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5 Mile Drive
High-octane, danceable rock and blues.
Sunday, June 3, 2:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Aaron Bonk
Get Bonked! Aaron Bonk is a unique entertainer with a twisted sense of humor who risks his life to make Ôem laugh. With original artistry, extraordinary skill and crazy personality, he gives you the laughter and awe of a world-class performance.
Sat and Sun, June 2+3, sa 3:30+6:30 su 2:30.
Dewitt Park
Alan Rose and the Restless Elements
Rocking, horn-driven Festival-themed songs - upbeat original rock and roll, along the lines of early Springsteen, The Restless Elements start with the standard bass/drums/guitar/keyboard lineup and augment it with a three piece horn section that provides extra melodic energy.
Friday, June 1, 4:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Andrew Alling
Live music from the heart! Song writer/performer, playing guitar, harmonicas and organ peddles with an old time, folk and indie blend.
Friday, June 1, 5:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Anna Coogan
Bittersweet Original Americana
Saturday, June 2, 1:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Auntie Emo and Ukulele Friends
Showing some of the musical range of the ukulele
Friday, June 1, 6:00pm.
Amphitheater
Ave Mack
Hip-Hop/Rap
Sunday, June 3, 4:30pm.
State St Beer Garden
Bümph!
Bümph! is a 12-member band of students that all attend New Roots Charter School. These students have arranged a variety of different styles of music from different recording artists including Stevie Wonder, The Meters, and Deep Purple. Bümph! plays a mix of hip hop, reggae, jazz, funk, and rock music.
Friday, June 1, 2:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Bella Voce
Ithaca's premier women's vocal ensemble. A presence on the Ithaca music scene for over 25 years, Bella Voce (formerly the Finger Lakes Womens Chorale) is directed by Doreen Alsen.
Sunday, June 3, 6:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Bernie Milton Tribute Band
Saturday, June 2, 7:30pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Bert Scholl & Friends
If you don't know Bert, he plays mainly original classic Honky Tonk and Outlaw Country with a rigor and authenticity not often found in these parts. With his deep, powerful baritone voice, Bert spins tales of murder, love, crime, pain, exhilaration and salvation. People swear they can smell traces of rawhide and gunsmoke wherever he plays. He's the real deal. He will knock your boots clear offa yr filthy dogs!
Saturday, June 2, 4:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Big Mean Sound Machine
Psychedelic Afro-Funk
Sunday, June 3, 3:30pm.
State St Beer Garden
Black is Green
An experimental post rock band from Ithaca, NY. Originating from the musical chemistry of Arly Kamholtz and Jake Roberts, the band was completed in 2010 with the addition of Nick Gilbert and Zaun Marshburn. Black is Green has been progressively growing and creating a strong innovative musical experience that fuses sweet melodic ethereal sounds with gritty dark heavy-hitting tracks. The band has been accompanied by such great musicians as Hank Roberts, Keir Neuringer, and Joe Novelli as well as shared bills with a number of local acts including Ayurveda, Boy With A Fish, Wingnut, and Bronwen Exter.
Saturday, June 2, 8:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Blue Skies
Vintage Jazz/Blues-Standards, Done Different
Friday , June 1, 12:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Blue Sky Mission Club
With a deep understanding of Roots, Rhythm, Americana and Soulgrass; Blue Sky Mission Club creates a sound all their own with jumping zydeco beats and lively social commentary- festival style!
Saturday, June 2, 6:30pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Bluegrass Jam
(Traditional Bluegrass) - Bluegrass is American roots music comprising a rich fusion of traditions from the British Isles, jazz, blues, and country. This jam features fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar, dobro, upright bass, and vocals, and each instrument has the opportunity to improvise around the melody in wildly creative ways. All skill levels are welcome! Contact: Philip Robinson philip.robinson@cornell.edu
Saturday, June 2, 6-8pm.
Dewitt Park - Jam Tent
Burns And Kristy
Fun singer/songwriters playing great eclectic acoustic pop /folk songs with rich vocals.
Saturday, June 2, 5:00pm.
Amphitheater
Cajun Jam
(Traditional Cajun maybe a little Zydeco) - The origins of Cajun music started in the north when the Acadians were forced to migrate from Nova Scotia to Louisiana in the late 1700's. This is a rich and unique American music style. This will be an open acoustic only instrumental jam as are all the others in the Ithaca Festival Jam Tent. Contact person: Greg Grodem jgreg@lightlink.com
Sunday, June 3, 6-8pm.
Dewitt Park - Jam Tent
Capoeira Ithaca
Ra’zes do Brasil (Roots of Brazil) Capoeira Ithaca led by Mestre Foca and Instrutora Rouxinol is an exemplary ambassador of Brazilian culture and spirit. Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that fuses self-defense, acrobatics, music and singing which spreads excitement and joy to those who witness it. Maculel is a folkloric stick dance from Brazil that is practiced in conjunction with Capoeira. The traditional costumes(raffia skirts), body paint and sticks used in Maculel are reminiscent of the Hawaiian Hula (with a spicy twist!).
