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Doodad Farm

Doodad Farm is dedicated to connecting musicians with music lovers and building community. Here you can feel the music, not just hear it.

Doodad Farm provides a place for our community to experience art and music in a deeply personal way. It is our belief that modern society has created artificial barriers between those who create art and those who experience it, and we seek to reverse that trend. When people come to Doodad Farm for the first time, they immediately recognize that something is different, that this is no ordinary venu

e. What they’re feeling is the love that was built into this place by volunteers, who all pitched in to make Doodad Farm happen just because they believed in the idea of it. We are not here to make a profit – we’re here to help dedicated artists bring their art to people who appreciate it, and to help those artists support themselves. We never charge for admission, because we feel that everyone should have access to art, regardless of income. We do ask for donations, of which every cent always goes to the performers. Most know Doodad Farm as a concert venue, but we’re here to support community art in every way. If you need a space for a non-profit event, like music instruction, band practice, jamming, etc., just ask and we’ll try our best to provide the space and schedule you need. If you’re doing good work, then we want to support you. We’ve worked hard to build this place, and the more it can be used for the good of the community, the better. All we ask is that you leave the place the way you found it. Doodad Farm pays its bills by renting the space out for weddings, parties, reunions and retreats. Please keep us in mind as a resource for such events. We’re only one minute from I-40 and super easy to access from anywhere in central/Piedmont North Carolina. We’re always looking for support from the community we serve. If you would like to volunteer to help with an event, or participate in one of our work days, please contact us. We often have use for building materials and landscaping materials, too. Sorry, but because we have relatively few shows a year, we can't respond to every solicitation for booking. We generally approach bands ourselves and offer them shows here. If you're interested in seeing how a bunch of energetic volunteers turned an old log to***co barn into a very cool music venue, see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AY-y3kDOTOg&feature=g-upl

08/28/2024

This Thursday (August 29), being the last Thursday of the month, is the evening for our songwriters' circle. All you have to do is come out to the farm at 7pm, look for a roughly circular arrangement of folks with instruments, and take a seat (we have plenty of chairs). Just keep in mind that we're mainly here to listen to the original songs of others (that's just math), so listen hard and join in on the discussion. When your turn comes around, share with us a song you're working on or one that you've played a thousand times.

If there are lots of songwriters here, we do ask that you keep the introductory commentary to a minimum, just so everybody gets a turn.

Bring a cooler and your favorite beverages if you want. It's a good time, and all are welcome, no matter your level.

4701 Land Road, Greensboro 27406. Call Dean at 336 260 7999 if you have questions.

08/04/2024

Sorry, but we have to CANCEL the Graymatter show this Saturday due to heath issues (though it looks like everyone's going to be fine). We will do our best to reschedule this show, because we don't want to have a year without Graymatter!

07/29/2024

We’re so proud to have recently hosted Palmyra here at Doodad Farm. They had just learned this news about the Oh Boy Recods deal, but now it’s official. They’re now on the record label that John Prine started back in 1981. How cool is that? We knew they were uniquely gifted, so it’s good to see their career blossoming. Best wishes to this awesome trio!

07/29/2024

We ran Cliff Eberhardt through the paces on Saturday, with a songwriting workshop in the afternoon and a performance that evening. Unfortunately, Louise Mosrie Coombe had a sore throat, so we missed her angelic voice, but enjoyed her accompaniment on a few of Cliff’s songs. It was a tremendous show, as expected.

Thanks to all of you who came out to the show and so generously supported Cliff and Louise!

07/24/2024

Here comes the last Thursday of the month (7/25), which is when we invite songwriters to come out and share their original songs. This isn't an open mic or an audition, so it's fine to present an incomplete song or one you're struggling with. Or you can bring an old one to share. As long as it's your own creation, we want to hear it. Whether you're a pro or just writing your first song, we welcome you here.

All you have to do is show up at 7pm with your instrument at 4701 Land Road, Greensboro 27406. We will probably assemble in the front yard or, if the weather turns ugly, inside the house.

Call/text Dean at 336 260 7999 if you have any questions or need a pep talk.

Photo by Lyndon Rego

07/08/2024

We had Palmyra scheduled for the Fall of 2022, but rain cancelled that show. Yesterday the band arrived for the show in a genuine rainstorm. We decided to push forward anyway, since the weather forecast looked promising. The rain did stop for a while, but as showtime approached, it returned. We had a meeting on the stage to decide whether to call the show, but just then cars started rolling in, so we went for it. Our crew quickly set up a bunch of canopies to keep our guests dry. After a quick sound check (and a few adjustments), Teddy, Sasha and Manoa delivered a spellbinding show that made us forget all about the weather.

