Weekend of Traditional Folk/roots Music At The Hudson Valley Resort & Spa

Enjoy a friendly music-filled weekend at the Hudson Valley Resort and Spa. Come to concerts and workshops by two couples known for their fine singing and harmonies: Larry Hanks and Deborah Robins, among the finest purveyors of traditional American music, and Emma's Revolution -Pat Humphries and Sandy O, esteemed singer songwriters of peace and justice, plus other musicians, a contra dance, and a campers' concert where the applause is for you. There is plenty of opportunity for informal jamming and singing, socializing, hiking, and relaxing with convenient hotel rooms, good food, and resort facilities.

Larry Hanks and Deborah Robins Hanks bring warmth, charm and depth to cowboy and work songs, topical and political songs, and traditional American ballads. Deborah's lovely alto and rhythm guitar compliments Larry's resonant bass voice, his spare tasteful guitar playing (six and twelve string guitars), and his amazing Jew's harp. Their unpretentious presentation embodies the best of traditional folk/roots music.

Pat Humphries and Sandy O, Emma's Revolution, create lyrical songs about environmental protection, migrant farm workers, labor equity, GLBT rights, women's equality, family members of undocumented workers who died during 9/11, and world peace, and sing them so well that others can't help singing them too. They have been featured on NPR's "All Things Considered" and Pacifica Radio's "Democracy Now!" for their inspiring songs and beautiful singing.

Folk Music Society of New York, Inc. / New York Pinewoods Folk Music Club, an all volunteer organization, tries to maximize participation in traditional music by running events that are so much fun that no one can resist joining in. The spring music weekend kicks off kicks off with dinner followed by a "Meet the Staff' and "Get to know each other" program on Friday evening. Saturday, Sunday, and Monday are filled with music and dance workshops, crafts, hiking, chats, and lots of opportunities for informal jamming and singing! Two afternoon Camper Concerts invite everyone to come and sign up to strut your stuff, be it singing, playing, reciting a monologue, or whatever. In the evenings there are staff concerts, followed by dancing for all levels. Late-night jamming and singing is encouraged. Or you can simply enjoy the scenery and unwind. A transportation coordinator may be able to arrange rides to the weekend.

Located near New Paltz, the Hudson Valley Resort and Spa is nestled amid the Shawangunk Mountains, with beautiful lakes and waterfalls. It is a great setting for this great weekend. Enjoy good food, newly renovated rooms, tennis, golf, table tennis, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and more.

Participants are encouraged to come for one or two days and stay at the hotel; day admission is also available. More information and a reservation form are available on-line at www.folkmusicny.org. Or reservations may be made online directly at http://springfolkmusicweekend.eventbrite.com. Information: 212-957-8386.