And from Franklin, NC:

Folk music concert in Franklin September 13          Print
Thursday, 10 September 2009

The Arts Council presents a free outdoor concert by folk musicians Anne and Rob Lough (pictured) on Sunday, Sept. 13, at 4 p.m., at the Town Square Gazebo, Main Street, Franklin. The program features folk songs that reflect the musical heritage of the region and nation, including lilting mountain ballads and songs of the American Frontier, traditional Irish and Scottish tunes, and some tall tales thrown in for fun.

The Loughs are talented, seasoned, and versatile performers. Anne began singing and playing folk songs at age 14, and has studied, collected, and performed folk music ever since. An outstanding balladeer, she plays many instruments including autoharp, guitar, and mountain and hammer dulcimer. She teachers dulcimer at John C. Campbell Folk School, and at festivals and workshops across the country. Rob grew up playing old-time music with his family, and is widely known for his vocal and guitar accompaniment and down home humor. The Loughs have been performing together about 40 years and live in Haywood County.

Attendees should bring a lawn chair. In case of rain, the concert moves into the First Presbyterian Chapel, 26 Church Street. This free event is sponsored by the Arts Council of Macon County, with support from the Grassroots Arts Program grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency.