Performing Arts
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Camela Widad
Saturday 10 am to noon
A mainstay Americana Folk troubadour, Camela Widad is a little bit saintly and a little bit rock and roll. Often compared to Brandi Carlile, Patsy Cline, or Sheryl Crow, there is no doubt that the music world needs to pay attention to her compelling artistry.
Growing up in the Midwest state of Wisconsin in the world of country and blues tinged with a hint of rock, the rich underbelly of American culture courses through her veins.
Camela has appeared on stage alongside Chuck Prophet, Della May, David Lindley and iconic band America at venues and events such as The Birchmere Music Hall, Club Passim, Live on The Folk Show on WXPN, The Tin Angel and a 2015 Emerging Artist at the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival.
Growing up in the Midwest state of Wisconsin in the world of country and blues tinged with a hint of rock, the rich underbelly of American culture courses through her veins.
Camela has appeared on stage alongside Chuck Prophet, Della May, David Lindley and iconic band America at venues and events such as The Birchmere Music Hall, Club Passim, Live on The Folk Show on WXPN, The Tin Angel and a 2015 Emerging Artist at the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival.
Patchouli
Saturday, 12:30 to 2:30 pm
Patchouli has been a mainstay of the Driftless Area Art Festival for more than a decade. Patchouli & Terra Guitarra is the #1 Charting International Guitar duo of master guitarist Bruce Hecksel and singer-songwriter, guitarist Julie Patchouli. Awarded “Best Instrumental Album of the Year” for Of Sea & Stars Terra Guitarra's nuevo-flamenco guitar pairs with Patchouli's sparkling lead vocals and beautiful harmonies creating a sound, depth and virtuosity described as “Simon and Garfunkel meets the Gipsy Kings”. City Pages compared it to “taking a yoga class in a field of running mustangs”. With 23 CDs, 5,000 shows played in US, Europe & Asia Patchouli & Terra Guitarra embody the spirit of the 60's & 70's and the Romance of the Spanish guitar, with their world class music that uplifts & gives hope in a show that “inspires the Human Spirit” - Chicago Tribune.
Visit their website at www.patchouli.net
Visit their website at www.patchouli.net
Jason Helder
Saturday, 3 to 5 pm
Jason Helder has been playing music for over 35 years. His major musical influences include Bob Dylan, John Coltrane, The Waterboys, and Radiohead.
With a folk/rock style that is all his own, Jason seeks to create music to make people think and feel. Catchy riffs and danceable tunes form a backdrop for serious social and political commentary. His solo albums include “In My Mind” and “Decoupage” as well as his most recent album, "The Last Revolution," with his band The Shape of Walter.
With a folk/rock style that is all his own, Jason seeks to create music to make people think and feel. Catchy riffs and danceable tunes form a backdrop for serious social and political commentary. His solo albums include “In My Mind” and “Decoupage” as well as his most recent album, "The Last Revolution," with his band The Shape of Walter.
Big Blue Sky
Sunday, 10 am to 1 pm
Big Blue Sky's musical style includes the influence of folk, bluegrass, blues, and reggae. In their music they seek a closer connection to the planet; their musical writing comes from the inspiration of wild places and a celebration of our natural heritage.
The Big Blue Sky is based in Northeast Iowa. For the past 12 years the group has performed every Friday night in the summer on the Mississippi River onboard the Maiden Voyage. They are a frequent part of various cultural and river related events, and they perform regular concerts that benefit bird research in the Driftless region.
Big Blue Sky performances range from a solo act with Jon Stravers, all the way to an 11 piece band and every possible combination in between. Most commonly, the group performs with Jason McCullick on base, Folko Landvogt on guitar and Sophia Landis on flute, vocals, and percussion.
Big Blue Sky has released 10 CDs of original material in the last 22 years.
Learn more at www.bigbluesky-dabc.com
The Big Blue Sky is based in Northeast Iowa. For the past 12 years the group has performed every Friday night in the summer on the Mississippi River onboard the Maiden Voyage. They are a frequent part of various cultural and river related events, and they perform regular concerts that benefit bird research in the Driftless region.
Big Blue Sky performances range from a solo act with Jon Stravers, all the way to an 11 piece band and every possible combination in between. Most commonly, the group performs with Jason McCullick on base, Folko Landvogt on guitar and Sophia Landis on flute, vocals, and percussion.
Big Blue Sky has released 10 CDs of original material in the last 22 years.
Learn more at www.bigbluesky-dabc.com
River Swiggum
Sunday, 1:30 to 2 pm
"I've been kickin' since 2012 and pickin' since 2019!" says 12-year-old River Swiggum who lives with his family in rural Crawford County near the Kickapoo, from where his name originates.
River is a student at North Crawford Schools where he also enjoys playing percussion in the band, looks forward to all things Social Studies and participates in sports with baseball being his favorite.
However, playing guitar is his preferred past-time and he has been fortunate to have a great instructor who has given him extraordinary guidance as he grows as a musician.
Good old Rock N Roll is his music of choice and although he says he loves it all, Elton John just might be his favorite!
River is a student at North Crawford Schools where he also enjoys playing percussion in the band, looks forward to all things Social Studies and participates in sports with baseball being his favorite.
However, playing guitar is his preferred past-time and he has been fortunate to have a great instructor who has given him extraordinary guidance as he grows as a musician.
Good old Rock N Roll is his music of choice and although he says he loves it all, Elton John just might be his favorite!
Sunday, 2 to 2:15 p.m., Kids Art Award Ceremony
Marques Morel
Sunday, 2:15 to 4 pm
Marques Morel is an American songwriter/story-teller, midwestern-twanger/folksinger, guitar-thumper/harmonica wailer, street-performer/wandering troubadour, steadfast woodcutter/migrant worker, a father, a son, and a friend to all. Originally from the Illinois corn country, he has performed just about anywhere that anybody would listen: big city street corners around the world, county fairs, folk festivals, hole in the wall taverns/dive bars/honky tonks, cabin porches, backyard barbeques, listening rooms, theatres large and small, and beside many campfires and woodstoves with and amongst the ghosts of his heroes. Marques has released four original albums to date. Known for his intense and infectious energy on stage and his gritty and honest songwriting and delivery, Marques Morel has been described by his fans as “raw and rustic,” “guts on the floor,” and “wild, dark, fun and unpredictable.”
He currently plays around 150 shows a year (some of them free at a beer joint near you).
He currently plays around 150 shows a year (some of them free at a beer joint near you).
