The Hamblen Collection: An obscure corner of American folk music comes alive
The Hamblen Collection. Anyone? Anyone? While many of us at Swallow Hill Music nurture some pretty niche musical interests, Clawhammer Banjo Instructor Caleb James Hall had a lot of us stumped when he brought up the Hamblen Collection. Fortunately Caleb was more...
Swallow Hill BanjoFest returns on November 15
Swallow Hill BanjoFest, a day-long celebration of banjo workshops, concerts, jams, and community, returns for its second year on Saturday, November 15.This year’s BanjoFest features performances and workshops from Kyle Tuttle, known for his work with Molly Tuttle...
Swallow Hill Music announces 16th Annual Denver UkeFest
What features four strings, boundless joy, and turns 16 this year? Why it’s Denver UkeFest from Swallow Hill Music. UkeFest is a day-long celebration of all things ukulele, consisting of concerts, workshops, jams, and community.This year’s Denver UkeFest – the...
Dom Flemons explores the history and versatility of the banjo with concert, workshop at Swallow Hill BanjoFest
A highlight of Swallow Hill Music’s first-ever BanjoFest is the appearance of Dom Flemons. “The American Songster,” Flemons is a celebrated Grammy Award-winning musician, songwriter, and scholar. He is known for both his solo career, as well as being a member of the...