“Fraser, one of the most respected of all exponents of the Scots fiddle, would look long and hard to find a more appropriate cellist as a partner. Haas can switch just as effortlessly as Fraser from a gentle singing tone to driving, dancing melody. A positive joy.” – The Scotsman
The Elders
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
“These boys don’t just pick and grin, they damn near set their instruments on fire… They are marrow deep in their unique art, and it’s not only pleasing as hell, but infectious.” – Folk & Acoustic Music Exchange
Wake the Dead
SUNDAY
“An eminently listenable stroll through new pastures that should please both Deadheads and trad music fans who’ve never touched tie-dye.” – San Jose Mercury News
Molly’s Revenge
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
“The instruments are traditional… but the wild passion they exhibit is thoroughly modern.” – Metro Santa Cruz
The Jeremiahs
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
“One of the freshest bands in Irish traditional music…” – Irish Music Magazine
MAC: McKasson, Alexander & Cotter
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY
“Thank you for the absolute best, quintessential, ecstatic contra dance of my life!! (and I’ve been doing contra for about 30 years) I had tears of joy on my face by the end.” – NW Folklife
The Outside Track
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
“Among the top groups in the world. Traditional, creative, and brilliant” – LiveIreland.com
The Angry Brians
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
“…a new refreshing original sound that rocks! The songs are lyrically poetic and edgy while telling stories that are culturally profound.” – Amazon Joe
Ha’Penny Bridge
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
“Good music begins with good songs, and Mark has an Irish poet’s feel for lyrics and story telling and a California musician’s ability to wrap them in sweet melodies.” – Chico News & Review
Jocelyn Pettit
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
“An incredible fiddle player, who blew away the audience with her expertise.”– The Celtic Connection