Old Town School of Folk Music

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You can hear the call of the banjos from the street outside this venerable institution, where major national and international acts such as Richard Thompson and Joan Baez play when they come to town. Old Town also hosts superb world-music shows, including every Wednesday at 8:30pm when they’re free (or a $10 donation).

Do-it-yourselfers can take guitar and other musical classes here. Note some concerts take place in Szold Hall, located across the street.


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