I'll be teaching, performing, and vending at this exciting festival held the third weekend in July. Known as the largest dulcimer festival out there, they have workshops, vendors, jams, and evening concerts. This three-day event is $10 a day or $20 for a three-day pass, kids 12 and under are free with an adult. (Camping is extra, see their website for details: (https://evartdulcimerfest.org/) Workshops cover hammered dulcimer, mountain dulcimer, and many other folk instruments for all skill levels. This year I'll be teaching workshops for hammered dulcimer, as well as guitar and performing in the Friday night concert which starts at 6:30 PM.

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This two-day acoustic instrument festival in Illinois features workshops, concerts, and vendors in the lovely outdoor setting of a park. My first time at this festival, I've been invited to teach hammered dulcimer and guitar both days, perform in the Saturday concert series, and vend (also on Saturday). For more info see the festival website (https://www.gebharddulcimer.org/) where you can check out this year's performers, workshop schedules will be posted, and lots of helpful information and lodging options. Admission is a suggested donation of $20 for one day or $30 for both. It looks like it will be a great experience with the festival being listed "among TravelMag’s Best Festivals and Fairs in Illinois."

Strong Tower Radio is doing a special Christmas feature with the music from my Christmas album, along with my sharing a short tidbit about the song, why I chose it, or the particular way it's arranged. You can tune in on one of the stations listed below or stream the special from their website. I hope it will be a blessing as we remember the real reason for Christmas: Christ coming to be our Savior!

89.7FM Grand Rapids, MI 102.7FM Alpena, MI 91.9FM Cadillac, MI 97.9FM Newberry, MI 90.7FM Harrison, MI 90.9FM Escanaba, MI 93.9FM Mio, MI 91.3FM Ironwood, MI 104.7FM Lansing, MI 92.3FM Charlotte, MI 1540AM Okemos, MI 91.9FM Battle Creek, MI 97.3FM Kalamazoo, MI 93.1FM Grand Haven, MI 91.3FM Decatur, IL https://strongtowerradio.org

Come for a wonderful afternoon of music featuring the A.M.E.N. Chorus, the Women's Philharmonic Chorus, and the Bells of Peace Handbell Choir with Angela Warner directing. This concert is always amazing and so much fun, definitely a good option to put you in the Christmas spirit! I'll be playing guitar with the bells on one of their numbers as well as singing with the group choir. If you come early, you'll catch me playing a bit of hammered dulcimer in the lobby and a light jazz band playing a small pre-concert of holiday favorites. Entrance is free but a freewill offering/donation is encouraged.

Come for a wonderful evening of music featuring the A.M.E.N. Chorus, the Women's Philharmonic Chorus, and the Bells of Peace Handbell Choir with Angela Warner directing. This concert is always amazing and so much fun, definitely a good option to put you in the Christmas spirit! I'll be playing guitar with the bells on one of their numbers as well as singing with the group choir. If you come early, you'll catch me playing a bit of a hammered dulcimer pre-concert. Entrance is free but a freewill offering/donation is encouraged.

Cadillac's Holiday Market has invited me to come play background music during the second half of their Christmas craft and vendor show. I'll be playing a variety of pieces on the hammered dulcimer and have CDs and download cards available. It's a neat venue with glass sides and fully heated in the cooler months and open sides in the summer months. If you get a chance, stop by and say 'hi.'

Cadillac's Holiday Market has invited me to come play background music during their Christmas craft and vendor show. I'll be playing a variety of pieces on the hammered dulcimer and have CDs and download cards available. It's a neat venue with glass sides and fully heated in the cooler months and open sides in the summer months. If you get a chance, stop by and say 'hi.'

The EPC has invited me to come play a Sunday evening concert at their church; I'll be playing hammered dulcimer, fingerstyle guitar, and singing. Admission is by free-will offering. Come for a relaxing and enjoyable night of uplifting music!

This all-day event (10:00 AM-4:00 PM) hosted by the Friends of the Cadillac Library features authors from Michigan (including my sister Jayna Baas). The coordinators have invited me to come play the hammered dulcimer from noon to 1:00 PM during the event, in between author readings. I'll be playing mostly in the background, but will also be explaining the instrument and taking questions. If you get chance, stop by and see the action!

This is a small, friendly music festival featuring traditional folk instruments (such as fiddle, guitar, and dulcimer) held in Midland, MI at the fairgrounds there. I'll be teaching and vending and hopefully performing in the Saturday night concert. The entrance fee is $10 for both days (Midland Folk Music Society Members are $5) and camping is available for $25 a night, no reservations required.

