Published by: Seven Mountains Bluegrass Association, Inc.
Volume 14 April / May / June 2018 Issue 2
Concerts at Goodwill Firehouse—South Queen Street, York PA
Dave Adkins Flatt Lonesome
March 31 April 14
Kevin Prater Band
May 12
Member Mission Statement
The purpose of the SMBA is to preserve, promote, and enjoy bluegrass music and to bring the music to an ever-increasing number of people. © Page 1
• ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS - $12 per family
• MONTHLY SHOWS GOODWILL FIRE HALL, YORK, PA - 2nd Saturday of each month - October thru May (Unless otherwise listed) - Discounted tickets for members
• MONTHLY JAM SESSIONS - Young’s UMC 7075 Wertzville Rd, Mech. PA - 3rd Sunday of every month - Microphones are provided - Visitors & musicians of all skill levels are welcome - Beginner and Advanced jam rooms available
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• PROMOTIONAL OUTLET for bands and promoters • BLUEGRASS LIBRARY - Instructional materials • EDUCATIONAL MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS • QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER TABLE OF CONTENTS Page #
- Inside the SMBA 2 - President’s Message 3-6 - Officers /Board of Trustees 4 - SMBA Scholarships 4 - SMBA 2017-2018 Concert Series 5 - SMBA Scholarship Application 7 Beginner and Advanced Jam rooms available - Band Bios 8-9 - Don’t Give Your Heart To A Rambler 10 - Upcoming Events 11 - SMBA Member Bluegrass Bands 12 - Instruments For Sale 12 - Bluegrass Radio 13 Young’s UMC - Music Lesson & Instrument Repair 14 - Jams 15-16 7075 Wertzville Rd. - Membership Invitation 17 Mechanicsburg, PA OFFICERS (2017) Dick Beckley President (717)-395-7128 (717) 766-4424 Sue McKinsey Vice President (717) 244-4428 Jean Snyder Treasurer/Membership (717) 957-4609 Ruth Ann Berney Recording Secretary (717) 979-3373
BOARD OF TRUSTEES Bob Bishard Librarian/Jams Chair/ (717) 957-4349 Parliamentarian Bill Coleman (717) 308-0752 Seven Mountains Bluegrass Association “Hornpipe” is Walt Crider (717) 300-3408 published by the Seven Mountains Bluegrass Association Wayne Miedwig (717) 515-7436 Inc., which is a non-profit organization. The SMBA mails Glen Miller (410) 357-8388 this quarterly newsletter to the SMBA membership, music Kristen Schneider (717) 443-8359 associations, other non-profit organizations, promoters, Ursula Sheaffer (717) 440-4591 radio and print media at no charge. All correspondence can be mailed to: CHAIRPERSONS Dick Beckley Music Committee (717) 938-4975 SMBA, Kristen Schneider Scholarship Committee (717) 443-8359 c/o Ursula Sheaffer Wayne Miedwig Election Committee (717) 515-7436 5 York Circle, George Fishel Picnic Committee (717) 580-7838 Mechanicsburg, Pa 17050 Ursula Sheaffer Hornpipe Editor (717) 440-4591 [email protected] Picnic Committee Sue McKinsey Concert PR / Media (717) 244-4428 Walt Crider Historian (717) 300-3408 www.sevenmountainsbluegrass.org
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getting some of the top bands to play our stage. It
has also led me to establish friendships with most of The President’s the agents who handle the various band’s bookings. Andrea Roberts is a dear friend, who is agent for Flatt Lonesome, Steve Gulley, Clay Bank, Blue Highway and the Grascals, among others. Her hus- Message band, Danny is a member of the Grascals and a longtime friend as is Terry Eldredge, another Gras- cal. My friendship with Danny and Andrea is the main reason I was able to persuade Flatt Lonesome and the Grascals to play our stage in recent years. I Whenever the discussions turn to the various blue- first met the Roberts when Andrea played in Kim grass entertainers at a show or at one of our Board Fox’s band and Danny’s former band, New Tradition meetings, the subject of my knowing so many of the played at the Fox Family Festival while I was living in entertainers comes up. Some on our Board, have Old Forge and helping Kim and family with her festi- asked how anyone else could book bands for the val, held there each summer. I continued to work shows after I step down from doing this. I’ve tried to with Kim on her festival until I moved to PA in 2001, explain that it’s not a prerequisite that this be the which was also when I became a member of Seven case, while I’m also aware that this probably makes Mountains. my job easier. Kim was the main reason I joined IBMA and attend- First, let me just say that I wear two