Wild Goose Chase Cloggers

The Wild Goose Chase Cloggers characteristically get our choreography from varied sources, including social dancing outside of the group, frequently contra or square dancing. If group members think that a certain movement would have a good appearance when done by dancers in formation, then the movement might find a home in our repertoire. What makes the bulk of our work traditional in character is the type of rhythmic accompaniment expressed by the foot movements. Occasionally, we adapt tap or Irish step dancing to the clogging style, an approach that is more daring because it requires the group to change the rhythmic aspect of the foot movements. In addition to dances in formation, the group also features special dances allowing members to improvise or dance their fanciest steps.

The Little Prairie Pickers

The Little Prairie Pickers is a four-piece band performing folk, classic country, alternative bluegrass, and traditional bluegrass around Minnesota. The Little Prairie Pickers have more than a dozen original songs with more in the making. Rich vocals blend two and three-part female harmony. The band has performed at music festivals, coffee shops, block parties, bars, benefits, and family gatherings. The Little Prairie Pickers play family friendly music but like to spice it up after the kiddies head to bed.

Dick Kimmel and Co

Dick Kimmel & Co is a 5-piece bluegrass band based in southern Minnesota. Since the 1970's, Dick Kimmel's fine bands have performed throughout North America and Europe. In 2008, this band received the National Traditional Country Music Association's coveted "Rising Legend Award." Dick Kimmel & Co's traditional style of bluegrass is laced with old-time string band music, original songs that seem like classics, bluegrass gospel, and traditional country duets. The band's latest CD, entitled Dick Kimmel & Co - Dreamin' (DKC Records 2011-1) was released in May 2011.

Curtis and Loretta

Curtis & Loretta's music comes straight from the heart. The husband and wife duo's extraordinary harmonies and proficiency on a parade of stringed instruments create an alluring frame for their poignant original songs, and carefully chosen traditional pieces from the British Isles, America, and beyond. The current menagerie includes Celtic harp, mandocello, mandolin, guitars, clawhammer banjo, and National steel ukulele, plus a bit of kazoo, harmonica, and shakers.

Beg for Justice String Band

Shared gigs, leisurely outdoor jams, and garage practices brought together like minded musicians in the Spring of 2009. Summer months kept the ever forming group busy, organizing a full five piece string band. The product was Beg For Justice. Diverse musical backgrounds lead to an interesting array of acoustic music. From old time, folk, and traditional bluegrass, to Texas swing and even classic rock, Beg For Justice has developed a style of their own, focusing on strong vocals and high energy.

The members, Jeremy Peterson (mandolin, vocals), Lehi Hoehn (fiddle, vocals), Justin Gehrke (banjo, guitar, vocals), Nick Burris (guitar, vocals), and James Ihrke (bass), have been advancing and improving from the start, spreading their variety and adding original music to the set. No matter the event, Beg For Justice is ready to provide a lively presentation and leave a full sense of satisfaction.