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I'll be teaching, performing, and vending at this exciting festival held the third weekend in July. Known as the largest dulcimer festival out there, they have workshops, vendors, jams, and evening concerts. This three-day event is $10 a day or $20 for a three-day pass, kids 12 and under are free with an adult. (Camping is extra, see their website for details: https://www.evartdulcimerfest.org/) Workshops cover hammered dulcimer, mountain dulcimer, and many other folk instruments for all skill levels. This year I'll be teaching four workshops for hammered dulcimer, one for guitar and performing in the Friday night concert which starts at 6:30 PM.

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The Ohio Valley Gathering features classes for folk instruments (including hammered dulcimer and guitar), vending, and evening concerts, as well as jam sessions. Lord willing, I'll be teaching two hammered dulcimer classes that feature hymns and the "Bass Runs for Everyone" guitar class, as well as performing both evenings.

Strong Tower Radio of Cadillac, Michigan, invited me to come share about the music I do and my latest album "Showers of Blessing." They also gave me the chance to play a few of the pieces on my guitar from the album live in the studio. If you want to catch the interview and music, tune in on one of the following stations or stream the program online at https://strongtowerradio.org.

89.7FM Grand Rapids, MI 102.7FM Alpena, MI 91.9FM Cadillac, MI 97.9FM Newberry, MI 90.7FM Harrison, MI 90.9FM Escanaba, MI 93.9FM Mio, MI 91.3FM Ironwood, MI 104.7FM Lansing, MI 92.3FM Charlotte, MI 1540AM Okemos, MI 91.9FM Battle Creek, MI 97.3FM Kalamazoo, MI 93.1FM Grand Haven, MI 91.3FM Decatur, IL https://strongtowerradio.org

Strong Tower Radio of Cadillac, Michigan, invited me to come share about the music I do and my latest album "Showers of Blessing." They also gave me the chance to play a few of the pieces on my guitar from the album live in the studio. If you want to catch the interview and music, tune in on one of the following stations or stream the program online at https://strongtowerradio.org.

89.7FM Grand Rapids, MI 102.7FM Alpena, MI 91.9FM Cadillac, MI 97.9FM Newberry, MI 90.7FM Harrison, MI 90.9FM Escanaba, MI 93.9FM Mio, MI 91.3FM Ironwood, MI 104.7FM Lansing, MI 92.3FM Charlotte, MI 1540AM Okemos, MI 91.9FM Battle Creek, MI 97.3FM Kalamazoo, MI 93.1FM Grand Haven, MI 91.3FM Decatur, IL https://strongtowerradio.org

Strong Tower Radio of Cadillac, Michigan, invited me to come share about the music I do and my latest album "Showers of Blessing." They also gave me the chance to play a few of the pieces on my guitar from the album live in the studio. If you want to catch the interview and music, tune in on one of the following stations or stream the program online at https://strongtowerradio.org.

89.7FM Grand Rapids, MI 102.7FM Alpena, MI 91.9FM Cadillac, MI 97.9FM Newberry, MI 90.7FM Harrison, MI 90.9FM Escanaba, MI 93.9FM Mio, MI 91.3FM Ironwood, MI 104.7FM Lansing, MI 92.3FM Charlotte, MI 1540AM Okemos, MI 91.9FM Battle Creek, MI 97.3FM Kalamazoo, MI 93.1FM Grand Haven, MI 91.3FM Decatur, IL https://strongtowerradio.org

This joyful evening of music, on both Saturday (at7:00) and Sunday (at 4:00), features the A.M.E.N. Chorus, Women's Philharmonic Chorus, and the Bells of Peace Handbell Choir. I'll be playing guitar with the bell choir on a piece, and singing in the choir for a few numbers as well. Admission is free, but a freewill offering will be accepted.

This event has been cancelled by the historical society.

Come for this fun, three-day musical event on the Midland County Fairgrounds. There's music to listen to, music to join in on, and music to learn with great instructors. I'll be there vending and teaching workshops, as well as performing in the Saturday night concert. Admission is $10 whether you come for a day or decide to attend the entire festival. For more info about the festival and camping, check out the Folk Music Society of Midland's website: http://www.folkmusicsociety.org/p/folk-festival.html

The Sounds of the Season concert will feature the A.M.E.N. Chorus, the Women's Philharmonic Chorus, and the Bells of Peace Handbell Choir for a wonderful afternoon of music. I'll be ringing with the bell choir as well as performing a duet on the guitar with the bell choir, which I arranged especially for this year's program. Admission is free; however, a freewill offering will be taken.

The Sounds of the Season concert will feature the A.M.E.N. Chorus, the Women's Philharmonic Chorus, and the Bells of Peace Handbell Choir for a wonderful evening of music. I'll be ringing with the bell choir as well as performing a duet on the guitar with the bell choir, which I arranged especially for this year's program. Admission is free; however, a freewill offering will be taken.