Some even sat on the counter behind the register. From there, they moved to the larger Takoma Park Cafe, and then to the even larger Unitarian Church. What we try to create is a coffeehouse atmosphere. What a lot of people like about the concerts is that you often have an opportunity to chat with the artists. Others come to learn.
Folk music is very participatory.
That's why they're there. The concert can almost become like a little mini workshop. Although the low ticket prices ensure that most concerts are well attended, there are exceptions. Eisner still has fond memories of the few but faithful fans who came out for a concert in a snow storm. The Critton Hollow Stringband made the trek from West Virginia but by show time, four inches of snow were on the ground.