Saturday , June 2, 4:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Cayuga Blue Notes
Playing country, delta, and early Chicago blues, Cayuga Blue Notes have been performing around the Ithaca/Hector area for 8 years.
Saturday, June 2, 3:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Cayuga Wizards
The Cayuga Wizards is a troupe of Special Young Adults who share their special brand of Magic with all they meet. These magicians will warm hearts with wonderful magic using large cards, silks, newspapers, ropes, mental magic, and even a real rabbit.
Sunday, June 3, 2:00pm.
Amphitheater
Charlie Young
Solo singer-guitarist with roots back to the first Ithaca Festival. Singing songs from Tin Pan Alley through to the 21st century - swing, folk, rock, jazz.
Friday, June 1, 1:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
ComedyFLOPs
Ithaca's premier improvisational comedy troupe!
Friday, June 1, 7:00pm.
Amphitheater
Common Railers
This mostly-acoustic four-piece band from Ithaca, NY has been entertaining audiences since 2006. Their sound ranges from more traditional folk and bluegrass, to singer-songwriter and pop. Songwriting is shared by guitarist Peter Glanville and mandolin, accordion, and sax player Gordon Rowland, who often collaborate on the band's original material. Acoustic upright bassist Mike Costello, and drummer Shane Hartman create the foundation, while adding intricate grooves to the band's original material. Covers from Townes Van Zandt, Hank Williams, Tom Waits and Bob Dylan often make their way into longer set lists.
Sunday, June 3, 3:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
CSMA Recorder Ensemble
Since the first Ithaca Festival, this all-ages ensemble has performed a mixture of folk, renaissance and baroque pieces with a few modern pieces thrown in for fun.
Saturday, June 2, 4:00pm.
Amphitheater
DAADs
Playing father-themed dance-noise-punk music for children of all ages, DAADs has been performing around Ithaca for the past year or so, developing quite the following.
Saturday, June 2, 5:00pm.
Ithaca Underground Stage
Danza Romani
Performing Romani (Gypsy) dances from Turkey, Spain, Russia and the Balkins, this fun and lively group features appropriate costuming for each country and Romani style.
Sunday, June 3, 1:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Dave Caughey
Singing folk songs along with original compositions dealing with themes of social justice and spirituality, Dave Caughey accompanies himself on guitar and uses digital looping technology to create multiple layers of vocal harmony.
Friday, June 1, 2:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Diamonds in the Rough
Three voices, unsupported by instruments, exploring a wide variety of music from traditional to folk to pop.
Saturday, June 2, 12:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Diana Leigh Jazz Quartet
Dynamic and sultry jazz vocalist Diana Leigh has been performing in and around Ithaca for over 20 years. She has a purity of tone, a swinging sense of phrasing, and a sparkling stage presence. Backed by a piano trio culled from local musicians of the highest caliber, Diana will have your toes tapping to sweet and sassy swing standards in no time!
Sunday, June 3 , 7:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Djug Django
Celebrating their 10th year, Djug Django delights with great gypsy jazz, original tunes and exquisite rhythm, played by some of Ithaca's most entertaining and capable characters! Great for dancing!
Friday, June 1, 4:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
Doll Eyes
A super fun 5 piece post-punk band from Ithaca, NY that plays catchy, driving, melodic tunes with just the right amount of complexity.
Saturday, June 2, 2:00pm.
Ithaca Underground Stage
Eden's Apple
classic rock originals and covers
Friday, June 2, 1:00pm.
Amphitheater
El Caminos
Performing mostly original material, El Caminos are a soundtrack for the truck stop in anywhere USA. Scorching guitars, broken hearts, crooning vocals, & stories of small town life turned upside down all come together to create an atmosphere that can only be described as "All-American Country-Rock"
Friday, June 1, 8:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
El Rumbon
Latin dance party!
Friday, June 1, 5:30pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Elisa Sciscioli with Solstice
Sciscioli roots her rich voice in classic and original soul music with introspective and uplifting lyrics. This 8 piece band branches out to R&B, funk, Latin, gospel and reggae influences. The music makes you want to sing and dance along!
Sunday, June 3, 1:30pm.
State St Beer Garden
Emilie Rose
A senior at Ithaca High School, this singer/songwriter performs piano-driven pop/rock songs that feature her stong vocals. Emilie's vibe has been compared to that of Sara Bareilles, Ingrid Michaelson, and Colbie Caillat - be on the lookout for her CD, coming soon!
Sunday, June 3, 12:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Fall Creek Folk
Vocal and Instrumental Folk Ensemble
Sunday, June 3, 4:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Fiddle Tune
(NYS, New England, Contra and Assorted Fiddle Tunes) - We will be playing "fiddle tunes" suitable for contra or square dancing. These tunes originate from New England, Canada, British Isles and parts of Europe. This is an open instrumental jam where typical instruments are fiddle, guitar, mandolin, banjo (4 or 5 string), accordion, acoustic bass and occasional woodwinds such as flute or clarinet. This group typically works from the Ithaca "YFN tuneset". But any fiddle tunes are appropriate if someone can lead it! All skill levels welcome, come join us! Contact person: Michael Ludgate michael.ludgate@gmail.com
Sunday, June 3, 4-6pm.
