Folk Festival Musician Tim Fast
Folk and Americana Singer-Songwriter for Festivals and Concert Series
Award-winning songs.Road-earned stories.A seasoned performer for audiences who still come to listen.
Tim Fast is a Minnesota-based folk festival musician who brings original songs, acoustic guitar, harmonica and genuine storytelling to stages across the United States. With more than 20 years of live performance experience and five original albums, Tim delivers polished, audience-friendly sets designed for folk festivals, concert series and songwriter events.
Minnesota-Based | Available Nationwide
A Folk Concert Performer Audiences Remember
Tim Fast creates the kind of live performance that feels personal from the first song.
His music blends contemporary folk, Americana and American roots influences with stories shaped by life, work, travel and the people he has met along the way.
Each performance combines memorable original songs with warm, natural storytelling. The result is an engaging songs-and-stories experience that works beautifully for attentive festival audiences, outdoor concert series, songwriter stages and intimate listening environments.
If you are searching for musicians for a folk festival who can connect with an audience while maintaining a simple production footprint, Tim offers an experienced and dependable choice.
Award-Winning Songwriting and Live Performance Experience
Tim brings more than two decades of original music and professional performance experience to every event.
Performance Credentials
- Great River Folk Festival Songwriting Contest Winner
- First Place, 2023 Robert Kotta Memorial Songwriting Contest
- Five albums of original folk and Americana music
- More than 20 years of songwriting and live performance
- WDVX Blue Plate Special live radio appearances
- Performances at festivals, concert series, listening rooms and music venues
“Excellent songwriter.”
James Keelaghan
“Shone in this swap.”
Adventures in Americana, reviewing the Great River Folk Festival
Live Performance Formats
Tim offers flexible performance formats that can be adapted to your schedule, stage and programming needs.
Featured Festival Set
A focused festival performance featuring original songs, engaging storytelling and audience-friendly folk and Americana material. Ideal for main stages, side stages and curated afternoon or evening programs.
Headline Concert
A complete songs-and-stories concert featuring vocals, acoustic guitar and harmonica. This format gives audiences time to connect with Tim's music, characters and road-earned stories.
Songwriter in the Round
An adaptable format for songwriter stages, collaborative festival bills, interview-style programs and in-the-round performances with other artists.
What Festival and Concert Programmers Get
Booking Tim Fast provides a professional, straightforward experience from the initial inquiry through the final song.
- Solo performer with a low-production footprint
- Flexible 45 to 90 minute performance formats
- Original folk and Americana music
- Professional advance communication
- Clear technical and scheduling coordination
- Tour-ready performance setup
- Minnesota-based artist available nationwide
- Promotional photos, biography and EPK materials
- A seasoned performer who respects the audience, venue and event schedule
A Simple, Production-Friendly Performance
Tim performs as a solo folk and Americana artist with vocals, acoustic guitar and harmonica. His streamlined setup makes him a strong fit for festivals and concert series seeking memorable live music without the technical requirements of a full band.
Tim can work with standard festival sound systems and coordinate directly with your production team before the event. Technical requirements, arrival details and promotional materials are provided during the advance process.
Book a Folk Singer for Your Next Event
Tim Fast is available for:
- Folk music festivals
- Americana and roots music festivals
- Outdoor concert series
- Performing arts series
- Songwriter festivals
- Songwriter showcases
- Community arts events
- Cultural festivals
- Listening rooms
- House concert series
- Winery and brewery concert programs
- Library and community center concerts
- College and university events
- Private cultural events
Festival and Concert Series Pricing
Final pricing is based on the performance format, event schedule, location, travel requirements and any additional promotional or production needs.
Travel and accommodations are quoted separately.
Festivals and Concert Series
Performances Starting at $1,000Contact Tim for availability and a proposal tailored to your event.
Why Book Tim Fast?
Festival audiences want more than background music. They want a performer who can earn their attention, invite them into a story and leave them with songs they will remember after the event ends.
Tim combines award-winning songwriting, decades of experience and an approachable stage presence into a performance that feels authentic, polished and distinctly human. His music is especially well suited for festivals and concert series built around listening, storytelling and meaningful audience connection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tim Fast available for folk festivals outside Minnesota?
Yes. Tim Fast is based in Minnesota and available for folk festivals, concert series and songwriter events throughout the continental United States.
How long is a typical festival performance?
Tim offers flexible sets ranging from 45 to 90 minutes. Options include a featured festival set, a headline concert and songwriter in-the-round appearances.
Does Tim perform solo or with a band?
Tim is available as a solo folk and Americana performer featuring vocals, acoustic guitar and harmonica. This provides a professional live experience with a simple, low-production setup.
What type of music does Tim perform?
Tim performs original folk and Americana music rooted in acoustic songwriting, American roots traditions and narrative storytelling.
How much does it cost to book Tim Fast?
Festival and concert series performances start at $1,000. Travel and accommodations are quoted separately. Final pricing depends on location, performance length and event requirements.
Does Tim provide promotional and technical materials?
Yes. Tim can provide professional photography, biography copy, performance information, stage requirements and downloadable EPK materials to support your event promotion and production planning.
Bring Award-Winning Folk and Americana Music to Your Stage
Award-winning songs.Road-earned stories.A seasoned performer for audiences who still come to listen.
Contact Tim Fast to discuss your festival, concert series or songwriter event.
- Phone: 952-393-4474
- Email: timfastmusic@gmail.com
- Website: TIMFAST.COM
- Social: @TIMFASTMUSIC
Based in Minnesota | Available Nationwide