Thanks to all of you who ventured out on such a sketchy day to see Palmyra. Plus, the donations were super generous, and the band sends their thanks to all of you. And of course thanks to the volunteers who also braved the weather and helped make the show happen.

07/01/2024

Here’s a sample of what Palmyra does. This is no ordinary folk trio. Check them out this Sunday (7/7) at 3pm. Link in the comments below.

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06/27/2024

Songwriters, please note that the song circle this evening will be at 6pm instead of the usual 7pm to allow some of us to watch tonight’s presidential debate at 9. Y’all are welcome to show up later than 6 and stay later than 9, but I’m sneaking off to watch the show.

We’ll meet on the main stage if we can all fit!

Dean Driver

06/25/2024

No photo or video can possibly capture the festivities at Doodad Farm for the Celebration of John Prine on Sunday.. Yes, it was hot, but those who braved the temperatures were rewarded with an afternoon of fun, live music, and community. Thanks to everyone involved, whether you helped with the planning and preparation, performed on stage, or cheered for the music of John Prine. Your donations to The Arc of High Point were greatly appreciated.

06/25/2024

Not to mix music and politics, but this Thursday (6/27) is the last Thursday of the month, the night when we do our songwriters' circle. As it turns out, it's also the evening of the presidential debate. To accommodate those who want to do both the circle and the debate, we're moving the circle earlier to 6pm, but I'm going to call it quits at 9 and watch the historic brawl. Anyone who wants to continue the circle is welcome to stay as late as you want.

If you can't make it here by 6, it's fine to come in late and find a spot in the circle.

As always, everyone is welcome to join us as we share songs we've written (or are in the process of writing). All you have to do is roll up at 6pm and join the circle. We're at 4701 Land Road, Greensboro 27406. Call Dean at 336 260 7999 if you have any questions.

06/23/2024

Yeah, it’s going to be a hot day tomorrow for our Celebration of John Prine show. To make your visit more comfortable, our volunteers assembled this mist canopy today. Plus the forecast calls for a nice 10 mph breeze all day. We have plenty of shady spots to sit, too. So come out and support The Arc of High Point while you enjoy our show!

06/20/2024

If you've never been to one of Doodad Farm's Spring Tribute/Fundraisers, here's a sneak preview from the past. See, our first tribute in 2015 was also in honor of John Prine, and it was a magnificent day of fun, friends, and live music. Some of the same performers will be here on Sunday for the new John Prine tribute, and there will be plenty of new faces, too.

We'll have food, games, an art center where you can paint your own rendition of a John Prine song, games, a misting canopy to cool off, and plenty of shady spots to set up.

This is a family friendly event. Doodad Farm is a safe place for everyone. Every dollar you donate goes to The Arc of High Point, an organization that assists disabled adults.

06/19/2024

It's time to reveal the artists who have offered their energy and talents to this year's tribute/fundraiser, in which we celebrate the life and music of John Prine. Thanks to everyone who's been working behind the scenes for months getting ready for this extravaganza. It's going to be beautifull!

The show is this Sunday, June 23, from 3pm to 8pm. Details in the comments.

Music by Barry Gray (acoustic version of “In Spite of Ourselves”).

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Greensboro, NC
27406

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It's time to reveal the artists who have offered their energy and talents to this year's tribute/fundraiser, in which we celebrate the life and music of John Prine. Thanks to everyone who's been working behind the scenes for months getting ready for this extravaganza. It's going to be beautifull! The show is this Sunday, June 23, from 3pm to 8pm. Details in the comments. Music by Barry Gray (acoustic version of “In Spite of Ourselves”).

It would have been enough to have Carrie Morgan open solo for the Burney Sisters today, since it’s been years since she graced our stage. But she pulled in her infinitely adorable three-year-old son Leo to accompany her on this little song and charmed us all.

Stellar music all night long, starting with Randy Condor Williams and ending with Magnolia Green. We’re still catching our breath! Thanks to all!

The Sound of Silence by Graymatter

A sampling of what's in store: based in Burlington, NC, here's Graymatter performing the Simon and Garfunkle hit The Sound of Silence as part of our 2020 Sound of Simon fundraiser show. How about those family harmonies?

Those Were the Days!

It'd be downright imposible to pick a favorite moment from the Doodad Farm '72 Redo.... But this one's gonna stick with me a while. A big shout out to these guys for helping make the day great!