hats at SMBA, ed my first convention in Louisville in 1994 or 1995. one as your President and another as Chairman of She insisted that I would love attending and she was the Music Committee. I inherited the job of Chairman right. The times in Louisville and the following years of this committee when my good friend Jon in Nashville were times I will never forget, as well as Raemore, fell ill a few years back and was unable to all the friendships I made there, although in recent continue doing this job. As a committee member and years, I’ve not been attending in Raleigh because of working closely with Jon, I felt I was well qualified to health issues and also some developments in the carry on Jon’s work and so I have served in this ca- music industry I’ve not been a fan of. Even so, I pacity since he left this position. Both of these posi- maintain contact with those I’ve made friendships tions have made it possible for me to form more with thru Facebook, e-mailing, and connecting with friendships with agents, publicists, and various other them at the various concerts and festivals Karen and persons connected with the performers and their I attend. It seems we never attend an event without bands and in fact, the bands themselves. seeing some of the friends we’ve made over the I’ve also been a lifelong fan and follower of blue- years. Our bluegrass family is indeed, both vast and grass and what I call the old country music, to me the large. ONLY form of country music, not the garbage they Our friendship with Bertie Sullivan, the legendary try to pass off today on top 40 radio. Down through bluegrass promoter, who has hosted the Two Rivers the years, I’ve known quite a few of the early pio- neers of bluegrass from them playing at carnivals Festival in Leakesville, MS has also led to a life- and events in the MD, WV, and PA area where I long friendship with Alecia Nugent who will for- grew up. For an example, I first met Ronnie Reno ever be our favorite bluegrass female vocalist, when he was about 7 years old and on stage with his even though she has retired from the road. Al- Dad, Don at the Williamsport, MD fireman’s carnival. ecia performed with Bradley Walker, a fine blue- I was a few years older than Ronnie but still remem- grass and country artist, and also Carl Jackson, ber that. I’ve rekindled that friendship at IBMA in re- Jerry Salley and Larry Cordle, three of the most cent years and also formed a friendship with Stan talented song writers and performers in Nash- Hitchcock, a former country vocalist who is a busi- ville, several nights on different occasions in ness associate of Ronnie’s and formerly owned CMT Bertie’s suite at IBMA. Karen and I were there and Americana Networks. He and Ronnie now have each time when a small group of friends were Blue Highway’s TV Network and Ronnie hosts Reno’s Old Time Music on RFD-TV. treated to some of the best music ever heard There are many more friends that I’ve made in the anywhere, far into the late night, an event I will 25 or so years I’ve been a professional voting mem- never forget. All of these folks have remained ber of IBMA that have helped me meet still others in Continued on page 6 the industry. All of these contacts have helped me in
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Dick Beckley [email protected] (717)-395-7128 Ruth Ann Berney [email protected] (717) 979-3373 Bob Bishard [email protected] (717) 957-4349 Bill Coleman [email protected] (717) 308-0752 Walt Crider [email protected] (717) 300-3408 George Fishel [email protected] (717) 580-7838 Sue McKinsey [email protected] (717) 244-4428 Glen Miller [email protected] (410) 357-8388 Wayne Miedwig [email protected] (717) 515-7436 Kristen Schneider [email protected] (717) 443-8359 Ursula Sheaffer [email protected] (717) 440-4591 Jean Snyder [email protected] (717) 957-4609 A complete listing is located on page 2 of this newsletter.
SMBA Scholarship Program
The Seven Mountains Bluegrass Association funds two $250 scholarships annually. Additional scholarships are awarded based on member contributions to our Scholarship Fund. Over the past several years, an additional two scholarships were awarded for a total of four recipients each year. This is a direct result of the generous contributions from our members! We are nearing the March 31 scholarship application deadline. Scholarship recipients will be announced in our next newsletter.
