Sones de Mexico Ensemble
Traditional Mexican-American Folk
Friday, Sept. 4, 7:30-9 p.m. / Fountain Stage
Latin Grammy-nominated band is based in Chicago. Their latest release, Esta Tierra Es Tuya, has been nominated for Best Folk Album.
Friday, Sept. 4, 9:30-11 p.m. / Main Stage
She’s been called a “sensation” by Billboard magazine and “the Jimi Hendrix of the violin” by The New York Times. “She electrifies the crowd with a dazzling show of virtuoso playing” says The Irish Times. Ivers’ recording credits include over 80 contemporary and traditional albums and numerous movie scores. Her latest CD, entitled ‘Eileen Ivers & Immigrant Soul’ continues to display why Ivers is hailed as one of the great innovators and pioneers in the Celtic and World music genres.
Sat., Sept. 5, 7:30-9 p.m. / Fountain Stage
Returning to rock the WorldFest stage again this year is The Ark Band!
Sat., Sept. 5, 9:30-11 p.m. / Main Stage
WorldFest is pleased to announce the return of the Quitumbe Andean Ballet from Louisville’s Sister City of Quito, Ecuador!
Quitumbe Andean Ballet (Fri. and Sat., Sept. 4 and 5 / Fountain Stage)
Quitumbe Andean Orchestra (Fri. and Sat., Sept. 4 and 5 / Fountain Stage)