Well Dee, as a free festival, You wouldn't really expect to get the HUGE professional names, but I have to say that I am delighted with the line-up, who are, as George says, the quality layer in the non-full time professional artist category. I know that those coming will enjoy what we have to offer, and what makes it great for me is that not only are they worthy of being there, they are all nice people too! There are many unsung heroes in folk music, quality acts that never leave their county boundaries, They all contribute to the rich tapestry that Folk Music is, and for me are what folk music is all about. You can pay big money to go and see your big names, but I have to say sometimes it doesnt mean it will be good!
Wkkipedia says: The Tech Multimedia Music Dictionary defines folk as "music of the common people that has been passed on by memorization or repetition rather than by writing, and has deep roots in its own culture
A festival is an event, usually staged by a local community, which centers on some unique aspect of that community.
Hopefully we have ticked those boxes, and thats what we are offering!
Cheers, Lucy