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Ron Nigrini, Brian Gladstone, Tom Rush, Ian Tamblyn (Winterfolk I) About the OrganizationWinterfolk was formed in 2002 by Brian Gladstone to entertain, educate, enlighten and encourage our community about various folk music styles including roots, blues, folk and more. Starting with Winterfolk III, February 2005, Winterfolk will be run as a division of 'The Association of Artists for A Better World', a registered Non-Profit Organization in the Province of Ontario, Canada.About the FestivalWhat is Winterfolk ?Winterfolk (IV) is a fourth annual event for Toronto. More than 80 artists will be performing live at seven area venues over the course of three days. It will also include workshops for guitar playing, song writing, and more. Back to TopWhen is Winterfolk?February 3,4,5 2006 Back to Top How Will Winterfolk be Promoted?This has not yet been fully determined at the time of writing, but as in previous years Winterfolk will be advertised in the local music scene, www.Winterolk.com , flyer distribution and other media outlets. A Winterfolk Program Guide will be distributed at all of the participating venues. The Winterfolk Program Guide will include information on all of the artists, venues, workshops, schedules, etc. Press releases will be issued to the media to generate additional publicity. Television, radio and print coverage are all expected. Back to TopWhere Will Winterfolk be Held?Winterfolk will be held at five or more clubs at the corner of Danforth and Broadview in Toronto, all within close walking distance, including:The Black Swan Tavern - 154 Danforth Ave. - 416 469-0537 Dora Keogh - 141 Danforth Ave. - 416 778 1804 - http://www.allens.to/dora/ The Bad Dog Theatre - 138 Danforth Ave - 416-406-4688 - http://www.baddogtheatre.com The Willow Restaurant - 93 Danforth Ave - 416 469 5315 - http://www.thewillow.ca/ Danforth Cafe - 285 Danforth Ave More to be added. Back to TopHow Much Will It Cost to Attend?Weekend Winterfolk IV passes are $40.00 until Dec 31, 2005, and $55.00 in 2006. Passes will allow fans to attend each and every Winterfolk event including the showcase and various workshops. All participating musicians will receive free personalized laminates and are encouraged to attend other events. Winterfolk Program Guides will be distributed for free. Day passes will also be offered on the day of the event.For further information, see Tickets Back to Top How Can Musicians Perform?
1. By Invitation: Be invited to play by Winterfolk's artistic diretor, Randi Fratkin.2. Apply for A Showcase: Showcase Application (8 spots) - Winterfolk is committed to offer performance opportunities and public exposure to new or emerging artists, and all artists - regardless of prior festival experience.We will be only be accepting submissions exclusively through Sonicbids online this year, and not via mail.The application fee is $15.00 if submitted Oct 2 2005 or before, $20.00 if submitted Nov 2 2005 or before, and $25.00 till the deadline of midnight on Dec 11, 2005. Artist selection will be at the sole discretion of the Winterfolk. Every submission will be listed to and carefully evaluated. We will use best efforts to remain fair and unbiased in the selection process. Once selected, you will receive materials on the festival, and your performance date will be scheduled. Back to TopContact InformationSend general email inquiries to Winterfolk.
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