Bluegrass Summer Strumming Across the Country
by Cherie Yurco
According to statistics from the International Bluegrass Music Association, the popularity of bluegrass continues to bloom with new listeners and players exploring the genre each year. That’s no surprise when you consider the improvisation and originality of the music. One of the best places to sample bluegrass, or even to try playing in an informal jam session, is at bluegrass festivals. Events are held year-round in almost every part of the country. For a guide visit the website www.BluegrassFestivalGuide.com and for a year-round listing of all types of festivals and camps visit MakingMusicMag.com/camps.

Park Family Bluegrass Band

Rockin’ Acoustic Circus