Please contact our Scholarship Chairperson, Kristen Schneider, at (717) 443-8359 to learning more about our scholarship program, or to inquire on a donation.
An application for the scholarship can be found on page 7 of this newsletter.
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Continued from page 3 good friends I’ll never forget my buddy, James that he would become one of the very best voices King and the many good times I had with him (and ever, in bluegrass, performing for 5 years as lead some not so good). I miss him terribly and think of vocalist for the great Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver. him almost daily. There will never be another like Darren came from a talented family as well. His him. To me, the top traditional talent of his genera- Dad, Gene and his Mom, Loretta were both superior tion, gone way too soon. talents, even though they never strayed far from the And my longtime friend, Allen Mills & The Lost Maryland area. Gene played for years in Bluegrass and Found will never be duplicated. Allen is long Image, a band headed up by my old Gettysburg Fes- overdue to be in the Hall of Fame, something I will tival companion and fellow SMBA member, Mack be lobbying for as time goes forth. I had them Woolard. To prove regional bands are where the booked for our first show of next year but sadly, stars are produced, Mack’s band also included at Allen called me two months ago and asked to be various times, Joe Miller, vocalist for Bobby Osborne let out of that contract. His back issues and turning and Rocky Top Express, and multi instrumentalist, 80 this year has caused him to sell his bus and re- vocalist, song writer and producer, Troy Engle, who tire from the road. I will miss him but am planning spent many years in Nashville in all those capacities. on Karen and I loading the cats in the bus and pay- Troy now hones his crafts locally here in the Glen ing him and Deb a visit one weekend along the Rock area and is also a SMBA member. Crooked Road and sampling some of his home- So you see, my lifetime following this music and my made Franklin County, VA moonshine. love for it, as well as what I consider my gift of never The boys from Balsam Range have become pos- meeting a stranger have enabled me to put all this to sibly the top band out there in recent years and Ka- use as President and Music Committee Chairman of ren and I count all of those guys as friends, having SMBA. I could go on and on with more stories and known Darren Nicholson since his days in Alecia more acquaintances, as this is just a start but space Nugent’s band. We’ve followed them since they is limited. To all who may think because you don’t first started Balsam Range and Blue Mountain will play an instrument or sing you cannot be an officer in always be our favorite song of theirs. this organization, I’m living proof that someone who Audie Blaylock and I have been buddies since he can’t play anything but a bluegrass country radio can was lead vocalist with Rhonda Vincent and before be, so you can, as well. he formed his fine band Redline. Audie and I share a common love for old cars and have spent time together touring several museums and shows on the old car circuit as well as bluegrass venues. Russ Carson and Pat McAvinue, some of our local SMBA boys got their start in Audie’s band and have gone on to play the Opry regularly. The late Mike Auldridge was a longtime friend from the days I followed the Seldom Scene every- Free Admission (Free Will Offering) where they played and probably the person I most admired of all the friends I’ve made in bluegrass (** September 29th Fall Festival held on Saturday) over the years. I miss him a lot and think of him of- ten. He was also possibly, the most talented musi- April 22 Canaan’s Land cian I’ve ever known, as well. Mike was also anoth- May 27 Keepin’ It Simple er old car friend, and another example of me al- ways saying that old cars and bluegrass co-habit in June 24 Iron Ridge the same circles. Even though I knew Mike for a *July NO CONCERT long time, I got to know him a lot better when he August 27 The Country Gentlemen Tribute Band later played with another friend, Tim Finch in the September 23 Remington Ryde Good Deale Bluegrass Band and also with Darren Beachley and Legends of the Potomac. **September 29 Fall Festival & Classic Car Show with Keepin’ It Simple (1pm-4pm) Darren is a lifelong friend from my days running October 28 Set Free my barber shops in Frederick, MD. I knew his whole family and gave Darren his first haircut as a November 26 Bailey’s Crossing youngster in one of my shops there, never thinking
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Seven Mountain Bluegrass Association Scholarship Application Application is open to anyone 18 years old (by end of the award year) and younger who play traditional bluegrass instruments, banjo, guitar, bass, fiddle, resonator guitar or mandolin. Acceptability of choice of camp or instructor is left up to the SMBA Scholarship Committee and Board of Directors. Please answer those questions that apply, camp or private instruction. Applica- tions accepted January thru March and awards announced in April each year.
