2013 Folk Alliance Conference in Toronto (Feb. 20-24, 2013)

February 20-24, 2013 - Delta Chelsea Hotel - Toronto Ontario Canada  Showcase entry and early registration begins July 1, 2012.

The International Folk Alliance conference is an annual event that draws together music industry professionals from throughout  the world to share ideas, network, and celebrate traditional music and dance.  It is an event of celebration, education, and entertainment.   Held over five days, the Conference includes:

• Keynote Speaker: Canadian Music Industry Legend Bernie Finkelstein
• Over 1750 registered attendees
• Over 50 workshops, panel discussions, and peer group meetings that address critical issues relating to presenting, promoting, and preserving folk and traditional music and dance.
• 100+ industry exhibitors
• Special events, such as the Folk Music & Business Awards, Lifetime Achievement Awards, networking receptions, official Performance Alley and private showcase performances, feature shows, exhibit hall, block booking sessions, Memphis Tours, community outreach concerts, etc.
• 200 official juried performances (Performance Alley)
• 300+ unofficial private showcases