For half a century, this Texas-based, internationally known event has connected folk artists with an appreciative audience. It has become an inspiration to hundreds of songwriters, a musical oasis for thousands of dedicated fans who call themselves “Kerrverts.”
On closing night performers, staff, and audience members swarm onstage for the festival anthem, "Heal
in the Wisdom," written by Bobby Bridger (Photo by Ken Schmidt)
Web Pages
History of New Folk songwriters' competition including a complete list of finalists and winners
Books
Music from the Heart
By Rod Kennedy, Kerrville Folk Festival Founder and Producer
Eakin Press
Hot Jams & Cold Showers by Dyanne Fry Cortez
Dos Puertas Publishing
It Can Be This Way Always: Images from the Kerrville Folk Festival
Photography by David Johnson
University of Texas Press
Uncurtailed KerrTales
A collection of memories written by Quiet Valley Ranch campers in commemoration of the festival's 50th anniversary year. Compiled and edited by Brian Cutean
Come and Get It! Official Camp Cookbook
Compiled by Catherine Espy of Camp Inertia
Ranch Brown and Other Colors
A Kerr-themed coloring and activity book for camp kids of all ages