[FA Worldmusic] Folk Alliance in memphis

[Steve Edge]

Hi there

Just noticed that there has been no feedback from memphis so far. I  
was speaking to Sten Sandahl (Swedish Concert Institute) last night,  
and he remarked that he is encouraged by the increasing amount of  
world music at Folk Alliance in recent years. I have to agree. I also  
pointed out that there is more traditional "American" music this year  
as well. He replied that to him that is also World Music.

Anyhow, highlights so far for me:

Vardos (Australia. Romanian / Hungarian music)

Les Amis Creole (Louisiana)

Pine Leaf Boys (Louisiana)

Carolina Chocolate Drops (N. Carolina)

Mamadou Diabate (USA these days)

The Wiyos (NYC)

and the Blues Tour to Clarksdale was a blast. I understand more about  
The Blues now than I have learned in 40 years listening to music. And  
I went to The Crossroads, too.

There is a very good all-girl Mariachi band here as well. Sorry,  
can't remember their name at present.

Anyhow, the weather is warm and sunny, so too the music, and the DJs  
still represent the most cohesive and creative "peer group" at the  
conference. Life looks pretty good from down here right now.

Have a great day, y'all
Steve Edge
Vancouver DJ in Memphis