Washington, DC Folk Bands

Shenandoah Run is comprised of founder Bob Melissinos (vocals and guitar), Jill Nelson (vocals, guitar and percussion), Ben Hamblin (vocals and guitar), Renee Moyer (vocals and percussion), Leslie Smile Hoyle (vocals and...

Robert Mabe provides entertainment for dozens of weddings and private/corporate events each year. Services include: Duets to five piece bands Sound/PA operation/setup Musical planning and special requests Announcements...

The Washington D.C. Area’s Finest Celtic Musicians for your Wedding or Event Imagine shimmering Celtic melodies on flute, harp, guitar and fiddle surrounding you as you float down the aisle. The ancient airs that have a...

The Back Alley Blues Boys is a trio composed of two guitarists and a harmonica player that does acoustic, folk, rockabilly, and roots rock and roll tunes. Our music ranges from gentle acoustic songs to Delta Blues, 50s...

Carolyn was awarded the WAMMIE for the Washington, D.C. area's 2022 Best Bluegrass Artist. She is a singer/songwriter and guitarist who performs Bluegrass originals and covers as well as "grassed-up" classic rock & count...

Sweet Yonder is a fired-up, all-women, bluegrass band -- think Steel Drivers meets the Carter Family. They deliver a soulful punch in every performance with straight up instrumental attitude and truly inspiring vocal ha...

HIRE THIS BAND NOW for 2025! One of the Bash's best bands DC to NY --- reliable, professional, great client reviews! Google "THE KNUCKLE DUSTERS" for their full site. AMERICANA, OLD TIME FIDDLE, BLUEGRASS, RAGTIME, SWING...

Looking for an Irish band that knows how to get the party started? Look no further than O'McPub Band! Hailing from Hyattsville, MD, this talented Celtic band brings high energy and authentic Irish sounds to any event. Wi...

Looking for a group to provide your audiences/guests with fun, laughter, and great harmonies— Sweet Mountain Laurel is that group. Up front are three ladies who have found their harmony soulmates, blending their voices t...

Landon Lee and Lukey Dee are a duo based out of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. They love to cover all different styles of music, as well as perform original songs that they have produced. They perform as a duo and also can pro...

The Honey Badgers are a contemporary folk duo bringing their distinctive harmonies and sincere Americana sound to stages across the east coast. Weaving their voices together with Michael’s driving guitar and Erin’s wistf...

Cormorant's Fancy voted in top 20 Celtic bands of 2017, international Irish and Celtic Music Podcast! Venues and reviewers call Cormorant's Fancy "spellbinding," "with a knack for gorgeous arrangements." From tenderly pa...

AWARD-WINNING Across the Pond performs for Irish and Celtic Weddings from North Carolina to Quebec and Ontario in Canada. And they perform for Irish & Celtic festivals, European & International festivals, corporate event...

“Jack Dunlap, one of the fastest guns on mandolin (and guitar) in the greater Washington, D.C. area…” -Bluegrass Unlimited Jack Dunlap brings vibrant, custom-tailored musical experiences to weddings, corporate events,...

'Out of Time' is the only East Coast band that was friends with and understudied the number one folk group in history... The Kingston Trio. Band leader jammed with the Trio, attended Trio music camps in Phoenix with Tri...

Artie's Party will provide you with the very best in musicianship, professionalism and entertainment. Our genres stretch from blues, rock new and old. We can accommodate small or large venues, we are complete with profes...

Looking for a unique and unforgettable experience for your next event in VA? Look no further than Sans Souci Experiences! Our team specializes in creating one-of-a-kind celebrations that go above and beyond the ordinary....

The Creswell Club is a constellation of musicians who specialize in music that makes life better. We're rooted in jazz standards and music from the 1920s and 30s, but we're experts at branching out; we can play everythin...

**Please Note**: Our rates range from $300 - $8,000 per event. Poor Man's Gambit is the musical collaboration of Corey Purcell (button accordion, cittern, guitar, vocals, bodhran, dance), Federico Betti (guitar, fiddle)...

Sweet Tooth Music is New York's premier band, known for their bluesy, jazzy jukebox style. With extensive experience, they bring pizzazz and sophistication to every performance, making them the top choice for fun and upb...

The Creswell Club is a constellation of musicians who specialize in music that makes life better. We're rooted in jazz standards and music from the 1920s and 30s, but we're experts at branching out; we can play everythin...

Charlie Roman's Hot club consists of a diverse and virtuosic group of dapper jazz musicians from all over the world. The Hot Club will transport you from the smoky Parisian ballrooms of the 1930s swing era all the way to...

"Beautiful… #chills" — Ann Powers (NPR Music) "Her voice is one of a kind." — New York Theatre Guide "Like hand printed photographs that speak and sway… their material is hypnotic…" — LIZZ WRIGHT "I was mesmeri...

New York City "Youngest Musical Director of a Mariachi Band", Bachelor's Degree in Music Performance and History. We offer Quality musicians that are well studied in the art of Mariachi Music, Masters in their respect...

The New York City professional bluegrass community is made up of many freelance workers (much like the jazz community), and as such we have a fluid and vibrant group of musicians who work closely together on hundreds of...