Songs in the Chapel at Temple Beth El of Hollywood
Brought to you by Temple Beth El of Hollywood & The South Florida Folk & Acoustic Music Club Alexa Lash is an award-winning singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, event host & curator from […]
Our Mission:
The South Florida Folk and Acoustic Music Club (SFFAMC) is a non-profit organization (501 c3) whose purpose is to promote folk and acoustic music and to provide a community for people who share a love for it. We promote and help sponsor events in the tri-county area (Dade, Broward, Palm Beach). See our events page for calendars and details.
If you’re reading this, you probably make folk music.
Folk music is the music of the people. Folk music has its roots in community, where people gather together, listen, and sing the stories of their lives.
Music that’s rooted in cultural tradition is traditional folk music, regardless of whether it is played in America or Australia or Africa. It still reflects the music of the people.
Singer-songwriters who only know four chords and the truth – that’s folk music. Or singer-songwriters who write complex ballads with a myriad of chords and melodies, like Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie, Paul Simon and James Taylor, all play folk music. And so are Taylor Swift and Garth Brooks. They are all singer-songwriters who tell a story.Â
Folk is protest songs, it’s mariachi ensembles, and it’s experimental, electronic-infused fiddle tunes. We don’t limit folk to any one genre, culture, or group of instruments. The South Florida Folk and Acoustic Music Club embraces an inclusive definition of folk which includes Americana, Blues, Bluegrass, Cajun, Country, Gospel, Jazz, World Music and more. If you can play it and enjoy with a group of folks, then it’s folk. Come join us!
This annual event brings together a diverse lineup of local and national artists, offering performances that range from traditional folk tunes to contemporary acoustic sounds. The festival provides an intimate and vibrant atmosphere for music lovers, with interactive workshops, jam sessions, and opportunities to meet the performers. Attendees can also enjoy local food vendors, arts and crafts, and family-friendly activities, all while supporting the club’s mission to promote and preserve the rich heritage of acoustic music in South Florida.
Getting involved with the South Florida Folk & Acoustic Music Club is a great way to connect with the local music community and help preserve acoustic and folk traditions. Whether you’re a musician, a music enthusiast, or just looking to volunteer, the club offers various opportunities to participate. By joining, you’ll not only contribute to keeping acoustic music alive but also meet like-minded individuals who share your passion for this timeless art form.
Entries are welcome from a diverse array of sub-genres including, but not limited to Appalachian, Americana, Blues, Bluegrass, Celtic, Cajun, Country, Global Roots, Gospel, Old-Time, or various fusions as long as the songs are original compositions of the artist making the submission (for songwriter applications). Performers who play both original and cover songs may apply.Â
The South Florida Folk and Acoustic Club and the Community who attends our Festivals value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive for gender parity and actively welcome participation from individuals of all cultures, races and religions.
Each entry MUST have lyrics. You may either include a youtube video or other url where the song can be heard or an mp3 for the judges to assess.Â
Performer and songwriter applications are now closed. Stay tuned for a lineup of our performers.Â
We are seeking sponsorships to make this event a success and to further our efforts to support performers, artists and music students in South Florida throughout the year. Â
Special thanks to: Broward County Cultural Arts, Will McLean Foundation, Vic and Reba Heyman, Northstar Financial Consulting Group, Temple Beth El, Music Club of Hollywood, Katz and other sponsors shown below.
Be sure to check out the event calendar sponsored by Broward County at artscalendar.com.Â
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