Old-Time Rollick 2025 at the Ashokan Center

Join the incredible Emily Schaad and a powerhouse crew of musicians and dancers for a joyful weekend of jamming, learning, and community! Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned player, this weekend has something for everyone.

 Workshops & Classes in:
Fiddle, banjo, guitar, flatfooting, and singing
Special one-off presentations
A staff concert to blow your mind 
Epic Saturday night square dance 

 Jam late. Learn lots. Laugh often.�Deepen your playing, grow your repertoire, and make lifelong friends in a weekend packed with music and magic.

 2025 Staff:
Emily Schaad
Judy Hyman
Jeff Claus
Jake Blount
Emily Eagen
Will Mentor
Joseph DeJarnette
A’yen Tran

And our beloved Jambassadors:
Tyler Dezago
Becca Wintle
Sarah Gibson
Mark Wholley

 All ages. All levels. All folks welcome. Set at the beautiful Ashokan Center—come be part of the Rollick family! Sliding scale pricing available. Check out our “Pay it Forward” scholarships for gigging musicians and music teachers on our website!

 What folks are saying:
“The staff are amazing – so welcoming and accessible.”
“A beautiful, inclusive community.”
“You’ll never know how much this weekend meant musically and socially.”
“Emily broke her tunes down so clearly – loved it!”

 RSVP now, and let’s make some music together!