Applicant's Name ______Parent / Guardian's Name ______Applicant's birthday______Home address ______Home Phone Number ______E-mail Address:______Parent / Guardian's Phone No. ______Cell: ______Please answer the following questions: What instrument / instruments do you play and how long ? ______What jam camp do you want to go to or instructor's name______Instrument ______Dates of Camp ______Cost of Camp: ______Have you already registered for this camp? ______Name Of Instructor ______Instructor charge per lesson______Instructor's address, phone and email ______On a separate sheet of paper describe the following: How has Bluegrass Music influenced you? What do you expect to learn from the camp applied for? Any additional comments: We understand the following: In addition to filling out the SMBA Application, the winner must fill out the camp of choice's application upon award of scholarship. Camper or camper Parent or Guardian agrees that they are responsi- ble for the transportation and attendance of the award winner. Awardees will comply with all of the requirements of the camp. SMBA'S Scholarship Committee, in its sole discretion, will decide on the amount of each award. Maxi- mum award to be $250. The applicant that applies and is given an award for a camp costing more than the awarded amount or maximum award is responsible for the remainder. Award check will be paid directly to the camp or in- structor. All awardees are responsible to make sure that their enrollment with the camp is secured and all necessary pre-registration has been completed. In the case that a camp has been filled and the scholarship winner has not se- cured a registration the award may be transferred to another camp choice. SMBA's sole responsibility is limited to payment of the awarded amount direct to the camp or instructor. Signed: ______Applicant and / or Parent or Guardian
Print: ______Please complete application and return to:
Kristen Schneider, SMBA Scholarship Chair 519 S. York Rd. Dillsburg, PA 17019 or email to: [email protected] Address any questions to [email protected]
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Sat March 31 - Dave Adkins Band
Possessor of one of the most powerful voices in bluegrass, Dave Adkins will simply blow you away with his vocals. Sounding like a combination of bluegrass great Dave Ev- ans and country star Travis Tritt, Dave has quietly and quickly piled up the hits and become one of the rising stars in bluegrass over the last several years. You NEED to come out, fill the hall, and hear this fabulous singer. This will be one of his rare dates in this part of the country to have a chance to see this real talent. Dave, on lead vocals and guitar is joined by Mitchell Brown on bass and harmo- ny vocals. Mitchell was a longtime member of the late, great Charlie Louvin’s band and is a Nashville session player when he’s not touring with Dave. Barry Crabtree is on banjo and has a long list of cre- dentials playing with Larry Sparks, James King, Wildfire, Dale Ann Bradley and the great Harley Allen. Carl Caldwell is on mandolin and had played previously with Dale Ann Bradley, Dave Evans and several other top bands. Multi-instrumentalist, Kyle Leapard is on lead gui- tar and of special note is a veteran of the Iraq war, having served there while on a 6 year tour of active duty and still serves as reservist. Please don’t skip this concert because you don’t know their names. This is a first class collection of stalwarts in bluegrass and you will be royally entertained. I hope to see all of you in attendance.
Sat April 14 - Flatt Lonesome
What more can I say about these great kids in this fabulous band that has played our stage the last two years? They are easily, the most popular band that has ever played here, as evidenced by the record 390 fans who packed the place last year for a great per- formance. This year’s return engagement promises to be a repeat of last year. They have another chart top- ping CD project out and have garnered some addi- tional awards since they played here last year. Kelsi Harrigill on mandolin and Charli Robertson on fiddle will wow our audience with their perfect vocals aided by the fine voice of Charli’s twin brother, Buddy Robertson on guitar. Filling out the band will be Kel- si’s husband, Paul Harrigill on banjo, Michael Stockton on Dobro and Dominic Illingworth on bass. This band has been together with no changes since they started and their performanc- es illustrate that fact dramatically. A can’t miss show!
