GOOD FOLK!

Event coverage by Shena And The Fashion Rehabber

There was a celebration of music in Ellis Square! The 23rd Annual Savannah Folk Music Festival kicked off on Friday, October 12th. A free to the public concert in the square under perfect weather and a setting sun was just the beginning. At the end of the fountain was a table housing a seemingly endless row of Gretsch Guitars that had attendees bidding silently. The stylized instruments have been painted by local artrist. The auction of acoustic guitars continues until the end of the festival. The event spans the weekend with Saturday’s Youth Songwriting Competition, Blues Workshop and Old Dance to a concert Sunday Oct 14th.

SHENA And The Fashion Rehabber took in the scene with the volunteers for the event, music lovers in Savannah, and the families relaxing by the fountain. Together we enjoyed an evening of duets, acoustic guitar and blissful harmonies.

The President of The Savannah Folk Music Socitey, Chris Desa made opening announcements and started the night with a solo performance set during which he sang a poinent rendetion of “Blowing in the Wind” by Bob Dylan. Other artists who performed include Jim McGaw, Lauren Lapointe, CYNERGY, The Pace Brothers, Alice and Albert Williams.