Festival-goers show generosity toward band

The Sisters Folk Festival marked its 10-year anniversary with a foot-stomping performance by The Subdudes.

Two of The Subdudes performers, bass player Jimmy Messa and vocalist and guitarist Tom Malone, suffered lost or severely damaged homes due to Hurricane Katrina. Festival-goers, board members and artists opened their wallets to help the two musicians.

Approximately $1,180 dollars was raised by the Festival crowd to be donated to The Subdudes relief fund.

“It is such an honor to be a part of the Sisters and Central Oregon folk music community,” said Erin Deggendorfer, Executive Director for the festival.

“The out pouring of support is just amazing.”

For more information on the Sisters Folk Festival visit http://www.sistersfolkfestival.com or call 541-549-4979.