On Fridays the doors open to Phipps General Store for a jam session that can be one of the most lively in the region. Spectators sit and chat in benches by the old counter, or in chairs surrounding the musicians. The Phipps General Store Jam is unusual in that it is enthusiastically attended by both old-time […]
Those passing by Killough’s Music & Loan on Main Street in Marion on Saturday mornings can’t miss the music flowing through the front doors and out on to the sidewalk. We welcome anyone to bring a guitar to play or come in and listen.
One of the more quaint musical venues in the Blue Ridge region is the tiny Drexel Barber Shop in the little town of Drexel. The shop features a very informal jam session. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, around 11:00 am‚ the guys at the barber shop generally put aside their scissors‚ shears‚ and combs and grab […]
Macon County NC is a chapter of the Southeast Bluegrass Association (SEBA). Music jams are held at various locations within the Historic Cowee School. Come and bring your instrument and enjoy pickn' and grinn'. All levels of talent are invited.
There is a lot to do in Morganton and Burke County. There are great resturants, spas, shops, wineries, and lots of outdoor activities. Visit the the Discover Burke County website below, and be sure to make a day of it if when you come to a show at CoMMA! Upcoming Bluegrass & Old-Time Concerts: March […]
Celebrate Henderson County’s talented JAM kids and help raise money at another joyous community event that brings professional and regional musicians together to perform and play with our very own JAM kids and instructors. The Henderson County Jam kids program began two years ago and currently offers classes in fiddle, guitar and banjo Thursdays at […]
The Center for Appalachian Studies is excited to present a three day symposium, The Global Roots of Appalachian Mountain Dance, March 31-April 2, 2022, which is a free to attend and enjoy. On campus and in the community Thursday, March 31–Saturday, April 2, 2022 The symposium will include performances, workshops, jams, film screenings and discussion, […]
The Burnsville Town Center hosts award-winning bluegrass concerts in the Legacy Room. The 3,000 square foot space features an elevated stage, handsome interior design, and plenty of extras to customize your event. The auditorium will seat between 350-400 persons. Upcoming Bluegrass / Old Time / Gospel Bands: April 2 – An Evening of Bluegrass – Bluegrass All-Stars […]
The Vance Birthplace and the Mountain History & Culture Group will present our annual spring lecture on Saturday, April 2, 2022. We are thrilled to welcome Dr. James Owen, Assistant Professor of US History and Native American Studies at the University of Georgia and Assistant Director of UGA's Institute of Native American Studies. For this […]
The Jake Blount and Nic Gareiss concert on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 7:00 pm, is hosted in the Moore Auditorium on the campus of Mars Hill University. Jake Blount is an award-winning banjoist, fiddler, singer and ethnomusicologist. He is the 2020 recipient of the Steve Martin Banjo Prize, and a two-time winner and many-time […]
Located right below our taproom with access from both Main St. and Wall St., the Gem features Boojum beer, wine, & a full liquor bar, lots of space for hanging out, plus bar games including pool, darts, shuffleboard & foosball. The Gem is 21 & up, so leave the little ones at home or hang out […]
