Saturday June 6th - Experience an afternoon of Appalachian artistry. Workshops, Show & Community Jam with The Barnard Sisters!

Saturday June 6th 

Experience an afternoon of Appalachian artistry.  The Barnard Sisters will teach you how to play the mountain dulcimer—a uniquely Appalachian, lap-plucked string instrument.  

Pam leads the "Mountain Dulcimer Petting Zoo" for absolute beginners—a high-energy, hands-on session where "the instruments don't bite"—while 2022 National Champion Kara Barnard hosts the "Dulcimer Deep Dive" masterclass for intermediate players. The afternoon culminates in a captivating showcase of Americana, folk, and bluegrass. Between the virtuosic playing, and crystalline sibling harmonies, you’ll find a performance that is as entertaining as it is soulful. They'll close with a high-energy community jam where the line between performer and audience disappears completely—you won’t just hear the music; you’ll become a part of it.

Learn, Be Entertained & Jam with the Barnard Sisters at this Piccolo Spoleto event.

The Barnard Sisters: Tight Sister Harmonies. Jaw-Dropping Instrumentation. Dry & Unrefined Sibling Humor!

"Mountain Dulcimer Petting Zoo" (Beginner) with Pam: A hands-on introductory session for those new to the instrument. We will provide the dulcimers No experience necessary, don’t worry the dulcimers don’t bite! 

• Beginner Workshop: $10.00 (Includes loaner instrument and admission to the 2:30 PM show)

Intermediate Workshop with Kara (workshop name change?): A masterclass led by Kara Barnard, our 2022 National Dulcimer Champion, including specialized handouts for seasoned players. BYOD (Bring your own Dulcimer or we’ll provide one)

• Intermediate Workshop: $20.00 (Includes expert instruction and admission to the 2:30 PM show)

·2:30 PM – The Barnard Sisters Show & Community Jam: A full performance followed by an interactive jam session where attendees are encouraged to play along.

• Show/Jam Only: $15.00