“Karfluki Fest 2008”
The Third Annual Tempest Festival of Arts & Music
Now Extended to Two Days!
Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Tempest with Expanded Line-Ups!
Including Those Darn Accordions, Tom Rigney & Flambeau, Fishtank Ensemble,Incendio, Plasterkatz, Anderson Family Bluegrass Band and so much more
OAKLAND, Calif. — Tuesday, March 12, 2008 — Tempest, America’s premier Celtic folk-rock band is pleased to announce the third annual Karfluki Fest - an Arts and Music Festival featuring Tempest, both in its current incarnation and with a reunion of members past and present to celebrate their 20th
Anniversary, as well as an incredible line-up of artists.
This two-day event will take place on Saturday, May 3rd from noon to 10pm, and Sunday May 4th from noon to 6 pm at Auburn Gold Country Fairground.
Accessible yet eclectic this is one of the fastest growing music festivals in Northern California. Now in it’s third year, Karfluki Fest, is a terrific event for families and friends alike including fantastic food, fun, and activities for kids of all ages.
“Karfluki” refers to a popular tune in Tempest’s repertoire and translates to something like “big fun” and “off the wall.” It is an apt phrase to describe the variety of acts and activities taking place at the event, organized by Tempest lead singer, mandolinist, and founder Lief Sorbye. “This year is our twentieth year together as a band and we have created an exciting 20th Anniversary Show just for Karfluki Fest.” said Sorbye. “This will be a very special concert featuring four key lineups of the band together in one spectacular performance: Tempest Through The Ages, spiced up with Dancers, jugglers, Fire and Mayhem!”
Karfluki Fest 2008 will also feature the following performers:
• Those Darn Accorions — Squeezebox Rock
• Tom Rigney & Flambeau — Cajun and New Orleans Grooves
• Fishtank Ensemble — Back from last year by popular demand! Cross-pollinated Gypsy Music
• Incendio — Latin Guitar World Fusion
• Anderson Family Blugrass Band — An all ages six-member traditional Blue Grass delight.
• Plasterkatz — Local Showcase, a new festival feature dedicated to showcasing local talent!
Other festival highlights and activities include:
• Trey Cromwell, Magic, Juggling and more!
• Sierra Spiral Dancers, a dazzling belly dance troupe
• Rick O’Shay’s Juggling School and other activities for kids
• Reel Step Sisters, getting jiggy with the jigÖ
• Controlled Burn, fire performance troupe
• Perky pipers and fascinating arts and crafts
• Outstanding foods, fine wines, and premium beer
Location:
Auburn Gold Country Fairground: 1273 High Street in Auburn, CA.
Karfluki Fest takes place rain or shine.
Tickets:
Two Day Pass $38
Saturday Addmission $25
Sunday Admission $20, (kids under 12 free with guardians).
Tickets and complete festival details at:
http://www.karflukifest.com and at the Live {mosimage}{mosimage}Music Center at (707) 448-1511
