June 20: Ferguson & Northup

Ferguson and Northup are an acoustic duo from the mountains of North Carolina. Andy Ferguson (Marion, NC) is a talented singer, songwriter, acoustic guitarist and sound engineer. Jo Northup (Spruce Pine, NC) is a classical flutist, songwriter and vocalist. Their rich harmonies blend together seamlessly and their instrumentation is unusual in the folk duo world. They perform a variety of acoustic music that includes covers of folk favorites by songwriters such as John Prine, James Taylor, Bob Dylan and others. Andy and Jo also play traditional music that includes selections such as Danny Boy, Wayfaring Stranger, Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies and Shady Grove. With Andy’s background in lead guitar picking as well as formal music training, and Jo’s years of classical training, orchestral experience and performing with Dulcimer Dan and the Blue Skies Band, they enjoy adding upbeat, lightening-fast fiddle tunes that gets everyone’s feet tapping!

The Orchard Music Program offers live, traditional music in support of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history, heritage, and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about the Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carried forward with future generations.