September 18-19, 2010
FAIR LOCATION
Fort Collins, Colorado
FAIR HOURS
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm
FAIR ADMISSION
$8/day, Kids under 12 free
Tickets at the entrance
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MAIN STAGE ENTERTAINMENT
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Jason Downing, Main Stage MC
Jason Downing is a teacher who raises several tons of food with students each semester. As a musician, Jason focuses on Peace as a central theme and goal, stating often at shows that: “All it takes is a little more kindness, and compassion to make this a better world right now, we don’t have to wait.” Jason is connected with many efforts in this community to increase consciousness of sustainability and the rewards of a society preparing for
peace, his street preahcin’, passionate approach to music, and “call and response style,” should make for an exciting MC for this year’s fair.
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11:30am SAT & SUN |
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Native American Flute
Native American flute player, Billy Henson has been taught by many world renowned Native flute players. His music is inspired by various tribal nations and traditions and echos the voices and spirit of their ways. We hope you’ll find that his music is a great way to find balance and inspiration to begin your day at the fair. You can purchase one of his CDs at the Nightwalker teepee at booth #520.
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1:00pm SAT |
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Alan Vasquez
A one-man band based out of Fort Collins, Alan creates music for the soul. In a live setting, Alan loops all the instruments together, which range from acoustic and electric guitar, to the bass and an array of electronic equipment, to create a full sound that he has designed. He has been touring for 4 years and already has some big shows to place under his belt. He has opened for artists such as John Popper, Particle, Eoto, Keller Williams, Jazz Mandolin Project, The Big Wu, and Groovatron. www.alanvasquez.com
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3:00pm SAT |
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Poetry & Spoken Word
It is our privilege to host nationally recognized and honored poets to the stage for the third year in a row. These socially conscious linguistic acrobats will steal your hearts, stir your passions, and challenge your minds with powerful and moving performances that discuss life in the local, and existence in the global. Be sure to not miss these homegrown griots and grioettes as they rock the mic and shake the stage.
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4:00pm SAT |
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The Grip
The ‘Grip’ is old British slang meaning sickness, and this illness’ symptoms are making people boogie. Exploding onto the Colorado music scene in 2007, The Grip is an organ trio fusing funk, jazz, neo-soul, and blues into one original mix of tunes. Infectious grooves, talented players, and a blend of classic and modern sounds comprise the sound of The Grip. Their music is always groovy and full of funk to dance to, but also keeps a close tie to jazz and blues intellectual roots. Already, The Grip has been named as the first house band for Hodi’s Half Note in Fort Collins with more offers continually being received. Their infectious music will soon be heard all across the Northern Colorado Front Range and beyond with no end in sight for how far the epidemic might spread. www.thegripfunk.com
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5:00pm SAT |
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Cabila BellyDance
Cabila BellyDance of Fort Collins is a group of women performing the exotic art of improvisational belly dance. This style emphasizes the connection between dancers and the celebration of music. www.cabilabellydance.org
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5:30pm SAT |
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Musketeer Gripweed
Musketeer Gripweed makes original music from the heart. “We put everything into our music, and as people, on a basic level, our friendships drive us to create and play. We have patience, mindfulness, and we care about each other and the people that enjoy our music.” Performance Energy, Gutbucket Soul, and an old school/organic songwriting approach continues to propel Musketeer Gripweed into the hearts and minds of musicians and fans. Their first album, Peace Will Win, is reminiscent of a soulful mix between the Allman Brothers, Bob Dylan & The Band, with the soul of Joe Cocker and Bill Withers. Heavy with Hammond organ, smokin harmonica, slide guitar, and loaded with the energy of nationally recognized vocalist and songwriter, Jason Downing, the band makes for an incredible live experience.
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10:30am SUN |
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Creative Movement for Kids Present Colorado Songline
Children ages 4-13 will dance, narrate and play instruments as they adapt a traditional Aboriginal tale to a creation story about Colorado and the Poudre River drainage. Local musicians, Matt Zoccali and Dave Merritt with Barbara Clark and Everitt Merritt will play live, original music composed for the show. Following the performance, join us for some interactive movement, music and art with all the cast!
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1:00pm SUN |
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Matt Campbell
Matt Campbell is a singer/songwriter steeped in the traditions of the American troubadour. From the concrete of New York City to the rolling mountain valleys of his native Colorado, Campbell is constantly moving forward, attempting to marry his ideals with his reality. With the release of In the Town/The Other Side of Town, a twin EP set, Campbell has placed himself in the heart of the American underground. Backed by His Bottom Line Band or solo, Campbell speaks to the hopes, fears, love, loss, failure and redemption of living. His second release, Out Amongst the Shadows, was named one of the best local albums of 2006 by the Rocky Mountain Chronicle. Campbell continues his work with Songs for the New American West, due out near the New Year.
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3:00pm SUN |
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Future Fashion: Reduce, Reuse, Re-envision Apparel and Style
Check out clothing from area designers using eco- logically sustainable and repurposed materials as well as selections from local second-hand vendors in the Second Annual Recycled Fashion Show. This year’s event will feature two new components: before the show, a clothing embellishment station-sewing machines set up for on-the-spot alterations and a clothing swap afterward. Bring articles to change or swap if interested! This is a fun and interactive event for the whole family. Hosted and coordinated by Lauren Morgan.
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4:00pm SUN |
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Fale
Fale is a group of individuals dedicated to teaching, performing, and promoting traditional West African Drum and Dance throughout Northern Colorado. All are welcome to join us for dancing, drumming, and sharing. Philosophy: Falé means “bridge” in the Susu language of Guinea (Yankadi, Guinee Fare, Djole, etc). This bridge helps to bring all walks of people together. Its foundation is built upon respect and value for traditional African culture. The bridge of community is sustained and enriched by everyone who shares, studies, and celebrates this rich culture.
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5:00pm SUN |
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Blue Grama Band
Blue Grama is a hot new bluegrass band out of Fort Collins. Taking their name from the long-lived, warm season, native Colorado grass, Blue Grama blends the sound of the Appalachian hills with the high plains of the Rockies. Just as the grass roots hold tight to the soil, Blue Grama is deeply rooted in bluegrass tradition, inspired by greats like Bill Monroe, Earl Scruggs, and Del McCoury Band. Blue Grama’s repertoire includes a suite of original songs, bluegrass standards, and “grassy” cover tunes. The members of Blue Grama share a passion for music, taking every opportunity to feed their bluegrass habit, and share their music with others.
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