Dewitt Park - Jam Tent
Fight a Scary Dog
Fight a Scary dog is a 5 piece folky-punky-anthemy band originating in Ithaca. The band has found fans in both traditionalists and trendsetters alike with their traditional influences and more modern sounds.
Saturday, June 2, 8:00pm.
Ithaca Underground Stage
Finger Lakes Magic Club
As they have for many years, the members of Finger Lakes Magic Club will each perform different magic. This performance appeals to all ages.
Friday, June 1, 5:00pm.
Amphitheater
Finger Lakes Fitness Center: Zumba w/ Felipe
Interactive Zumba class - combining Latin and International music in a fun dance workout!
Friday, June 1, 12:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Flumerflutes
Delighting festival audiences since the very first, Flumerflutes is a flute choir of Flo Flumerfelt's current and former private flute students.
Saturday, June 2, 2:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Free Boody Institute
When Free Boody Institute is in the house everybody's moving and feels the groove. Formed in 2007, this Ithaca, NY ensemble mixes burning rhythms, funky grooves and soulful vocals that make you bounce. Following an amazing festival season in 2011, FBI will be releasing their debut album "How You DO" this spring.
Saturday, June 2, 3:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
Gadje
Ithaca's own original Gypsy Rock act since 1998, Gadje has been working on a new CD to be released in 2012. Their high energy, wild and romantic music is perfect for nights out and dancing in the streets on a Summer evening.
Sunday, June 3, 3:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
GoGone
GoGone plays original roots, rock, and blues, capturing songs of love, far away places, and the always changing human condition. Their music is both joyous and heartbreaking: moving from soulful ballads of betrayal to raucous stories of adventure.
Sunday, June 3, 12:30pm.
State St Beer Garden
Greatest Common Factor
A 5-piece youth group performing a variety of dance styles.
Saturday, June 2, 3:00pm.
Bernie Miltion Pavilion
Hilby the Skinny German Juggling Boy
Best described as a show without boundaries, Hilby is the living proof that being German doesn't mean you can not be funny. While being an expert in juggling all sorts of objects and subjects as well as countless circus and variety skills (such as Unicycling, ropewalking, unsupported ladder, fire manipulations and eating, balancing stunts and the list goes on and on), he really gets his audience involved and creates magical and hiliraious moments through their participation. Watch out for catapults, marshmalows, lots of velcro and the bowling-ball of terror. Hilby has training in modern dance and mime and his body is as expressive as the spoken words he speaks. Poetry in motion, a fusion of an epeleptik fit, and .... Yes all that and more..... the long and short of it is that you will love this Skinny German Juggle Boy!
Sat+Sun, June 2+3, 1:00 + 2pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion + DeWitt Park
I-Fest Hula Dance Team
Authentic Hawaiian Dance
Fri and Sat, , 5pm+3:30pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Irish Session
(Traditional Irish) - This session will be run in traditional Irish session style, which is generally full speed ahead and often stringing 2 or 3 tunes together at a time. All skill levels welcome: the tunes are fast, but the only way to "get the feel" is to jump in and try! Contact persons: Ed McGowan, Scott Whitham scott.whitham@gmail.comor Mark Bickford
Saturday, June 2, 4-6pm.
Dewitt Park - Jam Tent
ITE Chamber Orchestra
Performing the works of Bach, Frescobaldi, and Paterson, this string orchestra is comprised of middle and high school students from across the county.
Sunday, June 3, 12:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Ithaca High School A Cappella Club
A student-run school club that gets together once a week to sing songs a cappella and just have fun! Performing "Going to the Chapel!" by the Dixie Cups arranged by Naomi Raymond, "Under the Sea" by Alan Menken arranged by Kirby Shaw, and "Eleanor Rigby" by John Lennon and Paul McCartney arranged by Paris Rutherford.
Sunday, June 3, 1:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Ithaca is Klezmer
Ithaca is Klezmer performs traditional Jewish Moldavian music, early American Klezmer and Sephardic pieces. The students have been playing together for two years and are led by Max Buckholtz.
Saturday, June 2, 1:30pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Ithaca Talent Education Young Violinists, Violists, and Cellists
Violinists, Violists, and Cellists, ages 5 to 18, playing classical and popular music, fiddle tunes and folk songs.
Saturday, June 2, 1:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Jayne and Bram
Sister and brother performing traditional Irish music on fiddles and bodhran and feet!
Friday, June 1, 1:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Jody Kessler
Her songs touch upon themes of relationship, connection with Spirit, contemporary issues, life stories, and the joy of being alive. Known for her insightful lyrics, masterful guitar work, and pristine vocals, Jody delivers her refreshingly original material with passion, sensitivity, and humor.
Saturday, June 2, 7:00pm.
Amphitheater
Jomo & Johnnycake
Jomo & Johnnycake play and sing lively old fashioned Jug Band songs and tunes from the 20 s and 30 s. Instrumentation includes 12 String Guitar, Lap Slide Guitar, Quadrazoo, Foot Board, Washboard, Spoons and Washtub Bass.
