Virtual Connections

We’ll be carrying on with Peer Gatherings
and Monthly Webinars.

2024 Gathering | October 24-27
Registration is Open

DoubleTree by Hilton
Lisle/Naperville, IL

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News and Updates

Volunteers needed for Performance Lane emcee/time keepers

FARM folks, FARM is coming up soon. We need a couple of people who are willing to volunteer as mc's/time keepers for Performance Lane. If you would like to help out on this one , please, contact me at stephenleerich@gmail.com. I'll explain all of the detail to you...

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What can you expect at FARM?

What can you expect at FARM?

Showcasing at FARM Friday @ 8:10 - Dana Cooper Dana Cooper grew up in Harry Truman's hometown of Independence, MO. At 16 he began writing and performing his songs in Kansas City coffeehouses. In 1971 he moved to Los Angeles and released his first album on Elektra...

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17 Days until FARM’s registration fees increase

17 Days remaining to take advantage of FARM's $90 registration fee. Beginning September 1st, the FARM conference registration fee increases to $110. And if you are a performer, this may be your last opportunity to secure a place in our Perfomance Lane. There are a few...

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Music

FARM offers a variety of showcase opportunities from the Official juried showcases to late night Private Showcasing, Folk DJ Showcase, Open Mics & our popular Performance Lane.

Workshops & Panels

Join us for a diverse line-up of workshops and panels, on topics that address the changing face of the independent music business, as well as performance and instrument techniques.

Community

From impromptu conversations in the hall or elevator, to late night jamming and song swaps and chats over a meal, it’s all about making connections!

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FARM Mission Statement

Folk Alliance Region Midwest (FARM) is a regional chapter of Folk Alliance International (FAI). Our purposes are to promote traditional, contemporary and multi-cultural folk music and dance and related performing arts in our region, hold an annual regional conference, represent the interests of our members to FAI and carry out such other projects as are of benefit to FAI members in the Midwest.

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