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.
Todd Mercantile in historic downtown Todd is the place to find mountain treasures to bring home or share, yummy baked goods along with a cup of Joe, friendly folks who know the area like the back of their hand and maybe someone pickin’ a tune on the front porch or by the wood stove. Join the […]
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 […]
Madison County Arts Council had fun with a livestream from John McCutcheon last year, so we are pleased to be presenting this new version from John and his friends. This is an online format, with funds being distributed between the performers and the presenting organizations. There are different levels of support that you can offer […]
For the best Ole-Time, Bluegrass, Folk & Gospel come and bring your instrument and join right in. Doors open at 6:00 pm, music begins at 7:00 pm. See you there!
Enjoy a day immersed in beautiful harmony, great company and a homemade Dinner on the Grounds -- bring a dish to share. Quay Smathers (1913-1997), singing master and recipient of the prestigious North Carolina Folk Heritage Award, tirelessly taught shaped-note singing from Georgia to Michigan and points in between. Today, those who learned under Quay remember his quick wit, […]