Sunday, June 3, 2:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Judy Stock
Performing fun pieces for families and children, Judy Stock plays folk songs, as well as original compositions. From babies to school age children, all ages enjoy hearing the variety of instruments, including guitar, banjo, spoons, penny whistle, and more!
Sunday , June 3, 12:00pm.
Amphitheater
June with Chandani Belly Dance Troupe of Ithaca
Performs traditional Middle Eastern Oriental (Belly) Dance from Egypt, Turkey, Lebanon & Greece, as well as large and small group dances. Audience participation is encouraged!
Saturday, June 2, 8:00pm.
Amphitheater
Kaboosh!
A duo that plays a blend of folk-rocky/poppy music that can range from very happy and dancy to very sad and thoughtful. Lots of instruments are played onstage.
Saturday, June 2, 6:00pm.
Ithaca Underground Stage
Katherine and Bo Aelias
Performing the lighter side of the Katherine Aelias Band repetoir, including originals from their four CDs, unreleased material, and some of your favorite covers.
Friday, June 1, 2:00pm.
Amphitheater
Kid N0va
A modern, family friendly, and invigorating Hip-Hop/Rap performance with live accompaniment. The group consists of a versatile lyricist, a drummer who is nothing less than a natural showman, a bassist who gives true meaning to the phrase "slappin' the bass", a guitar player with jaw dropping rhythms and a DJ who will always keep the crowd entertained with his skills behind the tables.
Saturday, June 2, 5:30pm.
Cayuga St Pavillion
King Sized Pegasus
Young and energetic local Punk band. Get ready to mosh your socks off!
Saturday, June 2, 1:00pm.
Ithaca Underground Stage
Kites In Space
Kites In Space are an indie-pop/folk quintet from Trumansburg with a focus on strong songwriting, arrangements, and sonic dynamics. Nearly ten years of playing music together has created an onstage chemistry that translates into an exciting and tight live performance.
Friday , June 1, 2:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
larry real
Sweet hawaiian songs performed with the original hawaiian steel guitar - lap style. Pre-war standards for luaus and Hawaiian lullabies.
Friday, June 1, 8:00pm.
Farmer's Market
Living My Last Day
An energetic, soulful Acoustic Rock act that performs a mix of soulful originals and fun covers ranging from classic rock to contemporary pop. Very interactive with the crowd.
Friday, June 1, 3:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavillion
Lucey's Hooch
4 piece band that plays originals, and covers ranging from the 50 s to the 90 s. Blues based funk - a danceable act!
Friday, June 1, 4:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Luke G. & the Goodsports
EARLY rock & doo-wop songs played with heavy rhythms & riffage, silvery yet gritty vox, & modern-day...um...angst.
Saturday, June 2, 2:30pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Magic Garden Puppets
Magic Garden Puppets is a traveling marionette theater specializing in folk and fairy tales from around the world. This year's offering is, "The Little Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings," an African-American folk tale. The puppet show is accompanied by live music and features audience participation. This performance will delight the young and the young at heart.
Saturday, June 2, 12:30pm.
Amphitheater
Mandy Caughey
Mandy will present a Butoh solo dance, which tends to be very slow, expressive, and intimate. (Not your typical dance form!) In keeping with this year's theme, the dance is expressive of celebration of community.
Friday, June 1, 4:00pm.
Amphiteather
Mantra and Mantrella
Mantra and Mantrella combines various dance influences, including Middle Eastern,Vaudeville,Romani (Gypsy), and beyond...featuring live musicians, swords and exotic costumes!
Sunday, June 3, 6:00pm.
Amphitheater
Mark Rust
Mark Rust sings songs about Ithaca, family & freinds, and the ever popular Ithaca Festival Theme songs. An Ithaca Festival tradition.
Saturday, June 2, 3:00pm.
Amphitheater
Mary Lorson and the Soubrettes
With the Soubrettes, Mary Lorson dollies back in time, pulling ragtime ribbons through a style that recalls the American Songbook as much as it does indie rock. The piano and the guitar take turns providing the song-spine. Amelia Sauter and Leah Houghtaling add rich harmonies and the yesteryear ambiance of upright bass and banjo. Walt Lorenzut is on drums, and Michael Stark on keys. Sometimes jovial, sometimes somber, sometimes raucous (sometimes all in one song), Lorson and the Soubrettes drive these vintage-inspired songs along the fine lines between funny, tragic, and pissed-off.
Saturday, June 2, 1:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
Miche Fambro
JazzSouLatiNeoFolk-ish Guitar/Vocals
Sunday, June 3, 5:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Mike Brindisi & The New York Rock
High Energy Rock Concert!
Saturday, June 2, 7:30pm.
State St Beer Garden
Mill Bastards
This group plays passionate, working class, urban-folk music.
Friday, June 1, 8:00pm.
Ithaca Underground Stage
Mirage Belly Dancers of Ithaca
For more than 30 years Mirage Belly Dancers of Ithaca has brought celebration and joy to the Ithaca Festival with an hour of lively group and solo dances to Middle-Eastern-rhythm music by a variety of recording artists. As always, the audience is invited to join in during the finale!
