The 2017 Julian Music Festival will celebrate its 48th anniversary on Saturday, September 16 with a diverse lineup of musical acts, announced Terry Cox Productions, the event organizer. The festival will take place from 1 to 7 p.m., (gates open at noon) on the grounds of the Menghini Winery (1150 Julian Orchards Dr.) in Julian.
This year’s festival will feature a variety of musical genres, including Americana, pop rock, Latin jazz, adult contemporary, folk, Celtic and more. Way Back Then, a trio of multi-instrumentalists, will kick-off the festival with an eclectic repertoire of folk, acoustic, traditional Americana and "usually a few slightly zany novelty tunes," according to a band spokesperson. Back from a years absence, singer-songwriter Natalie Gelman will no doubt captivate the audience with her strong smoky vocals, guitar-driven pop rock and engaging rapport. Back by popular demand, Abrakadabra, will energize the crowd with their lively fusion of Latin jazz, island, funk, reggae, pop and rock. Wrapping up the festival, Gregory Page, is slated to perform his own unique essence of folk, Celtic, American roots jazz, ragtime, swing and French Romanticism.
“The Julian Music festival is billed as an end of summer celebration with music, family and friends,” says Cox. “We work to line up musical acts that can be enjoyed by a variety of people of all ages. Mix the music with the spectacular beauty of San Diego County’s backcountry and you have a day not soon to be forgotten.” Located just three miles north of downtown Julian, the festival venue is nestled in the foothills of Volcan Mountain and is surrounded by apple orchards and Menghini Winery’s six-acre vineyard.