Eight Week Reminder: Band Applications for the Northern California Bluegrass Society’s Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival, August 8-11, 2019, are due on DECEMBER 31, 2018.
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Two Month Reminder: 26th Annual Good Old Fashioned Band Applications Due On December 31
Two Month Reminder: Main Stage Band Applications for the 26th Annual NCBS Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival, August 8-11, 2019, are DUE ON DECEMBER 31, 2018.
2019 Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival Application For Main Stage Bands — Due December 31, 2018
* Deadline for Band Applications*
Deadline for Band Applications for the 2019 GOF is December 31st, 2018
It’s that time again! Any band interested in performing at the 2019 Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival at the San Benito County Historical Park in Tres Pinos near Hollister (the Bands will perform August 9th, 10th or 11th) needs to submit the following materials and information by December 31st, 2018 to:
NCBS
c/o Michael Hall
274 Redwood Shores Parkway #518
Redwood City, California 94065
- Band Recording: Ideally the recording (CD or cassette) please no DVD’s, should have at least five songs and represent the current membership and performance style of the band. It doesn’t have to be quality- just clear enough for the band committee to make a good and fair evaluation.
- Band Photo: Prior to the festival we feature photos of performing bands both in this magazine and in promotional materials. Please submit a photo of your current band that you’d like to see in publication (and indicate who is who on the back of the photo). Avoid dark photos that don’t scan very well. Photo size is not that important.
- Band Description: Pretend you’re a reporter for this magazine who is doing an article on your Band , and write a few paragraphs describing your group. Some important information you might provide in your description includes:
. Names of band members and instruments they play, vocals (leads or harmonies.)
. Style of music you play (traditional bluegrass, old timey, contemporary, originals, etc.)
. Brief biographical “story” of each member
. History of your band
. How you came up with your band name
. Recordings you’ve done (don’t worry, most bands at GOF haven’t recorded yet)
. Interesting places at which you’ve performed
. Regular gigs you’d like readers to know about
Both the GOF committee and this magazine will use these materials to help promote the festival and your band. We aren’t expecting fancy layouts or custom-printed materials – a simple letter is just fine.
- Contact Person: We need the name, phone number, mailing address (and ideally e-mail address) of the band’s “agent” or key contact person.
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- When you can Perform: Please let us know which days your band can perform at the festival.
Please check all that apply:
___ Friday August 9th (music from 3 pm – 10 pm)
___ Saturday August 10th (music from 10 am – 10 pm)
___ Sunday August 11th (music from 10 am – 5:00 pm)
Remember the music begins at 3:00 pm on Friday.
Comments:
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The more flexible your band is for scheduling the greater your chance of being booked.
Some frequently asked questions:
Can our band use previously submitted or published materials?
All bands MUST submit a recording, photo, and band description, BUT you can certainly use previous tapes, photos, and band descriptions if they accurately reflect your current band membership, performance level, and information. We’d prefer a new set of materials though, since last year’s band applications/press kits may not be complete anymore. Please call Mike Hall at (650-218-9845) if you have any questions. Or email Mike Hall hallmw@gmail.com.
Are New Bands Welcome?
Definitely! The band committee is always looking for new bands to feature at the festival. The GOF was started mainly to give up-and-coming local bands a venue to perform for a larger bluegrass audience.
We’re an established local band and have played at GOF several times–do we still need to send in an application?
YES! To be fair to everyone, all bands need to apply by the deadline to be considered by the festival committee. If all of the Band members are the same and you wish to use a previous year’s band packet, please call or e-mail Mike Hall before the deadline.
Questions:
If you have any questions about the band application process, please contact Mike Hall at (650-218-9845) email hallmw@gmail.com.
Late Applications:
When we receive the Band packets we work very quickly to get a lineup for publication. Bands that apply late may be put on a waiting list.
Thanks!
26th Annual NCBS Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival Set For August 8-11, 2019
The 26th Annual Northern California Bluegrass Society Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival is set for August 8-11, 2019 at the San Benito County Historical Park in Tres Pinos.