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Sat May 12 - Kevin Prater Band
This will be our final show for the 2017-18 season as we close up shop for the summer festival season. A new band will be on our stage but an old favorite leading it. Kevin Prater heads up his band for our last show of the season. Kevin has played here several times in past years as the singing partner for the late, great James King. For 14 years, Kevin was a large part of the James King sound that was so popular with our members. He possesses one of the strongest voices in bluegrass and has put together a fine band which specializes in the hard driving traditional bluegrass that our audiences love most. They will be doing a mix of bluegrass and bluegrass gospel which they have become known for. Kevin is on lead vocals and mandolin backed by founding member Tom Timberlake on vocals, guitar and banjo. Tom is also a former member of the James King Band. Danny Stillner is on bass and vocals. The brother tandem of Jake and Adam Burrows rounds out this fine band. Jake is on banjo, dobro and vocals and Adam fires up the band on fiddle and vocals as well. Anyone who liked and loved James King will love this band and James’ influence shows throughout their performances. A fine band to finish out the year and another show you must mark, can’t miss!
Many of the instruments for door prizes provided by
Appalachian Bluegrass is the local dealer for Eastman guitars and mandolins
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Don’t Give Your Heart To A Rambler A Book Review by Walt Crider
Don’t Give Your Heart To A Rambler is book about Jimmy Martin written by Barbara Martin Ste- phens, the woman he considered his wife. They had four children over the years from 1953 to 1966. This book tells all about their life together, the good and the bad. It is a must read for Jimmy Martin fans. This is a woman's story of the world of bluegrass and one of its most colorful mem- bers. Jimmy’s detailed personal life has never been told so thoroughly until now. Barbara Martin lived with the man and served as his manager and booking agent during the glory days when he was known as “Mr. Good ‘N Country”. She endured 14 years of ups and downs, quite often at Jim- my’s whims, infidelity and drinking. Jimmy never became a member of the Grand Ole Opry for two reasons. One is fairly obvious, because of his lifestyle, and the other I won’t reveal here, but is in the book. After reading, I contacted Barbara via email to discuss the book. She’s a very pleasant 82 year old with a great outlook on life. She married computer programmer, Chuck Stephens in 1970 and a new life was in store for her. Barbara has visited six continents and is looking forward to going to Antarctica. She is in contact with her children and able to watch them grow with families of their own. She lost her husband, Chuck, after 41 years of marriage in 2012. Jimmy married Teresa Sutherland from Pennsylvania in 1988, which lasted three years. There is a connection here as her fa- ther is Sam Sutherland, a Seven Mountains Club member. Their wedding can be seen on Youtube: “Jimmy Martin Wed- ding”. The wedding was held at Doyle Lawson’s festival and you will recognize some people there. It is a reunion of past band members also. The best part of this video is the last two songs “If I Could Be Living When Jesus Comes” and “Stormy Waters” accompanied by Doyle Lawson, Paul Williams and their son Ray Martin. “Stormy Waters” is Barbara’s favorite gospel song written by Jimmy. Some of Jimmy’s songs written about her are “She Left Me Again”, “It’s Not Like Home” and “Hold Whatcha Got”. Barbara’s favorite band configuration was with the Osborne Brothers as well as Paul Williams, Doyle Lawson, J.D. Crowe and Bill Emerson. She loved it when their sons Ray and Timmy were performing with Jimmy also. Jimmy was a millionaire at the end of his life and had been for many years. His estate is still in probate and is on going in the state of Tennessee to this day. The family has never had control of the assets. Barbara’s information about this book and the audio book is available at her website: www.dontgiveyour heart.com.
Our 36th year!
