The Austin Friends of Traditional Music is a 501c3 that supports traditional music and dance from the many different cultures and communities found in Austin and around the world. We encourage playing, learning, dancing, and sharing our musical heritage in its many forms as they evolve with each new generation.
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Get Involved
AFTM is a totally volunteer-run organization, and we could always use help with our mission of keeping traditional music alive in central Texas!
Join the Board
There are currently three openings on our board of directors, and we are looking for passionate and committed individuals to join us in shaping the future of the AFTM. As active members of our traditional music community, we believe that your unique perspective and experience would be a valuable addition to our leadership team. Email AFTMTexas@gmail.com if you’re interested or to nominate someone!
Help with the Austin String Band Festival
Planning is underway for the 2024 Austin String Band Festival, and we could use help with key areas of the festival. Email Gary Mortensen (gary@aftm.us) if you’d like to get involved or to find out more information.
Donate & Support
Please support traditional music in Austin. You may lend your support by check, credit card, PayPal, or Venmo
Checks may be sent to…
Austin Friends of Traditional Music
P.O. Box 49608
Austin, TX 78765.
AFTM Initiatives
Austin String Band Festival
The Austin String Band Festival is in its 17th year. It is one of our major initiatives. Bringing local and national talents to a three day festival. Camping, workshops, dances, stage show, and a LOT of jamming!
AFTM Scholarships
Each year the Austin Friends of Traditional Music awards a scholarship to promising musicians and dancers, 30 years of age or younger, who wish to further their studies of old time music and dance.
We normally send our scholars to the Swannanoa Gathering’s Old-Time Music and Dance Week.
Kids in a New Groove
Kids In A New Groove (KING) combines the power of mentoring with music instruction by providing private, in-home, music instruction to Central Texas youth in foster care. Volunteers are needed! Apply here.
