And then you could try...

Just wanted to share some of the ideas we're kicking aorund in Canada. The concept of the Super-Hoot/Hootenanny. You band together as musicians and sponsor an evening of Folk Music with 10-12 artists doing around 3 songs each. Folk Establishment? What do you do when your employer limits your income to an hourly wage? Fire him! Start your own business!
The momentum of sharing the music and jamming and playing together should stimulate interest. Leave room for young and old alike.

From across the pond...

bob