Folk Alliance—The North American Folk and Dance Alliance

The International Folk Alliance conference is an annual event that draws together music industry professionals from throughout the world to share ideas, network, and celebrate traditional music and dance. It is an event of celebration, education, and entertainment. Held over five days, the Conference includes:

* Over 2000 registered attendees
* Over 50 workshops, panel discussions, and peer group meetings that address critical issues relating to presenting, promoting, and preserving folk and traditional music and dance.
* 100+ industry exhibitors
* Special events, such as the Folk Music & Business Awards, Lifetime Achievement Awards, networking receptions, official Performance Alley and private showcase performances, feature shows, exhibit hall, block booking sessions, Memphis Tours, community outreach concerts, etc.
* 200 official juried performances (Performance Alley)
* 300+ unofficial private showcases

Where & when is it held?

Memphis, TN. Events at the 24th Annual Folk Alliance Conference will take place at the Memphis’ Downtown Marriot and Cook Convention Center, February 22-26, 2012.

Noted music industry analyst and blogger Bob Lefsetz will give this year's Keynote address.

For all the details visit FolkAlliance.org.

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