MCTA Spring 2016 Line-Up!

February 27th @ 2pm- Wynter's Haven Natural Cream Workshop

             Feeling a little dry? Come join us to learn how to make your very own skin loving moisturizing cream! You will even learn a little about infusing! 100% natural and good for everything from cloth diapering, to face cream, to chapped lips! A small donation is requested but not required and you will leave with a sample container of cream and the option to purchase larger sizes. 

March 8th @ 7pm- Irish Traditional Music with John Blake, Mairead Hurley and Nathan Gourley

             A powerhouse of Irish Traditional Music employing a variety of instruments will perform 67at Mountain City Traditional Arts, Tuesday, March 8^th, at 7:00 PM.  Musicians John Blake, Mairead Hurley and Nathan Gourley will bring the sounds of Ireland to Frostburg just in time for an early St. Patrick’s Day celebration.  A $15 donation is suggested, but tickets are not necessary, the program is open to the public.     

March 9th @7pm- Home Ground Reception and Exhibit    

                 The exhibit, produced by Frostburg State University students enrolled in Sociology of the Environment, features documentation materials and interviews conducted in the fall by students taking Folklore in Appalachia. The event will provide area residents with the opportunity to learn more about the program offerings and experiences supported by Home Ground- an Allegany County based organization committed to bringing people together to enjoy the outdoors and to appreciate the vital role of nature in our lives and our communities.

March  12th, 1pm-4pm- Tatting workshop with Carolyn Groves

             Introduction to tatting: Learn the basic of tatting in this 3hour workshop. One stitch is used to create all sorts of interesting lace. The workshop will cost $10, all supplies will be provided. Please call 301 687 8040 to pre-register for the class.

April 3rd time TBA- Songwriters Showcase Featuring Cory Wharton and Loretta Hummel

              Loretta Hummel, an Allegany County local, has been bringing her country, bluegrass, and gospel music to tri-state to residents for many years. A singer, songwriter, and ordained music minister her talent has been widely recognized. Cory Wharton blends bluegrass, country-western and traditional folk music in his emotional performance honoring Appalachian heritage.

April 23rd- Frostburg Arts Walk

             Stop by and see demonstrations, meets artists, and hear some traditional music!

April 30th - Todd Burge, children's show at 4pm, performance at 7:30pm.

Todd has become one of West Virginia’s most intriguing singer/songwriters. His songs are written with an inspiration from life experiences and expressed with humor and immense talent. His music styles vary widely from folk to alternative rock but always have the same Todd Burge flare. He has performed in a variety of venues including CBGB’s, The Country Music Hall of Fame, The Kennedy Center, and hundreds of smaller venues. He has appeared multiple times on NPR’s Mountain Stage where he was first called the “dean of WV songwriters, the best we have”, by its host, Larry Groce.

The Winter Farm Market will occur every 1st and 3rd Saturday through the Spring from 10am -1pm bringing fresh locally produced food, herbal products, and local crafts to our community.

Mountain City Traditional Arts to Present Irish Traditional Music Trio

       A powerhouse of Irish Traditional Music will perform at Mountain City Traditional Arts, Tuesday, March 8^th, at 7:00 PM.  Musicians John Blake, Mairead Hurley and Nathan Gourley will bring the sounds of Ireland to Frostburg just in time for an early St. Patrick’s Day celebration.  A $15 donation is suggested, but tickets are not necessary, the program is open to the public.

       John Blake is a traditional Irish flute player, guitarist and pianist. An ex member of traditional group Teada, John has performed and recorded with the cream of Irish musicians including, John Carty, Paddy Glackin, Noel Hill, Liam O’Flynn, Jesse Smith, Harry Bradley, Colm Gannon, The Kane Sisters and James Kelly.

       Mairead Hurley is from Ballymote, Co Sligo, and won the All Ireland Concertina Senior Championships at the Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann in 2006. Music runs in her blood as her father is a flute and tin whistle teacher and her four siblings all play music. She has been playing since she was four years old.

        Nathan Gourley is one of America’s most highly regarded young players of traditional Irish music. His playing is steeped in lifelong study of the Irish tradition, and is at same time colored by his American roots. Gourley started playing music at age five. While living in Minnesota he had the opportunity to collaborate with such renowned players as Paddy O’Brien of Chulrua. Nathan can be seen playing at concerts, ceilis, sessions and festivals in Boston and throughout the United States and Ireland.

 

Mountain City Traditional Arts is a program of Frostburg State University, which receives support from the Maryland Traditions Program of the Maryland State Arts Council.