Countercurrent

Countercurrent is an acoustic folk music duo based in Olympia, Washington, composed of Alex Sturbaum and Brian Lindsay. They have achieved nationwide acclaim for their high-energy style, which draws on deep traditional roots from Ireland and North America while incorporating new influences to create a sound that is at once unique and timeless. Alex’s driving guitar and gifted songwriting, Brian’s lyrical fiddle and rock-solid foot percussion, and the duo’s lively interplay, tight vocal harmonies, and unstoppable groove make a Countercurrent performance an event unlike any other. Wherever they go, the question remains the same: “How does that much sound come out of just two people?”

For this special fundraiser concert, they will be joined by renowned New England fiddler Cedar Stanistreet for twin fiddle harmonies and driving dance tunes that can’t be beat! Countercurrent has a huge following among Corvallis contra dancers. This house concert provides a rare opportunity to hear the full breadth of their musicianship in an intimate, acoustic setting. 

Tickets will go on sale April 14 at https://www.corvalliscelticfestival.org/upcoming-events/

The location has a capacity of only 40 people, so order early

Folklore Society Annual Meeting / Potluck / Jam

Join us for our annual meeting, potluck and jam session
at the First Congregational Church
Bring musical instruments, voices, songs & stories or just listen
Bring food to share – Snacks & drinks available.

SCHEDULE:

• 3:30 – Doors open
• 4:00 – Socialize, jam, share tunes & songs
• 5:15 – POTLUCK food table opens
• 5:30 – Board Meeting while folks enjoy the potluck
  members are welcome to participate or just eat
• 6:00 – Annual Membership Meeting after the Board Meeting.
  • Review CFS activities
  • Financial report
  • Member input
  • Board Election
    • Present slate of candidates for next year’s board
    • Accept additional nominations from the floor
    • All members present vote for next year’s CFS board
• 7:00 – Clean-up / Contra Dance lesson starts
• 7:30 – Contra Dance starts

Come for music, friends & food
Support CFS in its mission
Stay for the contra dance