The Virginia Folklife Program was established in 1989 as part of the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. This public program is dedicated to the documentation, presentation, and support of Virginia's rich cultural heritage.

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Best known for intensive week-long workshops that attract several hundred participants annually. Thousands more attend our public concerts, dances, and festivals. Augusta’s full-time staff, plus volunteers, seasonal staff, and work-study students, produce a great variety of quality workshops. These world-renowned workshops and festivals have brought together master artists, musicians, dancers, craftspeople, and enthusiasts of all ages

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The flagship Altman mandolin is a handmade work of art. Every mandolin is carefully crafted from the finest tonewoods. The soundboard and back are hand-tuned for maximum power and balance, resulting in a mandolin that is loud, rich, and full from bottom to top. http://www.altmanguitars.net/index.html

First Quality Music has been the leading supplier of superior instruments, parts, and accessories for nearly 40 years. We specialize in top quality musical instruments and replacement parts, including those for Gibson, Taylor, Epiphone, Martin, Ernie Ball, and Sullivan brand products.  http://www.firstqualitymusic.com/

The Virginia Folklife Program was established in 1989 as part of the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. This public program is dedicated to the documentation, presentation, and support of Virginia's rich cultural heritage.