14/05 Old Blind Dogs
04/09/05 Mary Z. Cox accompanied by Bob Cox
03/19/05 Teada
03/05/05 Vishten (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 02/19/05 The Perfect Strangers
02/05/05 Jim Malcolm
01/21/05 John McCutcheon & The Chapin Sisters 12/11/04 Broceliande
10/23/04 Lúnasa (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 10/09/04 William Jackson 09/10/04 Michael Smith 08/29/04 Katy Moffatt 04/24/04 Bryan Bowers 03/27/04 Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen 02/28/04 David Crosby (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 01/23/04 Kingston Trio (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events) 01/16/04 Harvey Reid 12/20/03 Cyntia Smith & the Lilies 11/15/03 Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer 10/17/03 Fil Campbell & Tom McFarland 09/09/03 Peter Ostroushko 07/26/03 Tom Smith 06/28/03 Jon Wilcox, Danny Wheetman, & David West 05/31/03 Priscilla Herdman 05/10/03 Sparky & Rhonda Rucker 04/12/03 Aoife Clancy 03/22/03 Riders of the Purple Sage & Border Radio 02/21/03 Robin & Linda Williams
01/17/03 David Massengill 01/10/03 EnsembleGalilei with Jean Redpath (marketing partner with Caltech Public Events)
12/21/02 Broceliande
11/09/02 Cosy Sheridan 10/19/02 Dan Crary & Beppe Gambetta 10/11/02 David Mallett 09/20/02 Fairport Convention & Equation (co-sponsored with Caltech Public Events) 09/06/02 Old Blind Dogs 06/29/02 Teada 06/08/02 Katy Moffatt 05/11/02 James LeeStanley 04/13/02 Bryan Bowers 03/23/02 Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen 02/23/02 Michael Smith 01/11/02 Chris Proctor 12/15/01 Kevin Burke 11/09/01 Chulrua 10/20/01 William Jackson 09/08/01 Cache Valley Drifters 07/27/01 Danu 05/19/01 Dave Para & Kathy Barton 04/13/01 Priscilla Herdman 03/16/01 Katy Moffatt 02/09/01 Patrick Ball 01/12/01 Rosalie Sorrels 12/16/00 Gregg Miner 11/17/00 Erica Wheeler 10/28/00 Adie Grey & Dave MacKenzie 09/09/00 Tarras 08/12/00 New West 05/13/00 Lui Collins 04/22/00 Eileen McGann 03/25/00 Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen 02/12/00 William Pint & Felicia Dale 01/29/00 Patrick Ball 01/08/00 Bluegrass Etc. 12/10/99 John McEuen 11/13/99 Chris Proctor 10/09/99 Steve Tilston 09/10/99 Tom Lewis 07/31/99 Martin Simpson 06/12/99 Rincon Ramblers 03/26/99 Peggy Seeger 02/26/99 Richard Greene, Peter Feldman, & Tom Sauber 02/05/99 Cache Valley Drifters 01/17/99 Bob Franke 09/26/98 Duck Baker 08/28/98 Michael Smith 07/18/98 Cyrus Clarke Band 05/30/98 William Jackson 03/28/98 Joanna Cazden & Bob Franke 03/01/98 Harvey Reid 02/14/98 Lou & Peter Berryman 10/05/97 Danu 07/27/97 Ruth Barrett & Cyntia Smith 04/26/97 Louis Killen, John Roberts & Tony Barrand 04/13/97 Copperline 03/22/97 Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen 03/01/97 Harvey Reid 01/19/97 Chris Proctor 05/04/96 Carla Sciaky 03/30/96 Ruth Barrett & Cyntia Smith 01/14/96 Harvey Reid & Chris Proctor 10/28/95 Brown Sisters & George Cavanaugh 10/07/95 Erica Wheeler 05/20/95 Kristina Olsen 02/26/95 Utah Phillips 02/04/95 Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen 01/15/95 Chris Proctor & Harvey Reed 12/10/94 David Massingill 11/20/94 Si Kahn 11/06/94 Acousticats 10/08/94 Cache Valley Drifters 04/08/94 Ruth Barrett & Cyntia Smith 03/27/94 Iron Mountain String Band 02/05/94 Utah Phillips 01/16/94 Harvey Reid & Chris Proctor 12/12/93 Kevin Burke & Open House 11/06/93 Tom Lewis 10/09/93 Sally Fingerett 07/24/93 Katy Moffatt 06/19/93 Ken Perlman & Rich & Maureen DelGrosso 03/13/93 Don Haynie & Sheryl Samuel 02/14/93 Golden Bough 01/22/93 Chris Proctor & Harvey Reid 12/12/92 Duck Baker & Molly Andrews 11/21/92 Ruth Barrett & Cyntia Smith 11/08/92 Jem Moore & Ariane Lydon 10/17/92 Ed Miller 05/17/92 Marley's Ghost 04/25/92 Tom Smith (did not play) & Tracy Moore 03/28/92 Martin & Jessica Simpson 02/15/92 Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen 01/18/92 Bob Franke 12/14/91 Dan Crary 11/09/91 Claudia Schmidt 10/05/91 Margaret Christl 09/21/91 Carla Sciaky 06/07/91 Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan 04/23/91 Andy Irvine 04/13/91 Kristina Olsen 03/03/91 John McCutcheon 02/02/91 Martin & Jessica Simpson 11/11/90 Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer 10/06/90 Joanna Cazden 09/16/90 Cilla & Ray Fisher 06/02/90 Ed Miller 05/18/90 Stanley Greenthal 05/05/90 Margaret Christl 03/30/90 Andrew York & Jennifer Robin 03/10/90 Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen 02/18/90 John McCutcheon 01/13/90 Kim Wallach & Carla Sciaky 11/10/89 Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer 10/14/89 Phil Salazar Band 09/23/89 Priscilla Herdman 06/25/89? Huayucaltia 05/13/89 Word of Mouth, Ciro Hurtado & Cindy Harding 04/15/89 Sally Rogers & Howie Bursen 03/31/89 Betsy Rose 02/04/89 Joanna Cazden 01/21/89 Martin & Jessica Simpson 12/02/88 Kristina Olsen 11/19/88 Ossian 10/08/88 Laurie Lewis & the Grant Street Band 09/17/88? Bob Bossin & Collective Vision 05/29/88 Priscilla Herdman 04/29/88? John Gorka & Roy Forbes (Bim) 02/12/88 Utah Phillips 12/06/87 Chris Proctor & Kim Robertson 11/06/87 Martin Carthy & the Watersons 10/10/87 Andy M. Stewart & Manus Lunny 09/12/87 Kristina Olsen 05/16/87 Sidesaddle 03/13/87 Sally Rogers & Howie Bursen 02/07/87? Carla Sciaky 01/17/87 Dewey Balfa & Tracey Schwarz 12/13/86? Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan 10/18/86 Joanna Cazden & Foxglove 10/05/86 Silly Wizard 05/17/86 Cyderman's Fancy 04/05/86 Golden Bough 02/22/86 Kim Wallach & Andrew Calhoun 01/17/86 Rick & Lorraine Lee with Holly Tannen 12/06/85 Banish Misfortune 11/16/85 Mother Logo 10/12/85 Rees & Gallagher 05/04/85 Ruth Barrett & Cyntia Smith 03/30/85 Joanna Cazden & Bob Bossin 03/02/85 Cathy Fink & Fred Small 02/23/85 Kevin Burke, Andy Irvine & Gerry O'Beirne 11/17/84 Don Lange, Bob Franke & Dick Pinney 10/19/84 Carla Sciaky & Kim Robertson 09/28/84 Thom Moore & Janie Cribbs & Geoff Bartley 05/04/84 Joanna Cazden & Hotte Ayre 04/13/84 Backwoods Jazz Quartet 03/23/84 De Dannan (co-sponsored with Caltech Public Events) 03/02/84 Fred Small 02/03/84 Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan 01/21/84 Artie Traum & Kim Wallach 12/02/83 Old Mother Logo 10/28/83 Berline, Crary & Hickman 10/15/83 Carla Sciaky 09/23/83 Silly Wizard 08/27/83 Geof Morgan 10/12/85 Dave Frishberg 07/08/83 Cache Valley Drifters 06/17/83 Caswell Carnahan 05/20/83 Train to Sligo & Matthew Allen & Julie Searles 04/29/83 Dick Pinney & Chris Proctor 04/01/83 Ruth Barrett & Cyntia Smith 02/25/83 Kevin Burke & Micheal O Domhnaill (co-sponsored with the Caltech Graduate Student Council) 02/10/83 Cathy Fink 01/21/83 Joanna Cazden (co-sponsored with the Caltech Y & Organization for Women at Caltech) 11/16/82 Don Lange (Caltech Y & Graduate Student Council) 10/05/82 Geof Morgan (Caltech Y, Organization for Women atCaltech, & Graduate Student Council) 08/13/82 Tracy Strann (Caltech Y) 05/20/82 Stan Rogers (Caltech Y) 04/12/82 Peter Alsop (Caltech Y) 01/29/82 Joanna Cazden (Caltech Y & Organization for Women at Caltech)