a commitment to moving bluegrass forward by preserving the past…

observed every October 1st

Celebrating Bluegrass through exposure, awareness and community involvement throughout the year. Preserving the historical roots of Bluegrass for future generations to see, hear and understand where Bluegrass started.

Preservation

Ensuring bluegrass traditions endure through education, archives, and storytelling
for future generations.

Inclusion

Promoting inclusion by embracing diverse backgrounds, honoring tradition, and fostering a welcoming global community.

Engagement

Honoring bluegrass’s multicultural roots while showcasing its
universal appeal and connecting fans across the globe.

Promotion

Amplifying the reach of bluegrass music, from intimate local jams to global festivals, by promoting its distinct sound.

Learn about each of the 5 main instruments used in bluegrass music. Hear the history, the sound and learn facts along the way.

5 must-see documentaries highlighting the history, culture and sound of bluegrass. See the trailers and the watch the full documentary.

Showing the talents of bluegrass players from the US, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and beyond. Part of our popular “Around the World with Bluegrass” series.

“The Story of Bluegrass: A Musical Journey Through Time“

Long before the hills of Appalachia echoed with the lively tunes of bluegrass, the seeds of this unique genre were being planted in the Old World. In the British Isles, people sang ballads that told tales of love, loss, and the rugged beauty of life. These songs, carried by the Scots-Irish and English immigrants, became the foundation for a new music that would one day bloom in the mountains of America.

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