TheĀ NCBS National Bluegrass Stolen & Missing Instrument Page is on this website. This is a FREE Service for bothĀ theft victims andĀ used instrument buyers that provides a central reporting location for the recovery of stolen or lost bluegrass instruments. Musicians should immediately SELF POST information about stolen instruments. Instrument buyers should CHECK the page prior to purchase of any used instrument.Ā The page is searchable and links can be added to connect additional information about the instrument.
Year: 2021
NCBS Presented The 27th Annual Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival Online
TheĀ 27th Annual Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival Online was presented by the Northern California Bluegrass Society on August 8, 2020.Ā The line-up included AJ Lee & Blue Summit,Ā Goat Hill Girls,Ā Brookdale Bluegrass Band andĀ Mike Fisher & Joanne Tanner.
The virtual show replaced the in-person festival normally held at the San Benito County Historical Park in Tres Pinos.Ā
Here is the link for viewing the archived program online:
Your Suggestions Are Welcome About NCBS Bluegrass Online Programming
The Northern California Bluegrass Society is collecting ideas for online bluegrass programming fun while we all wait for future in-person gatherings after the pandemic is over.Ā Members — share your ideas: Email NCBS President Michael Hall (hallmw@gmail.com)Ā to pass on your suggestions.
The Goat Hill Girls Perform As Bluegrass Returns To The Summit House On February 6
The NCBS-Welcomed Bluegrass Series, presented by the Summit House Beer Garden & Grill, will return after a two-month Coronavirus hiatus on SATURDAY AFTERNOON beginning on February 6, 2:00-4:00pm. The Goat Hill Girls will perform.
This FREE show with limited seating is at 23123 Santa Cruz Highway, 6 miles south of Los Gatos on Highway 17. The Summit House will offer food and drinks. Dress warmly for this afternoon outdoor event.
Reservations are recommendedĀ and Strict Coronavirus Rules will be enforced.
Coming February 13 (SAT) — The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers
Northern California Bluegrass Musicians Can Be Listed To Offer Online Lessons During The Pandemic
Northern California Bluegrass Musicians can sign up to be listed in the NCBS DirectoryĀ to giveĀ Online Lessons during the panedemic. The directory is a FREE service of the Northern California Bluegrass Society. Musicians can sign up to offer lessons at <webmaster@ncbs.us>.
Students/fans can support area musicians during the Coronavirus Pandemic with these lessons.Ā Interested students can check the directory and arrange ONLINE LESSONS with their favorite musicians (the price is between teacher and student). The convenient Directory is listed under Resources in the index on the left side of this website.
Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival Group Facebook Page Hosts Area Bluegrass Bands & Musicians
The NCBS Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festivalās Facebook Group Page is the place to find great local music.
Area Bluegrass Musicians are self-posting their music for your enjoyment. For more information, contact page hostĀ Bruce Bellochio <Bbellochio@gmail.com>.
Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival Facebook Group Page
AmazonSmile Program Will Benefit NCBS/SCBS With Your Purchase
If you plan to shop on AmazonĀ during 2021, you can support local bluegrass music. Use this link:
smile.amazon.com/ch/94-2907716Ā (“Santa Cruz Bluegrass Society”)
and AmazonSmile will donate to the Northern California Bluegrass Society/Santa Cruz Bluegrass Society.
Women In Bluegrass Panel Discussion Online February 2 At 3:30pm
The Handsome Ladies (Raleigh, NC chapter) and the Pinecone — Piedmont Council of Traditional Music will present an online discussion on Women In Bluegrass on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at 3:30pm Pacific Time. The FREE panel presentation (donations accepted) features an interesting and eclectic group of experienced bluegrass performers, songwriters, and organizers. NCBS Members and their friends are encouraged to attend.
NCBS National Stolen & Missing Instrument Page Is A Free Service
TheĀ NCBS National Bluegrass Stolen & Missing Instrument Page is on this website. This is a FREE Service for bothĀ theft victims andĀ used instrument buyers that provides a central reporting location for the recovery of stolen or lost bluegrass instruments.
Musicians should immediately SELF POST information about stolen instruments. Instrument buyers should CHECK the page prior to purchase of any used instrument. The page is searchable and links can be added to connect additional information about the instrument.
One Day Reminder: IBMA Foundation Arnold Shultz Fund Applications Due On January 31st
One-Day Reminder:Ā January 31, 2021Ā is the deadline for the initial round of applications for theĀ IBMA Foundation Arnold Shultz Fund for diversity that supports bluegrass participation by people of color.
Recipients can be individuals or organizations. Shultz Fund grants can be used to support a wide range of support and outreach initiatives.Ā The NCBS is a longtime organizational member of theĀ International Bluegrass Music Association, which is affiliated with the Foundation. NCBS PresidentĀ Michael HallĀ is a member of theĀ IBMA Foundation Board of Directors.
Northern California Bluegrass Society members and their friends are encouraged to apply for this important new grant opportunity.Ā For more information about this exciting project, watch this short video: