Fairs & Festivals

American Roots Ensemble takes the stage at Ohiolina

Denison's American Roots Ensemble performed multiples sets at the Ohiolina Music Festival in September.

October 8, 2021

Sydney Kistler and Ansley Maynard performing at the Ohiolina festival

Sunny Stierwood performing at the Ohiolina Festival

American Roots ensemble at the Ohiolina Festival

Adam Schlenker and Hayes Griffin performing at the Ohiolina Festival

Sydney Kistler performing at the Ohiolina Festival

Denison’s American Roots Ensemble performed multiples sets at the Ohiolina Music Festival which took place on the weekend of September 17-19, at Infirmary Mound Park in Granville.

Billed as a celebration of the music and culture of the I-77 corridor from Ohio to North Carolina, the festival featured an impressive lineup of musical talent, including Grammy® award-winning artists.

“The students had a remarkable experience. They played a set each day of the festival and attended 5 workshops. There were numerous real-world situations and perspectives for them to soak in. These are experiences that just cannot be replicated in the class/rehearsal room.”

Adam Schlenker, director of the American Roots Ensemble

Posted date: October 8, 2021

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