Saturday, June 2, 6:00pm.
Amphitheater
Ms Marty & SGB
Energetic fiddle swing synergy
Friday, June 1, 7pm.
Cayuga St
Mutron Warriors
Playing a variety of funk, soul and afrobeat. Female vocals, horn section, percussion, keys and funky guitar make Mutron Warriors an automatic dance party.
Sunday, June 3, 6:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
Nancy Spero with Joe Hayward and Friends
Old Time Square Dance with Nancy Spero calling and Joe Hayward and Friends playing high energy string band tunes for participatory square dancing. This is for people of all ages and skill levels. It is also fun for people dancing on the sides and people listening. Appeals to all ages.
Sunday, June 3, 4:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Nate & Kate Kids Show
The Nate & Kate Kids Show is a mix of original and very familiar children's songs with participation, lots of juggling, and a few young volunteers. Best suited for ages 2-8 (and their parents!).
Saturday, June 2, 1:00pm.
Amphitheater
Nate & Kate
Nate & Kate Show: a mix of original Americana, traditional folk songs, and eclectic covers rich with vocal harmony, played mainly on guitar, cello, banjo, and harmonica. The show also features some story-telling and light banter. Suitable for all ages.
Sunday, June 3, 3:00pm.
Amphitheater
Nate the Great
Nate the Great's show is an interactive 1-man street-style juggling show with comedy, volunteers, sometimes musical comedy, fire breathing and fire juggling. All ages will enjoy!
Saturday, June 2, 5:00pm.
Dewitt Park
New Roots Charter School Chamber Ensemble
A small group of brass, string, and percussion players that perform a mix of traditional band/orchestra arrangements and popular tunes.
Friday, June 1, 3:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
New Roots Charter School Chorus
A mixed-ensemble of students that perform both choral, acapella, and pop tunes.
Friday, June 1, 3:30pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
New Roots Charter School Jazz Ensemble
A 5-member group of students that play all forms of jazz from standard to cool and modern.
Friday, June 1, 2:30pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
New Roots Dance Crew
A 15-member dance troupe that specializes in hip hop dancing.
Friday, June 1, 1:30pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Nick Bullock School of Rock
rock
Friday, June 1, 5:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Not From Wisconsin
Simultaneously inventive and nostalgic, Not From Wisconsin pays tribute to the timeless and complex fabric of American music as they participate in that never ending process by melding what they appreciate with what they discover as they write.
Sunday, June 3, 2:30pm.
State St Beer Garden
Old English
Hailing from the Berklee College of Music, Old English is a Melodic Progressive Rock band that includes Ithaca native Russ Sternglass on drums.
Friday, June 1, 3:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Old-Time Jam
(Appalachian Fiddle Tunes) - Southern old-time music was born when African rhythms and syncopation began to influence the fiddle dance tune tradition. Old-time jams often include guitar, clawhammer banjo, fiddle, mandolin, dulcimer, voices, and tapping feet to keep the rhythm. Tunes are usually passed along by oral tradition, but chord charts are available for many of the tunes, and musicians of any level are welcome. The emphasis is on getting into a groove for each tune. Contact: Laura Taylor lbt1@cornell.edu
Sunday, June 3, 2-4pm.
Dewitt Park - Jam Tent
Origin Brass
A brass band inspired by the tradition of the New Orleans street bands that puts a modern spin on classic songs as well as playing new music. Playing a variety of funk and jazz songs including originals and arrangements.
Saturday, June 2, 4:30pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Palante Afro-Latin Dance & Percussion Ensemble
Performing the music and dance of the Orishas, Rumba, and Conga Comparsa. In the traditional manner, the performance will open with a dance for the Orisha Ellegua, the pathfinder. For the final piece, the group will teach the basic dance steps to audience members, and ask all to join in.
Friday, June 1, 6:30pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Panorama chess promotions
Simultaneous chess exposition. Live, interactive chess games all day.
Fri,Sat,Sun, , .
Chess Area
Pete Panek & the Blue Cats
Pete Panek & the Blue Cats have played every single Ithaca Festival and look forward to continuing the tradition...the band consists of Pete Panek: guitar and vocals, Taz Cannon: drums, vocals and chattel, and Joe Bruno on the bass guitar. Rockin' Chicago style original blues!
Sunday, June 3, 7:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
Polly and Travis
Polly and Travis are a fresh acoustic duo with an authentically uplifting vibe. Their heart music is infused with truth-telling and passion. Polly's drum rhythms and Travis' piano and guitar provide the cloth into which their smooth vocal harmonies are woven.