Seven Mountains Bluegrass club members, this is our 36th year. I am the only founding mem- ber still active in our organization. I would like you to tell me how you came to know and join us. Maybe you saw it in the newspaper or a friend dragged you to one of our concerts. Please email me at [email protected]. I want to do a future article and include as many re- sponses as I can. Thank you, Walt Crider
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RR1 Box 642 Honey Grove, PA 17035 Phone: (717) 734-3452
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7:30 PM— Every Wednesday 7:00 PM—Every Friday Doylestown Jam Beck & Benedict Hardware Jam 1:00 to 3:30 PM—Every Monday German Hungarian Sportsman's Club Walnut & 3rd Sts., Waynesboro, PA Claremont Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr 1622 Hilltown Pike—Hilltown, PA FMI:Dick/Della Boschert 717-762-4711 1000 Claremont Road, Carlisle, PA Outside in nice weather, inside otherwise. See “Upcoming Bluegrass Events” section of $1 donation goes to residents activities. All playing levels welcome. this newsletter for bluegrass shows held at FMI: Dick Gow 717-649-1436 FMI: Ben 215-249-9354 the Beck & Benedict Hardware Theatre, Mary Wohler 717-245-2529 featuring two great bands each month. 6:30—9:30 PM—Every Wednesday Arcadia Jam—Activity Building 16020 Carnival Avenue—Upperco, MD 7:30 PM—Every Friday Note: Closed July and August and Muse & Music Performance Series week of Thanksgiving thru the 10 West Expresso St., Mansfield, PA FMI: www.fineartsforum.org Alternating Tuesdays end of December. Bluegrass / Old Time FMI:[email protected] 410-374-2895 Every Friday - 7:00 - 10:00 P.M. Liam Flynn’s Ale House - Baltimore MD YWCA - Gettysburg PA 909 Fairfield Road, Gettysburg, PA 12:00—3:30 PM— Every Tuesday 17325. Phone 717-334-9171. Note: Former Arrow Horse jam. The Church of The Open Door The Church of the Open Door—Just off 6:00 to 9:00 PM—Every Thursday 6:00 to 10:00 PM Every Friday Rt 74 on Loucks Rd., North of the West Franklintown Fire Hall Jam Carroll Township Community Center Manchester Mall. This Gospel Music, 2 miles south of Dillsburg on Rt194— Jam Shermans Dale, Perry County performers of all levels, including those Doors open 4:00, 4:30 for food Call for directions. with electric instruments. A microphone $2.00 Admission FMI: 717-582-2312 is provided for vocalists. Visitors are 6:00 to 8:30 - First Friday each Month always welcome. 5:30 PM—2nd & 4th Thursday Central Berks Lion's Club Bluegrass Jam Lisburn Church of GOD FMI: Ken Runkle 717-792-0302 Kitchen open at 4:00 PM Contact Roger Horner - 717-249-7870 Music begins at 5:30 PM 7:00 to 10:00 PM— Every Tuesday (TNBJ) FMI: Betty Naftzinger 610-488-1920 6:30 - 9:00 P.M. Every Friday Pine Hall Lutheran Church Golden Connections Community Center 1760 West College Ave., State College 7:00 to 10:00—1st Thursday 20 Gotham Place FMI: Alan (Scott) Krug 814-883-0287 CHAPLIN'S The Music Café (behind Post Office off N. Main St.) E-mail: [email protected] Red Lion PA 17356 66 N. Main St., Spring City PA. 19475 Acoustic Instruments Only Professional sound system provided. Alan Amazing historic vaudeville era theatre. publishes an e-mail newsletter of bluegrass Fred or Pat Messerly 717-246-7896 Just $5 or $7 with your BYOB. Contact: happenings in northern PA. For your copy, Brad Haberle #484-340-9716 or bass- write to Alan at [email protected] First and Third Friday [email protected]. More info about Coffey Music Chaplin's at 31 East Main St. Westminster, MD chaplinsmusiccafe.com 410-876-1045 or 410-848-5003 8:00 to 11 PM—1st & 3rd Tuesdays www.coffeymusic.com Washington House BG Jam Main Street, Sellersville, PA (Bucks County) This is a high level jam. FMI: Jim Simpson 215-659-8623 [email protected]) for details. Or see http://
6 to 10 pm—Third Tuesday Lower Windsor Twp. Building Susquehanna Senior Center, lower level Route 624 (Near Craley) For more information Contact Ebert Blymire, 717-434-5716
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6:30 PM—Every Saturday April—October 6:00 - 9:00 PM 10:00 AM—Second Sunday November—March 2:00 - 5:00 PM AFBA Open stage & Jam White Oak Campground Hellertown, PA (just south of Allentown) Quarryville, PA FMI: 717-687-6207 FMI: www.afbawingap.org. Doors open at 10 a.m. Stage show begins at noon. 6:00 to 10:00 pm - Every Saturday Grand Old Jam 2073 Orrstown Rd., Shippensburg, PA 17257 7:00 PM - Second Sunday (Turn at Morris St., go 3 miles, on right Kennedy’s Valley Church of God EVERYONE before car auction) Landisburg, PA Pickers - Free Visitors - $3.00 Admission WELCOME (children under 12 free) FMI: Robert Forrester 717-530-0248 1:00 to 5:00 PM - Third Sunday Penn’s Grove Bluegrass & Acoustic Jam 1:00 PM - First Saturday (Sept-May) Beginner and Advanced Citizens League, 50 West Pitman St., Penns Sugar Run Bluegrass Jam rooms available Grove, NJ. The entrance is at rear of the Calvary Baptist Church 902 Ruskin Dr., building. The bar will be operating for Altoona, PA FMI: Ron Anderson 814-940- drinks. FMI: Kevin Justice 856-299-2402 8352 e-mail [email protected]. 2:00 to 5:00 PM Note: this jam goes on hiatus for the sum- Music at the Cider Press - 6:00 P.M. mer. Third Sunday 47 Crystal Falls Dr., Smithsburg. Md.
