Handmade Music School @ FloydFest 2026

Founded in 2016, the Handmade Music School is a hub for traditional music education, celebrating the region’s rich musical heritage while fostering community and creativity. Specializing in the art of handmade music, the school offers a variety of workshops, classes, camps, special events, and private lessons in traditional Appalachian instruments such as the banjo, fiddle, guitar, and mandolin. The Handmade Music School’s mission is to cultivate and strengthen community through experiences in music, dance, art, and food rooted in Appalachian traditions.