Friday, June 1, 6:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Record New Highs
Instrumental Bionic Funk and Soul, featuring: David Solid Gould- bass (John Brown's Body alumni), Greg Evans- drums (Mutron Warriors), Ryan Zawel - trombone (El Rumbon), Angelo Peters - orga, moog, keys (Big Mean Sound Machine), Dan Barker - guitar (Big Mean Sound Machine)
Saturday, June 2, 4:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
Regina O'Brien
Regina is presently recording her third album, one that will introduce her piano-based songs and will, once more, feature the homespun sensibilities of her performance style. Whether her recordings are augmented by rocking textures or stripped down, her natural sense of structure and efficient narrative style shine through. Regina's writing style has been compared to those of Neil Young and Jackson Browne. Her musical influences include Hank Williams, Sr., Tom Petty, and Lucinda Williams.
Saturday, June 2, 6:30pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Running to Places Theatre Company
Running to Places is the area's premier theatre company for young artists. Each year, they provide opportunities for around 120 students in grades 6-12 from across Tompkins County with the means to build community while creating great theatre. Running to Places company members will be performing a variety of numbers from Broadway shows, including selections from Hairspray, Oliver, Oklahoma, and Urinetown, which are part of their 2012 Season.
Saturday, June 2, 2:00pm.
Amphitheater
Second Dam
Second Dam is comprised of six Ithaca College students dedicated to performing some pretty swanky tunes around town. Fitted with guitar, bass, violin, cello/ukelele, and drums, Second Dam is dedicated to playing the kind of music that stays fresh and allows them to play with anyone, at any venue, any time.
Saturday, June 2, 3:30pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Seidaiko Taiko Drumming
Seidaiko Taiko Drumming, Traditional Taiko Drums, Japanese Foo-Dog Dance, Chinese Lion Dance, Taiko Kids, Asian, African, Latin Drums.
Saturday, June 2, 2:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Seishi Karate Honbu
Emphasizing personal enrichment, health, fun, and "real discipline", students of all ages from Seishi Karate Ithaca will be demonstrating traditional martial arts.
Saturday, 6/2, 2:30.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Seneca Street Recorder Ensemble
A mixed-age ensemble, led by Barbara Kaufman, playing music from the Renaissance and Baroque to folk and modern.
Saturday, June 2, 12:30pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Shimmer Lake
Shimmer Lake (Amy Davis and Laura Peters) is an acoustic duo featuring tight vocal harmonies and two guitars. Their mix of covers and originals spans contemporary/Celtic folk, country, blues, and rock.
Friday, June 1, 4:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Singing Jam
(Folk Songs) - This is a sing-a-long, where anyone can lead. Songs your parents sang when you were little, songs you sang at camp, songs that mean a lot to you right now. Instruments are welcome for back up, but the focus for this jam is on voices. Bring a song to share, chime in on a chorus or just listen, everyone is welcome! Contacts: Jim Harper jharper@jimharpermusic.com or Richie Holtz richard_holtz@verizon.net
Saturday, June 2, 2-4pm.
Dewitt Park - Jam Tent
SOUK: Middle Eastern Grooves
Performs a delicious blend of traditional music from around the Middle East. Their name is the Arabic word for market, Souk (pronounced "sook"). Their music includes a variety of styles primarily from Arabic, Turkish, Greek, and Persian music.
Friday, June 1, 8:00pm.
Amphitheater
SSWAMPZZ
A three piece noise rock band from Syracuse, NY.
Saturday, June 2, 4:00pm.
Ithaca Underground Stage
Starts on Friday
A local high school band recently signed by Moon City Records. Energetic, fun stage presence and melodic, lively music. Starts on Friday entertains not only with the music, but with comedic talking and interaction with the crowd between songs.
Sunday, June 3, 5:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
State & Plain
A local pop/rock band that loves playing for the community.
Sunday, June 3, 6:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Steve Southworth and the Rockabilly Rays
50's to early 60's rockabilly and rock and roll...celebrating our 26th year performing from NY to CA.
Sunday, June 3, 2:30pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Sundown Sally
Sundown Sally is the original works of Heather Boob, backed by the talents of Audrey Miller on stand-up bass, and introducing the Broadwell Brothers, Ashley and Rylan, on lead electric guitar and banjo. Sundown Sally has evolved with every year, continually growing and expanding the sound of the band. From two gals with guitars to a 4-peice band, Sundown Sally keeps on rockin to Country-Rock & Folky-Blues!
Sunday, June 3, 7:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Sunnyside
Performing lively New Orleans inspired swing for your listening and dancing pleasure.
Saturday, June 2, 12:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Tandemonium Yoga: Dance and Music Collective
Performing several dance pieces combining advanced yoga asanas with lyrical dance accompanied by hypnotic live music.
Sunday, June 3, 5:00pm.
Amphitheater
Temuchin
Temuchin is an instrumental heavy progressive rock band with musicians who have performed in nationally and internationally with bands such as Tombs, Iwo Jima Medkit, Wetnurse, Leader, Kilrush + others. Featuring Dan Howard on Guitar, Hunter Schindo on Bass, Alex Ribeiro on Keys, and Cam Myers on Drums.
Friday, June 1, 6:00pm.
Ithaca Underground Stage
The Ageless Jazz Band
A popular dance band featuring music ranging from classic swing to Latin jazz. The Ageless Jazz Band is a CSMA jazz ensemble under the expert direction of saxophonist Nick Pauldine. The band includes a full compliment of saxophones, trumpets, and trombones, a swinging rhythm section and sizzling vocals. Performing the legendary tunes of Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Glenn Miller and other giants of Big Band Jazz, their music is timeless and loved by dancers and music lovers of all ages.