Sunday At The Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival
SUNDAY, August 12
Main Stage
10:00am — Dark Hollow (Gospel Plus)
11:00 — North Country Blue
12:00 — Bodie 601 Band
12:45pm — (Lunch Break)
1:15 — Kids On Stage
2:15 — GrassKickers
3:15 — High Water Line
4:15 — Stoney Mountain Ramblers
The Northern California Bluegrass Society’s 25th Annual Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival runs August 9-12, 2018 at the San Benito County Historical Park in Tres Pinos (7 miles south of Hollister).
Saturday At The Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival
SATURDAY, August 11
Main Stage
10:00am — Jubilee
11:00 — The Hossettes
Noon — Rogue River
1:00pm — (Workshop/Lunch Break)
2:00 — Lucky Drive Bluegrass Band
3:00 — Brookdale Bluegrass Band
4:00 — The Quitters
5:00 — (Workshop/Dinner Break)
6:00 — The Jones Gang
7:00 — Highway One
8:00 — Sidesaddle & Co
9:00 — Bean Creek
Dance Hall Stage
10:30pm – The Town Howlers
The Northern California Bluegrass Society’s 25th Annual Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival runs August 9-12, 2018 at the San Benito County Historical Park in Tres Pinos (7 miles south of Hollister).
Friday At The Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival
FRIDAY, August 10
First Stage
11:00am — Sail Away Ladies
Noon — Delia’s Ghost
12:50pm — Pick-A Boo
1:10 — New California Line
2:00pm – Erin Inglish
Main Stage
3:00pm — Wildcat Mountain Ramblers
4:00 — Red Dog Ash
5:00 — (Dinner Break/Tours)
6:00 — Faux Renwah
7:00 — Goat Hill Girls
8:00 — Snap Jackson & The Knock On Wood Players
9:00 — Blue Summit
Dance Hall Stage
10:30pm – Loganville
The Northern California Bluegrass Society’s 25th Annual Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival runs August 9-12, 2018 at the San Benito County Historical Park in Tres Pinos (7 miles south of Hollister).
All You Need To Know To Go To The 25th Annual Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival This Weekend
THIS FESTIVAL IS NOW 25 YEARS OF GOOD OLD FASHIONED FUN: The Northern California Bluegrass Society’s Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival is fun, relaxed, and close-to home. This weekend’s Thursday-Sunday gathering features great California bluegrass bands on the main stage and many more bands on the ‘tweener stage. The brand new Late Night Stage kicks off in the Dance Hall on Friday & Saturday nights. Plus, the First Stage beginning at 11:00am on Friday will feature even more exciting bands in the San Benito County Historical Park’s Historical Village.
The GOF offers flushy restrooms, hot showers, shade in the audience area, a low-power broadcast of the stage to the camp, excellent sound, tent & RV camping, children’s activities, a raffle, the NCBS election, food and craft vendors, nominations for the Northern California Bluegrass Awards, and easy handicapped access, along with plenty of fun jamming! The GOF is a benefit for the NCBS and helps the Society’s volunteers provide services to area bluegrass community all year long.
The San Benito County Historical Park is set in a beautiful valley of ranches and vineyards. The park has upgraded some facilities since of our first year and features a lovely historical village that is perfect for jamming. There are gorgeous views of the hills.
The Historical Park at 8300 Airline Highway, Tres Pinos is next to Bolado Park, 7 miles south of Hollister.
TICKETS: There will be plenty of tickets at the gate.
Gate Prices:
3-Day Adult $110
2-Day 85
1-Day Sat. 55
1-Day Fri or Sun 45
Youths (Ages 13-17) – above prices discounted to $65/50/35/30
Seniors (65 & above) – above prices discounted to $100/80/50/40
Children (12 & under) – FREE
Thursday Ticket $15. Gates open at NOON on Thursday.
CAMPING: Camping is FREE with all multi-day tickets. The water is the same as at Bolado Park, so bring water for drinking & cooking purposes. No RV hook-ups this year. If hook-ups are needed, they are available next door at Bolado Park, but a vehicle will be needed. Walking from Bolado Park to the Historical Park on the highway is not advised.
