The "Coolest Thing That Happens in Parkersburg" for the Past 22 Years.

Friday, June 15th, 8:15 pm

​Swift Technique, Philadelphia’s fiery funk extravaganza, is sprinting into its tenth year at full speed! The band’s unique blend of funk, soul, rock, hip-hop and relentless showmanship has propelled the group into their most successful period to date. Featuring the powerhouse vocals of Chelsea ViaCava, the band has released two new music videos for their singles “Lucky Bump” and “Reason to Be.” With bombastic horns, thunderous bass and drums, driving guitar and keys, and more dance moves than you can shake a booty at, Swift Tech’s live performances are unmatched in energy, musicianship and pure feel-good fun. And with a recent appearance on the award-winning Netflix series, Orange is the New Black, the group is commanding national attention.

After forming in 2007, Swift Technique has steadily toured, performed, and recorded all over the country. The band’s sound has evolved at every step, with the members constantly pushing their performing and musical limits. 

For Swift Technique, every show is the craziest basement party you’ve ever been to. Representing Philadelphia in the funkiest way possible, Swift’s mission is to get you grooving, get you grinning, and fill you with the positive energy that the world so sorely needs. Come out and see what thousands of satisfied funksters across the US have already experienced. With the hype around Swift Technique building at lightning speed, look for these gritty groove masters to take large leaps forward in the coming year! 

Saturday, June 16th, 11:30 am- 12:30 pm
The WV Highland Dancers is a competitive Scottish Highland dance group based in Elkins, WV. The group is directed by Katy Dillon who received her Member's level certification in 2001 from the British Association of Teachers of Dancing. 

Saturday, June 16th, 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Folk musical artists Corey Shields, Jesse Forrest and Traci Goode make up this Parkersburg, WV groovy rock group. 

Saturday, June 16th, 4:05 - 4:30 pm

Anastasia is from Columbus, Ohio, born and raised by Middle  Eastern entertainers. She was the featured performer at Mykonos Taverna for 8 years doing 4 shows every week from opening to closing weekend. She currently performs monthly at Kan Zaman in  Cleveland, Ohio. Her passion for bellydance carries her across the U.S. performing for any and all occasions and venues. 

Saturday, June 16th, 6:00 - 6:30 pm

The Kenya Safari Acrobats have redefined the perception of African Acrobats.  The Acrobats offer a truly unique cultural experience. Hailing from the heart of Africa, this awe-inspiring and dynamic dance troupe takes acrobatics to exhilarating extremes. The group members learned acrobatics as children on the beaches of Kenya, as a means to break free from an impoverished country. Now they serve as artistic ambassadors for Kenya as they travel the globe, entertaining and inspiring audiences of all ages. They perform a non-stop ride of gravity-defying human pyramids, balancing, tumbling, limbo dancing, hurling through hoops and breathtaking contortions, all while clapping to a joyful Benga beat. Combining artistry with humor and playfulness, these gymnasts are a huge crowd pleaser. A unique and eye-popping blend of traditional arts and circus skills in classic African style, this show will leave your audience on their feet and filled with a wondrous sense of awe and amazement.

Saturday, June 16th, 8:30 - 10:00 pm

Appalatin’s foot-stomping, hip-swinging sounds organically unite Appalachian folk and high-energy Latin music. The name, Appalatin, reflects the unexpected meeting in Louisville, KY of Kentucky-raised musicians and masterful Latin émigrés from Ecuador, Nicaragua, and Guatemala. Their all-acoustic performances of traditional stings of guitar, mandolin, upright bass, and charango, indigenous Andean flutes, hand percussion, harmonica and vocal harmonies have brought joy and happiness to listeners of all ages. 

Sunday, June 17th, 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Shayar (Lenval Jarrett) was born in Ocho Rios, St. Ann Parish, Jamaica in 1956. He had a natural inclination towards music and his bass-playing father was one of his greatest influences. Shayar began piano lessons in primary school. At age 12, Shayar convinced his father to buy him a guitar. He soon knew music would be his career. In high school, Shayar played in a band that worked the hotel circuit along the north coast of Ocho Rios.

When Shayar was 19, the famous Jamaican producer Jack Ruby introduced him to Reggae Superstar and Grammy-winner Burning Spear. In 1984, he moved to Brooklyn, NY and formed Crucial Force. In 1998, Shayar moved to the mountains of Beckley, WV – where the natural beauty is akin to that of Jamaica – and continued with a new iteration of the band, Krooshal Force.

Sunday, June 17th, 4:30 - 6:00 pm

Parkersburg High School ‘89 alumni Brady Young has played music professionally everywhere from San Francisco to Nashville, toured the blues circuit in the south and Florida, produced two of his own CD’s, and is now living and playing music back in the MOV. A well rounded musician, Brady is just as comfortable singing original acoustic tunes, playing as a side musician, playing lead guitar w his jam funk band (Brady Young Band) or playing bass - leading the Brady Young Jazz Quartet. Closing out this year’s festival, the BYJQ celebrates the fire and beauty of swing and latin jazz, and features an experienced and talented group of musicians from Ohio University, the mid Ohio Valley as well as Chicago.