Saturday, June 2, 5:30pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
The Atomic Forces
The Atomic Forces are a long standing rock band from Ithaca, NY. Their ÔFolk Atomique' music incorporates folk, electronic, and experimental sounds. They have won Rock Record of the Year twice from the Ithaca Journal. Their record "Prop Sensation" from 2008, which incorporated statistics on economic disparity, has resonated with the Occupy Wall Street movement. Their newest recording, "Woodstock for Robots" is being released in May in conjunction with Ithaca'a Angry Mom Records.
Saturday, June 2, 7:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
The Black Walnut Band
The Black Walnut Band from Ithaca, NY is a collection of musicians that play original country soul music that is a marriage of influences from their local region. Having originally performed as a band in 2009, the Black Walnut Band have since entertained in a variety of performance halls, night clubs, restaurants, pubs,and barns. Good times, strong feelings, and freedom of expression between musician and music lover are foremost on this band's agenda.
Saturday, June 2, 6:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
The Blind Spots
The Blind Spots, a raucous, all original, female-fronted, five-piece, Ithaca, NY based rock band, is driving hard at bigger things and has been busy building an airtight justification for all of the buzz surrounding it throughout the region. Electrifying lead vocalist and force of nature Maddy Walsh can hang with the best of them and continues to reach new heights at every show and on every recording. The band only gets better, with its solid-as-a-rock rhythm section, eclectic library of keyboard sounds, and bold and inventive electric guitar stylings.
Friday, June 1, 7:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
The Concrete Slacks
A Hardcore Punk trio with some metal Influences sounding like a mix of Motorhead Meets Discharge and black flag.
Friday, June 1, 5:00pm.
Ithaca Underground Stage
The Destination
Classic R&B and R&R Dance Covers.
Friday , June 1, 7:30pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
The DixieKats
Together for 15 years, this 7 piece Dixieland & Gumbo band features 15 different instruments and over 200 combined years of professional experience. The DixieKats are a music & dance show extravaganza appreciated by all ages. Featuring classical & modern music arrangements, the "Kats" are Colorful, Mardi Gras Fun. Tunes from: Louis Armstrong; Professor Long Hair;Dr. John; the Neville Brothers & King Oliver.
Sunday, June 3, 6:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
the Fly Rods
The Fly Rods play simple American rock and roll songs. Inspired by influences ranging from the Ramones to the Grateful Dead, they sound more like Neil Young and Crazy Horse. All Americana.
Saturday, June 2, 5:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
The GoCats
Rock n roll, country, and gospel rolled up into a highly danceable, rockabilly set. Acoustic slap bass and a stand up drummer capture the old time sound.
Saturday, June 2, 7:30pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
The Grady Girls
Garrison, Paskin, and Grady Grady Grady; Bubba George meets the Monks of the Screw. In other words, beautifully raw old time, Irish, and a few originals played by five young women from Tompkins Co., NY. Rip-roaring tunes and sweet singing- come feast your ears and bring your dancing shoes.
Saturday, June 2, 6:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
The Gunpoets
The Gunpoets are a new school live hip hop band that moves crowds with positive, uplifting music and a fun and exciting performance.
Sunday, June 3, 5:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
The Hog-Tie Sessions
The group plays an eclectic blend of traditional Celtic, Bluegrass, and Gypsy music with dashes of classical music, rock, and theatrics. A fun performace with intensity and humour.
Friday, June 1, 7:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
The Notorious String Busters
A fun Bluegrass performance!
Friday, June 1, 6:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
The Purple Valley
A 6 piece band consisting of female and male vocal harmonies, harmonica, keyboards, guitar, bass and drums. Performing dancing blues, swing, and rock and roll.
Friday, June 1, 5:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
The Small Kings
A four piece group playing original rock and pop-fantasy with harmonies. The Small Kings have fun creating music together and enjoy sharing it.
Saturday, June 2, 5:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
The Sound Awake
A 4-piece band performing Indie and Alternative rock, with Nick Bullock formerly of Revision
Sunday, June 3, 7:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
The Tarps
A bunch of old fellas recreating the wonderful music from the 50 s, 60 s and 70 s. Dance tunes and the music will get you on your feet. Featuring two dentists, a veternarian, a physics teacher, a therapist and an official of girls lacrosse. Elvis, Beatles,Stones, Huey Lewis and others may show up. A history lession of rock and roll is included.
Sunday, June 3, 4:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
The Wallpaper
The Wallpaper is a group of friends from Ithaca and Rochester, playing original alternative rock music. Their influences include R.E.M., Buddy Holly, The Pixies, The Beach Boys, and Pavement.
Saturday, June 2, 7:00pm.
