Youth Pipes and Fiddles: Mentoring the Next Generation at Folk Festivals
Learn how to mentor young folk musicians into tomorrow’s headliners – covering pro mentorship, full-production stage time, instrument scholarships, and more.
Education Days at Folk Festivals: Engaging Schools with Workshops and Teacher Packs
Turn your folk festival into a learning adventure for students with Education Days: age-targeted workshops, teacher packs, and subsidised school trips.
Merch With Meaning at Folk Festivals: Songbooks, Tunebooks, and Local Crafts
Make festival merch more meaningful: offer songbooks and local crafts to extend experience at home. Tips on fair pricing and bundling boost engagement & sales.
Photography & Film Crews at Folk Festivals: Low-Impact Capture in Sensitive Spaces
Learn how to photograph and film folk festivals with minimal disruption. Use silent gear, move discreetly, secure consent, and honour tradition in every shot.
Narrators and Storytellers at Folk Festivals: Crafting Intros and Interludes
Discover how to elevate folk festivals with captivating narrators and storytellers. Learn to craft perfect intros and interludes – from choosing engaging voices and nailing pronunciations to weaving in sponsor thanks seamlessly. Transform transitions into magic moments, energize your audience on cue, and capture these highlights for timeless festival content. A must-read guide for festival producers aiming to create unforgettable experiences.
Stagecraft for Dance-Plus-Band Shows at Folk Festivals: Callers and Monitors
Make your folk festival dance stage a hit with expert stagecraft tips on perfect caller placement, balanced monitors, and dancer-friendly tempos to keep the crowd moving.
Backline Lists for Folk Festivals: Spares and Specialists
From spare tuners to string-savvy technicians, discover how folk festival producers keep performances running smoothly with the ultimate backline checklist.
Visa and Border Tips for Traditional Folk Festival Ensembles
Easily handle visas, customs, and travel plans for your folk festival’s international performers – no border hassles, just smooth arrivals and great performances.
Artist Care on a Budget at Folk Festivals: Travel, Per Diems, and Homestays
Veteran festival organisers reveal budget-friendly secrets to keep artists happy – from planning travel and homestays to fair per diems and heartfelt gratitude.
Festival Green Rooms That Encourage Community, Not Isolation
Make your festival’s green room a community hub. Get expert tips on hospitality, jam-friendly corners, inclusive spaces & clear communication to banish isolation.
Field Kitchens for Folk Festival Performers: Menu, Allergen Logs, and Hygiene
Hearty, culturally inclusive menus, allergen safety and impeccable hygiene – discover how backstage kitchens keep folk festival performers at their best.
Accessibility Communications for Folk Festivals: Photos, Measurements, and Transit Links
Learn how to make folk festivals truly inclusive with clear accessibility communications. From sharing photos of ramps and terrain to giving precise measurements and transit info, this comprehensive guide shows festival producers how to welcome everyone. Discover real examples of festivals that publish detailed access guides (including maps of viewing platforms and quiet rooms) and get actionable tips on providing contact support for disabled attendees. A must-read for any festival organizer aiming to elevate their accessibility game and delight audiences of all abilities.