Bluegrass jams are on 1st and 3rd Saturday EVERY MONTH and Classic Country music on the 2nd and May to Sept. - 1st Sunday, 1 - 4PM 4th. Doors open at 5:00. $3.00 donation at Dick Environmental Center-Pickin' Held at: the door. Please come and join us. on the Porch - Mt. Gretna, PA Young’s UMC Several Areas to play in. Inside Wernick 7075 Wertzville Rd. Every Sat 12-3 pm style. FMI Patsy Kline - 717-964-3797 Mechanicsburg, PA 17053 Myerstown Indoor Flea Market [email protected] FMI: Jean Snyder 717-957-4609 610-763-1457 115 East Main Ave, Myerstown, Pa 17067 www.sevenmountainsbluegrass.org
1:00 to 5:00 PM - Third Sunday September thru May New Jersey Bluegrass & Old Time Music Association Embury United Methodist Church Hall Every Sunday Church St., Little Silver, NJ At the Barn Jamming & open stage show 2000 Harris Mill Rd, Parkton, Md FMI: www.newjerseybluegrass.com. 2-? P.M. 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM - Third Sunday Information 717-515-7436 September thru May Directions: First Sunday October to June, 2 to 5 pm. Jerseytown Community Center Matamoras Community Church Fam- Jerseytown, Pa. Rt. 81 to the Mechanicsburg FMI: Bob Knorr ily Life Center [email protected] or exit Rt. 114. North on Rt. 114 3267 Peters Mountain Road, www.cobrasound.com/jerseytownjam to Wertzville Rd. Left on (Route 225), Halifax, PA Wertzville Rd. 1/2 mile. Church will be on the left. 1:00 to 4:00 PM - Second Sunday (October thru June) Susquehanna Folk Music Society Jam & Song Swap ~ Fort Hunter North of Harrisburg on Front St. FMI:Ralph Dahle 717-652-0799 www.sfmsfolk.org 717-657-8709 Bringing a small snack is optional! ©
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SMBA Family Membership
With your membership, you can help to promote bluegrass music to an ever-increasing number of people. Your membership helps to support our concerts, jams, an annual picnic, a quarterly newsletter, an informative website, and introduc- es our young members 18 and under to bluegrass music through music scholarships. Please join today. Just $12 per year
(Any amount above $12 will go directly to the scholarship fund)
Help support bluegrass music. Seven Mountains Bluegrass Association c/o: Jean Snyder 827 New Valley Road Join today ! Marysville, PA 17053-9716 FMI: Call Jean Snyder (717) 957-4609
The annual fee is $12 per family. FMI: call Jean at (717) 957-4609.
Make checks payable to Seven Mountains Bluegrass Association
Please send your membership information and fee to Jean Snyder ~ 827 New Valley Road ~ Marysville, PA 17053
Name Do you play a musical instrument
Address
City St Zip If you play in a band, please list:
Phone Names of family members: E-Mail
Amount Enclosed Renewal New Member
Sponsoring member (Not necessary to join):
Favorite bands:
Suggestions are welcomed:
If you are interested in volunteering to serve in any capacity, please call any officer or trustee. (Any amount above $12 will go directly to the scholarship fund)
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