Featuring :
Colcannon
One of the most notable bands around on the Australian Folk Music Scene, Colcannon makes a belated appearance at Maldon after a decade of success here and overseas
Trouble in the Kitchen
Formerly 'Cooking for Brides' this band has a new line-up with an extra ingredient or two but with the essential recipe intact. More than just pot boilers!
Inka Marka
Arguably the very best Asutralian practicioners of Andean music around. A first for Maldon and an opportunity to experience South American musical culture first hand.
Lothlorien
A band who have a reputation that goes beyond their unique musical style. Their support for sustainability of Australia may allow festivals like Maldon to clock up another 25 years.
Danny Spooner
Traditional music is very much alive and will continue to kick while Danny performs. Fortunately his enthusiasm for the quality songs of our heritage has inspired a new generation - long may they reign!
Brent Parlane Band
You will remember Brent as that relaxed, intimate singer/songwriter whose songs are etched into the memory. This year Brent brings a band that will excite more than just the grey matter!
Richard Frankland
We think Richard is one of the most powerful voices in Australian music and he's almost (given a few miles) a local! Join us to learn more about the things that matter to our country.
Jeremy Taylor
An Oxford graduate, Eton schoolmaster, humourist/singer-songwriter/satirist, storyteller and longtime partner to Spike Milligan, Jeremy Taylor is a household name in South Africa and he has the unique dual distinction of being both banned for ten years by that country's apartheid government and simultaneously blacklisted by the United Nations for having worked there! Bernard Bolan
An unforgettable experience, Bernard's songs whether humorous, ludicrous or serious are worth travelling to hear - and he is worth travelling to see!

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Also Appearing :

Fay White Backstreet Blues Band Boola Boola Caledonia Cuillins Dalriada The Ploughboys Dave de Hugard Emu Creek Bush Band Fratellini Bros Golden Fleece Martin Tucker & Andy Rigby Melanie Shanahan Shirley Power & Colin Mockett The Hooligans Bruce Watson Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club 'Skreitch' Ad Hoc Australian Fiddle School Barrie Davis Bhantre Bill Dettmer Bob Ballantyne Briagolong Brightwater

Campbell the Swaggie Castle Minstrels Central Vic. Harp Group Craig Horne Cyril Moran Dandara Duncan Brown Edmond Scott Bill & Eileen Moran Fine Fettle Geoffrey Graham Howard James Jack O'Diamonds Jeanette Gillespie Jody Galvin John Cooney Jon Madin Jonathan Ashley Judy Margaret Bradford Margaret Goff Margaret O'Connor Margaret Wade Martin Hungerford Menagerie Mick Kennedy

Wild Women Flash Maria & the Contraband Women Peter Hicks Peter O'Shea & Elliot Folvig Rhyming Slang Satch Niemiec St Kevin's Kitchen Breheny & Mezei Steve Messer's Strange Country Susan Spicer The Bruceless Brothers The Holy Rollers The Rakes The Sirens The Three Four Timers The Ugly Uncles Tunde Solanke Vince Brophy Wild Geese Graham Dodsworth Helen Wright Timberline Mountain Boys Adrian Curran & Dave Ottery Ridin' the Bar

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Special Concerts, Performances & Events

'Folk Music - A Lifestyle Choice'

This year the festival will feature a large workshoop component made possible through the generous sponsorship of 'Festivals Australia' Join some of Australia's finest musicians in workshops on Drum-making, Fiddle, Guitar, Whistle, Marimba, Gumleaf, Singing, Dance and Mouth Organ. Sit back and listen or take the plunge and join in! You may surprise yourself!

The Roddy Read Memorial Song Writing Competition
To honour the contribution of the late Roddy Read, this contest is now an integral part of the festival for both performers and patrons.
Enquiries to : Phil Young - 03 9798 8040
Arts Music Traditional Fiddle Prize
Join the contest or just enjoy the music in the surrounds of the historic Welsh Congregational Church.
Enquiries to : Paul Davies - 03 5470 5441
Musical Theatre Presentations
This year we are proud to present Shirley Power and Colin Mockett with 'Petticoat Pioneers & Difficult Women', Vince Brophy's 'Breaker Morant' and Peter Hick's tribute to 'Ewan MacColl'.
Instrument Maker's Exhibition
Come Along and view a variety of acoustic instruments in varying stages of manufacture
Friday Night at the Golf Club
Fine Music and dining featuring Dave De Hugard, Richard (Skreitch) Leitch and traditional Celtic music. Bistro meals, licenced bar with Guinness on tap.
Bookings 03 5475 2881
Dances
Start on Friday night with the Emu Creek Bush Band at the Colonial Bush Ball. The dancing continues with Irish Set Dancing workshops with Eileen Moran and culminates in a traditional Irish Ceilidh on Saturday night.
Market Day, Children's Music Circus & Guy Fawkes Celebration
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Open air market runs all day Saturday in conjunction with the Children's Music Circus. This year hosted by the unforgettable Fratellini Bros. with numerous other specialist children's entertainers. The fun continues throughout the evening with the giant bonfire and entertainment for all ages.
Music on the Steam Train
Ride the historic steam train and enjoy some fine entertainment. This year will see the introduction of a Saturday evening train ride complete with refreshments and musical performances.
Church concerts and services
Enjoy the traditional Saturday evening concert at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church and the Gospel concert on Sunday afternoon. The Sunday morning service at the Uniting Church will include renowned singers and instrumentalists.
For the Poets
Our regular contingent of poets and reciters will feature at the Yam event on Saturday afternoon at the the Blacksmith's. The Poet's Brunch on Sunday and Vintage Verse at the Wine Bar on Saturday and Monday.
Troubador Wine Bar
Sit back and enjoy premium wine, food and entertainment. You may want to stay here all weekend!
Guinness Tent
Great music from Celtic to Blues and in-between. Fully licenced and plenty of room to dance!
Tarrangower (Butts) Reserve
The main festival concert venue. An open stage in a natural amphitheatre surrounded by native bush. Camping included with festival ticket and full catering on site.
Bill Woodfull Reserve
This year a totally Celtic venue. Fully licenced venue with Guinness on tap. Family camping is available on site.
One-C-One Open Stage
The children can have fun in the playground while you lay back on the grass and enjoy some wonderful music on the outdoor stage.
Sessions
Continuous music all weekend in the pubs, cafes and gardens - truly a musician's festival.
Monday at the Maldon Hotel
Farewell another great Maldon Folk Festival with the Monday finale at the Maldon Hotel. Featuring some of our most popular festival performers.