MUSIC SCHEDULE:
There are no stage performances on Thursday afternoon, which is reserved for jamming and socializing.
(The ‘Tweener Stage alternates with the Main Stage.)
FRIDAY, August 10
First Stage
11:00am — Sail Away Ladies
Noon — Delia’s Ghost
12:50pm — Pick-A Boo
1:10 — New California Line
2:00pm – Erin Inglish
Main Stage
3:00pm — Wildcat Mountain Ramblers
4:00 — Red Dog Ash
5:00 — (Dinner Break/Tours)
6:00 — Faux Renwah
7:00 — Goat Hill Girls
8:00 — Snap Jackson & The Knock On Wood Players
9:00 — Blue Summit
Dance Hall Stage
10:30pm – Loganville
SATURDAY, August 11
Main Stage
10:00am — Jubilee
11:00 — The Hossettes
Noon — Rogue River
1:00pm — (Workshop/Lunch Break)
2:00 — Lucky Drive Bluegrass Band
3:00 — Brookdale Bluegrass Band
4:00 — The Quitters
5:00 — (Workshop/Dinner Break)
6:00 — The Jones Gang
7:00 — Highway One
8:00 — Sidesaddle & Co
9:00 — Bean Creek
Dance Hall Stage
10:30pm – The Town Howlers
SUNDAY, August 12
Main Stage
10:00am — Dark Hollow (Gospel Plus)
11:00 — North Country Blue
12:00 — Bodie 601 Band
12:45pm — (Lunch Break)
1:15 — Kids On Stage
2:15 — GrassKickers
3:15 — High Water Line
4:15 — Stoney Mountain Ramblers
OTHER FUN: Take a tour of the historical village. Plus take atour of the earthquake-driven landform that makes up the area.
DIRECTIONS:
>From The Bay Area:
South on Highway 101 to just past Gilroy.
Exit right, then left over bridge on Highway 25 and go
southeast towards Hollister.
(Follow signs to Pinnacles National Park.)
Go through Hollister, then continue south on 25.
>From The Central Valley:
Exit I-5 at Highway 152 (Pacheco Pass) and go west
towards Gilroy.
Turn left on Highway 156 just past Casa de Fruta and go
south towards Hollister.
Go through Hollister, then continue south on Highway 25.
>From The Central Coast:
Take either Highway 101 (or Highway 1 to Highway 129 to 101)
north & east towards San Juan Bautista.
Turn on Highway 156 near San Juan Bautista and go east towards
Hollister.
Go through Hollister, then continue south on Highway 25.
>FROM HOLLISTER:
Drive south on Highway 25, following signs to the Pinnacles and Bolado Park
The San Benito County Historical Park is 7 miles south of Hollister on Highway 25 (and 2 miles south of the town of Tres Pinos).
Turn right and go over the bridge into the park.
Gas stations, food stores, etc. are plentiful in Hollister and limited in Tres Pinos.
PETS: DOGS ARE ALLOWED, but must remain in the designated Dog Camping Area.
CAMP BROADCAST: KGOF will provide a low-power broadcast of the stage to the camp on your FM radio.
WEATHER: Sunny & beautiful. Thursday: High 95, Low 63. Friday: High 92 Low 59. Saturday: High 87, Low 56. Sunday: High 84, Low 55. We don’t know what to expect about blowing smoke from fires elsewhere in the state. At press time, our festival location is just about the only place in California with clean air, but winds could change direction over the weekend.
SEE YOU AT THE 25th ANNUAL FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND! And remember, all of your friends will be there!
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It’s Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival Time In California!
The historic 25th Annual Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival starts tomorrow!
There will be plenty of tickets at the gate.
See you there!
Red Dog Ash To Play At The GOF Bluegrass Festival This Weekend In Tres Pinos
The 25th Annual Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival will present Red Dog Ash (Central Valley) at the San Benito County Historical Park in Tres Pinos on August 9-12.
The fun, friendly gathering of top California bluegrass bands is this weekend and benefits the Northern California Bluegrass Society.
There will be plenty of tickets available at the gate and tickets are also available on this website.
Gates Open at Noon On Thursday, August 9 — NO early admissions.
