Are you ready to shine the spotlight on your favorite musicians at the NERFA Conference? Private Showcases are your chance to do just that! These showcases happen in individual hotel rooms, which can either be your own room or a separate one that you book exclusively for this purpose. The shows run on Thursday, Friday, […]
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It’s with great excitement and enthusiasm that we introduce you to this year’s Formal Showcase Artists at the Northeast Regional Folk Alliance’s (NERFA) conference in Asbury Park, NJ. Selected from an impressive pool of over 150 applicants, these artists stood out and captured the hearts of our esteemed judging panel comprised of Fosalyn Dennett from
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We are always seeking ways to empower and inspire our vibrant community of artists and enthusiasts. That’s why at this year’s conference we are thrilled to introduce a brand-new series of workshops that promise to take your skills and passion to the next level: “Master Classes.” We are very proud of the content offered at
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The Presenter’s Peer Group meets every second Tuesday of the month at 8:00PM. Register Here! Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85711035108?pwd=V2VDd20ranZOWisyVDB4aWtNbFZGQT09 Dan Gottfried Barbara Shiller During the unprecedented halt of the live music industry caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, a dedicated and resourceful community refused to allow the silence to persist. This community, united under the banner of the
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Livingston Taylor to Grace NERFA 2023 as Second Keynote Speaker We are beyond excited to announce that the legendary Livingston Taylor will be joining us as the second keynote speaker at the NERFA conference this November! Livingston’s career as a professional musician has spanned over five decades, and he’s showing no signs of slowing down.
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NERFA proudly presents its inaugural concert series, the Coffee & Wood Concert Series, designed to bolster touring artists with a regular lineup of Thursday night performances. In collaboration with West Brookfield Library and the Mass Cultural Council, we’re thrilled to showcase members of our esteemed 2022 Formal Showcase artist group. Following a prolonged pause due to
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Registration Now Open! We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for the Northeast Regional Folk Alliance (NERFA) Conference, taking place in Asbury Park from November 9-12, 2023! Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to be a part of a dynamic community and grow your artistic career. Early registration pricing is available on a first
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Five Primary Challenges for Independent Artists Starting a career in folk music can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. Here are the five primary challenges to starting a career in folk music and how to overcome them, along with supporting quotes from famous folk and
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Welcoming New Board Members to the Northeast Regional Folk Alliance The Northeast Regional Folk Alliance (NERFA) is thrilled to announce the addition of two newly appointed board members: Joel Elliot, and Tara Shannon. Both brings a wealth of experience and passion for music, philanthropy, and community engagement. This strengthens NERFA’s mission to support and promote
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Building a Career in Folk Music We understand the challenges that many musicians face when it comes to pursuing a meaningful and successful career in music. It can be daunting to enter an industry that is constantly evolving and highly competitive, but I’m here to tell you that it’s not impossible to achieve your goals
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