HIGHLIGHTS

Jimmy LaFave
Friday, September 5 at 8 p.m.
"Red dirt music" from one of America's greatest voices, in the tradition of greats such as Woody Guthrie, LaFave has received numerous accolades during his 20+ career, proving him to be one of our country's most authentic singer/songwriters.

Michael Johnson & Celeste Krenz
Saturday, September 6 at 8 p.m.
Expressive singers whose songs capture the personal and universal, no two shows are the same for these professionals, especially when they come together to the Swallow Hill stage.

Robin & Linda Williams
Friday, September 12 at 8 p.m.
Known for their rich harmonies and original songwriting rooted in the country/bluegrass/gospel tradition, Robin & Linda Williams have gained widespread national prominence throughout their three-decade career, including appearances on A Prairie Home Companion, The Grand Ole Opry and Austin City Limits.

Ellis Paul w/Flynn
Saturday, September 13 at 8 p.m.
Ellis Paul returns to Swallow Hill to once more bridge the gulf between modern folk and its populist traditions. A winner of an unprecedented 13 Boston Music Awards, he will be joined by his American Jukebox Fables producer, Flynn, who will open the show.

Kelly Joe Phelps
Friday, September 19 at 8 p.m.
One of our favorite tunesmiths, Kelly Joe Phelps has a catalog of songs infused with what the Washington Post calls "poignancy, passion and spirituality." Pairing superb songwriting and master musicianship, his music offers a depth and poetic charm unparalleled.

Mary Flower
Saturday, September 20 at 8 p.m.
With elegant, funky and inventive playing on her lap steel guitar, acclaimed Piedmont picker Mary Flower returns to her Colorado community at Swallow Hill. Recently relocated to the Northwest, she is back to not only perform, but to teach, as she'll also offer a special artist workshop on fingerstyle blues guitar on Sunday, September 21.

Chris Daniels and the Kings Go Acoustic
Friday, September 26 at 8 p.m.
Celebrating their 24th year making music together, Chris Daniels, a former Executive Director of Swallow Hill, comes with his Kings to deliver a special acoustic performance. Described as "Little Feat with horns" and "John Hiatt meets Tower of Power," they're sure to deliver a powerful performance with their unique style of funky blues.

Steppin' In It with Rachael Davis
Saturday, September 27 at 8 p.m.
They brought the house down at our March Folk & Roots Fest and are back by popular demand! The pairing of roots-based Steppin' In It and their vintage instruments with the velvety vocals of singer/songwriter Rachael Davis brings American jazz music that features torch swing numbers alongside bluesy ballads. You'll be up on your feet dancing to a smoky, sophisticated sound that hearkens to the 1930s and 40s.

Sara Hickman
Saturday, October 4 at 8 p.m.
Billboard magazine writes that Sara Hickman "distinguishes herself by her gorgeous, incandescent songs and fiercely independent spirit." A musician and artist, she also gives generously of her time and resources to raise funds and awareness for a multitude of causes, including Habitat for Humanity, the SPCA and Mothers' Milk Bank. For her philanthropy work, she was awarded the prestigious Humana Women Helping Women award.

HarvestFest 2008
Friday through Sunday, October 10 through 12. Friday night concerts at 8 p.m. with Saturday and Sunday Festival events beginning at 11 a.m.
Previously known as the Swallow Hill Folk Festival, the HarvestFest is Swallow Hill's longest-standing tradition and is celebrating its 17th year in 2008. The event originated as the Folk-a-Thon, a 24-hour non-stop celebration of folk music and kinship, and has grown into a weekend event that is focused on what Swallow Hill does best: building community through interactive fun that revels in the merriment of great music.

Friday night preceding the Festival will feature special kickoff concerts by rising newgrass stars, South Austin Jug Band, and Genevan guitar master Beppe Gambetta, priced individually. During the Festival a special headlining concert by longtime community members Harry Tuft and Carla Sciaky will take place on Saturday night, included in the Festival admission. Other performers, as well as activities that encourage attendee participation, will make for fun for the entire family as we share in the bounty of music.

Del Rey & Steve James
Saturday, October 25 at 8 p.m.
Longtime colleagues and collaborators, Del Rey & Steve James are two powerful exponents of American vernacular guitar-playing who have joined forces to make music testament to the hillbilly/smarty-pants/country blues aesthetic. Sharing a sense of humor and a similar manic intensity, their duets are smart, funny and full of instrumental virtuosity.

Pierce Pettis
Friday, October 31 at 8 p.m.
Adored by critics and public alike, Pettis' music is distinguished by his uncanny ability to capture universals in human experience by drawing on the humor and trials in daily life. Awards include the prestigious New Folk competition for songwriting at the Kerrville Folk Festival and a 1999 Country Music Award from ASCAP for "You Move Me," which he co-wrote with Gordon Kennedy, and which was recorded by Garth Brooks on his album, Sevens.

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