GGG 2018 Memorial Day Weekend
click on a named photo below to link to their website| Our Featured performers for 2018
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A beloved statesman of a capella and songs of the British Isles, John appeared at the GGG in 1996. In addition to his solo appearances, he is widely known for his work with fellow legend Tony Barrand. | ||
Cindy and Grey are
both GGG veterans; Grey appeared with Malcom Daglish in 1983, and Cindy appeared in 1984. As a duo, their harmonies, writing, and intricate arrangements are magical. |
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Fresh from winning Ensemble of the Year at the 2017 Canadian Folk Music Awards, the duo of Amy Keeler and Lisa Bates combines artful songwriting, lovely harmonies, and fluent instrumentals. | ||
An eclectic quartet
based in Brooklyn, with influences ranging from Americana, Dixieland, and
bluegrass, featuring electric guitar, banjo, harmonica, upright bass, and
drums. |
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Friday night, after a Pot-Luck dinner- New Folks Showcase.
Performers TBA, a bunch of up-and-comers. Tradition in new hands.
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Barn Dance - Saturday night
Dance band: John Kirk, Trish Miller and Friends Caller: Trish |
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Most scheduled concerts & workshops are during the day; Sampler concert Sat. 10:25 am. Barn Dance Sat. evening.
There is jamming and informal music in the campgrounds anytime - including with featured performers. Sunday, early eve, we have an open-mic concert.
2018 Gate Prices:
- Adults (22yrs+) $65/weekend* (camping included) or $40/day
- Students (19-22yrs) $40/weekend* or $25/day
- under 19 free, with paying adult
- Evening only: $7/night.
You don't have to be a member of The Pickin' & Singin' Gatherin' (PSG) to come to the GGG. * Weekend rates include camping (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Pre-registration Discount Prices:
(deadline: Friday May 18, 2018 for mail-in)
- Adults (22yrs+) $60/weekend* $30/day
- Students (19-22yrs) $30/weekend* $18/day - younger kids free with an adult.
For a pre-registration form Bruce Pomeroy 518/355-7330 or Phil S.
(518)237-2105 - leave a message.
Or click here 
for an adobe acrobat
format pre-reg form -2018, Print it, fill out the information, and send
it via PO mail to the address indicated on the FORM, with a check made out to "The
Picking & Singing Gathering" or just "the PSG". PLEASE include a
self-addressed, stamped return envelope - for your badges.
You don't have to be a member of PSG to come to the GGG, but we hope
you will join; just indicate it on the form. You can get "Tickets" also on-line - as last year. (note older browsers may have a problem with this "tickets" link. )
* Weekend rates include camping.
Day parking is also free on the fairgrounds.
For the Friday New Folks concert or Saturday Night Dance only, a $7
donation is requested. Younger folks, 18 or unde,r are free, with paying adult!
What a deal!
For further Information send e-mail to Phil Spoor. Volunteers are needed.
Directions to Saratoga County Fairgrounds in Ballston Spa NY
- From Albany, take I-87 (the northway) to exit 12.
- Take route 67 west to the junction of route 50.
- Turn right. Go through the village of Ballston Spa (through 3 traffic lights) and make a left onto Prospect Street.
- Go up the hill to Saratoga County Fairgrounds. (Saturday morning use the alternate route, past the high school.)
From Scotia, Glenville, Burnt Hills, Charlton, Amsterdam, Saratoga
Springs, Cambridge, Glens Falls, Vermont, etc. - you must know the way
already.
see:saratogacountyfair.org for directions
Also try: MapQuest : Ballston Spa NY or 165 prospect st, ballston spa ny 12020, or Fairgrounds Ave & Prospect St,
Ballston Spa, NY or just Zip:12020 or Google_map