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NERFA Conference Set for Nov. 12-15 in Albany, NY

Post published:November 8, 2026
Post author:Michael Kornfeld
Post category:Conferences of Note News - Northeast U.S.

Nearly 600 performing artists, presenters, promoters, agents and managers, folk DJs, and others actively engaged in contemporary and traditional folk music are expected to converge on The Desmond Hotel in Albany, New York, Nov. 12-15, 2026 for the annual Northeast Regional Folk Alliance (NERFA) Conference. [Click on the headline to continue reading this article previewing the NERFA Conference that includes mention of all the artists who are performing in juried Formal Showcases, the Presenters' Showcase, and AcousticMusicScene.com's showcases and Midnight Hoot.]

‘Just Wild About Harry’ Chapin Tribute Concert to be Livestreamed, July 21

Post published:July 20, 2024
Post author:Michael Kornfeld
Post category:Featured News - Northeast U.S.

The annual “Just Wild About Harry” Chapin tribute concert performed by primarily Long Island-based artists has a new venue this year: The Chapin Rainbow Stage in Huntington, New York’s Heckscher Park, located off Main Street (Route 25A) and Prime Avenue. The free concert is slated for Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 7 p.m. ET and will also be livestreamed via a number of social media channels. [Click on the headline to continue reading this article, view the concert program, and see where you can view the concert online if you are unable to attend in person.]