Ithaca Underground Stage
The Xskavators
The Xskavators might be a new addition to Ithaca, but their sound is 100% old-school ska, seasoned with a dash of the Caribbean and a pinch of Latin America, for a tasty treat that's guaranteed to get you on your feet and dancing. Driving bass and percussion (Harry Aceto, Cesar Enciso, and John-Paul Nawn a solid foundation for a down and dirty horn section (Bob McMahon , Don Slatoff and Dave Davis), and Dan Barker's rock-steady guitar and the amazing keyboard sound of Neal Massa complete the band's lineup. When the Xskavators get their hands on it, you won't be able to resist! DIG IT!
Saturday , June 2, 2:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
Thirteen South
Thirteen South is a 5 member metal band from Ithaca, NY, blending progressive,death metal,hardcore and punk into "Ithaca style" metal music.
Friday, June 1, 7:00pm.
Ithaca Underground Stage
Toivo
Toivo plays accordion driven Finnish, Tex-Mex, and original dance music.
Sunday, June 3, 2:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Tom Mank and Sera Smolen
Tom Mank, singer-songwriter, guitar, vocals, and Sera Smolen, cello, have been performing as a duo for 10+ years. They have recorded five CDs and have toured in Northern Europe 5 times. Performing folk and blues music with improvisation.
Sunday, June 3, 1:00pm.
Amphitheater
Tompkins County Amateur Radio Club
Make a friend by long distance amateur radio! Tompkins Country Amateur Radio Club allows festival goers to have a chat with folks far and wide.
Sunday, June 3, .
Dewitt Park
traonach
Irish Traditional Music
Friday, June 1, 8:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Trio Los Claveles
High energy Latin Music, latin rock, salsa, merengue, bachata, mambo, rumba, cha-cha, bolero. Three guitars, one bass, keyboard and two percussionists performing songs in both Spanish and English.
Saturday, June 2, 12:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
Tru Bleu
Three musicians dedicated to writing, playing, and singing music with heart, soul, and meaning. Tru Bleu writes and plays music that is at it heart Americana, Blues and Rock all with an acoustic flair!
Sunday, June 3, 5:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Ukulelese As a Second Language
Ukulelese As a Second Language [Uk2L] is a free-floating ensemble of ukulele players gathered to teach ukulele by whatever means works: sidewalk instruction! impromptu workshopping, dand-drawn charts! performing in ensemble! audience interaction! Learn ukulele. Play ukulele.
Saturday, June 2, 1:00pm.
Dewitt Park
Vision Dance Collective (New Roots)
Created by New Roots students in collaboration with dancer Yelena Sedochenkoba. This performance is sure to move and inspire.
Sunday, June 3, 3:30pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Vitamin L
Vitamin L, a well-established singing group comprised of songwriter Jan Nigro and area youth will perform a delightful concert of uplifting songs from Vitamin L's four nationally released, award winning recordings. Since 1989, Vitamin L has given over 900 performances at schools, festivals and conferences around the Northeast and beyond. An entertaining, energizing,uplifting concert!
Saturday, June 2, 12:00pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Wassa Pan Afrika Dance Ensemble
An African drumming and dance group based in Ithaca NY with members from the community. The group is led by Nana Anim from Ghana, a professional African drummer and dance instructor/performer that has performed around the world. Performing west African drumming and dance with an interactive component with the audience. Vibrant customs, songs and exotic drums.
Saturday, June 2, 4:30pm.
Bernie Milton Pavilion
Wayne Gottlieb and the No Good Doneys
The No-Good Doneys play jazz, blues and 1950 s rhythm and blues appropriate for listening and swing dance. The core of the group is Wayne Gottlieb (Guitar and vocals) and Alex Specker (guitar). The group draws inspiration from Nat King Cole, T-Bone walker, Robert Johnson, and some of the lesser well known rhythm and blues groups of the 50 s.
Sunday, June 3, 12:00pm.
Cayuga St Pavilion
Why the Wires
A jazzy 4-piece punk rock band with sax and accordion.
Saturday, June 2, 3:00pm.
Ithaca Underground Stage
Wind and Wire
Irish traditional dance music. The premier combination of pipes and fiddle. Some concertina and whistle playing as well. Not much singing, but perhaps a few semi-factual anecdotes.
Sunday, June 3, 4:00pm.
Amphitheater
WonderMonday
Local art rock trio with Zaun Marshburn.
Friday, June 1, 6:00pm.
Aurora St Pavilion
Zajal the Sugarplum Fairy--and Friends!
A combination of original storytelling, creative drama, and dance, this performance is family-oriented, with an emphasis on audience participation. A big bag of costumes and a take-away treasure related to the story will be provided.
Friday, June 1, 12:00pm.
Amphitheater
Zydeco Trail Riders
The Zydeco Trail Riders, formed in 2004, have performed predominantly in upstate New York at regional festivals and at nightclubs, wineries and eateries. Playing traditional Zydeco music from South West Louisiana, the band is led by Greg Grodem, on vocals and accordions, with Jim Reidy on guitar, Ted Oberhaus on lead guitar, Dave McLallen on bass, Tony Cotraccia on drums, and Sally Freund on rubboard.
Friday, June 1, 8:00pm.
State St Beer Garden
Ithaca Festival
