Slyots of KSP-South are held twice a year, and organizers try very hard to make everyone feel welcome, even those whose song selection varies slightly from the traditional KSP style. By bringing together the Russian speaking community, KSP-South not only allows them to experience their culture, but also expose their spouses, children and friends to this beautiful Russian tradition.

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Next KSP Song Festival will take place Spring 2007, April 20-23.

Where:
For the seventh time we are being welcomed by the Alabama-Coushatta tribe at their wonderful campground near Livingston, TX. It is located off US-190E, about 70 miles (from downtown) north of Houston (via I-59). As always we will be occupying the Section D. Amenities include: public bathrooms and showers, Laundromat is within 3 minute drive, fire rings and charcoal grills, water, also volleyball field, covered pavilion and a playground next to the beautiful lake in the pine forest.

How much:
Tickets are $20 per person. This includes camping in the section D of the campground and participation in the festival. Price is the same for those camping both nights, only one night, or not camping at all, therefore we recommend that you take advantage of all activities at the festival. Children 15 and under do not need a ticket. Please have cash with you as we do not accept checks or credit cards.

What:
Friday is the "move-in" day. After most people settle in, there will be a Guest Concert at 9PM where participants can listen to the singing poetry of the invited guests from far away states. On Saturday morning people who arrived the night before enjoy the outdoors and meet their neighbors, as others continue arriving. Children’s Camp opens at noon offering fun active games. At 1PM adults are invited to participate in a friendly volleyball tournament or to play chess, checkers and dominoes in the pavilion. The Children's Concert begins at 3PM where young talents get a chance to sing for us. At 5PM we begin the main attraction of the festival, The Concert. If you are interested in performing, please contact Gennady Gololobov (281-813-5142). It will consist of 2 parts with a break for dinner from 7PM to 8PM, and will last approximately till 10PM. A lottery of the festival tickets will be held at the beginning of the second part of the concert (winner must be present to collect the prize). After the concert everyone is invited to join the circle of friends around the campfires for more songs. There will be marked (on the map) locations as well as those that appear unplanned but nevertheless very much appreciated. Sunday is the "move-out" day, as people exchange contact information and sing last few songs before leaving the festival.

What to bring:
1. Folding chairs or mats for the concerts.
2. Camping equipment: tents, mattresses, sleeping bags, pots and pans, flashlights, lanterns, charcoal, plates, cups and utensils.
3. Food and drinks. Warning: Lake Tombigbee is located in Dry County, so liquor stores (including stores selling beer) are far away from the campground.
4. Most importantly, SONGS, GUITARS and other musical instruments.

How:
No registration is required. Tickets will be sold at the gate. It is recommended, however, to groups of 3+ tents to make a reservation. To do so, please send the name of your group, expected number of people/tents and the preferred location (quiet/singing zone) to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . Non-Russian speakers are invited to join the International campsite. Just email us or simply mention at the gate that you prefer to camp there (space is limited). You can contact our hosts at (800) 926-9038, but DO NOT try to make reservations with them as we have pre-purchased the entire section.

Rules:
1 Dogs must be ALWAYS leashed or tied off. No dogs near the stage.
2 Sheriff will be called after the second warning.
3 Speed limit on the campground is 20MPH
4 Parents are asked to keep the children away from the stage during The Concert
5 No swimming after 8PM
6 No stereos, karaoke equipment, or amplifiers of any kind will be allowed.
7 Please take all glass containers with you when leaving the festival.
8 Please leave your campsite clean.

Directions:
Houston:Take US-59 N. Exit "Livingston/Woodville" (67 miles from 610 loop), turn right on US-190. Drive through the town. About 3 miles further you will see the entrance to Alabama-Coushatta campgrounds (Park Road 56). Driving time from the center of the city is 1 hour 45 min.
Dallas:Take I-45 S. Exit US-190E exit 116 (168 miles from US75S), turn left on US-190 and drive 44 miles to Livingston, TX. Drive through the town. About 3 miles further you will see the entrance to Alabama-Coushatta campgrounds (Park Road 56). Driving time from the center of the city is less 4 hours.
San Antonio:Take I-10 to Houston (188 miles), then US-59 N. Exit "Livingston/Woodville" (67 miles from 610 loop), turn right on US-190. Drive through the town. About 3 miles further you will see the entrance to Alabama-Coushatta campgrounds (Park Road 56). Driving time from the center of the city is 4.5 hours.
Austin: Take TX 71 E (84 miles), then I-10 E to Houston (66 miles), then US-59 N. Exit "Livingston/Woodville" (67 miles from 610 loop), turn right on US-190. Drive through the town. About 3 miles further you will see the entrance to Alabama-Coushatta campgrounds (Park Road 56). Driving time from the center of the city is 4.5 hours.
Brian:Take TX-21 E (37 miles), then right on I-45 S. Exit US-190E exit 116 (26 miles from TX-21), turn left on US-190 and drive 44 miles to Livingston, TX. Drive through the town. About 3 miles further you will see the entrance to Alabama-Coushatta campgrounds (Park Road 56). Driving time from the center of the city is less 2.5 hours.