Folk Festivals: Their Growth And How To Give Them

By Mary Master Needham

Book Overview

""Folk Festivals: Their Growth And How To Give Them"" is a comprehensive guide to organizing and hosting successful folk festivals. Written by Mary Master Needham, a renowned folklorist and festival organizer, the book delves into the history and evolution of folk festivals, their cultural significance, and the various elements that make up a successful festival. The author provides practical advice on everything from choosing a location and creating a budget, to selecting performers and vendors, and promoting the event. The book also includes case studies of successful festivals and interviews with experienced organizers, offering valuable insights and inspiration for anyone interested in organizing a folk festival. Whether you are a seasoned festival organizer or a newcomer to the world of folk festivals, this book is an essential resource for creating unforgettable cultural events that celebrate the richness and diversity of folk traditions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430450606
• ISBN13: 9781430450603
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"