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Welcome to 2008 Bluegrass in the Park. The purpose of this event is
to promote and preserve Bluegrass, plus it's just all around good, clean fun.
This event is set up so that local bands perform for a crowd while other
musicians gather in different areas close by to play their
music. Bands will take turns playing for the audience over a PA
system. It doesn't matter if the band is a well known, established
band or a new one formed right there on the spot; everyone will get the
opportunity to take a turn in the spotlight! There will be no competition, prizes, or cost for this
event; just pure fun for everyone.
In areas where this type of event takes place, a listener can enjoy one band at a time as they perform whether that band is on stage
or just around the corner. It's fun to walk from one band to another
until you find the one that you like and then you can decide where you
want to spend most of your time. This type of place is great for
meeting people of the same interest whether it is to find a picking
partner, learn to build instruments, find a teacher, find students if you
are a teacher, etc. In addition, it's a great place to find a great
band for your next special event.
The park is set up with charcoal grills and picnic tables so you can
have a great cookout at the same time you are listening to music.
The area is covered, so the event will take place rain or
shine. There are seven soccer fields as well as a walking track
for those that would rather hear their Bluegrass music from a
distance. In addition, there are two sets of playground equipment to keep
the smaller kids busy plus there is lots of open space for Frisbee or kite
flying. Sodas and snacks should be for sale and the park is equipped
with restrooms.
It is my intention to make Hickory, North Carolina the capital of
Bluegrass Music if the public would like to have it, but it is up to the
public to show the interest and get involved. What can each person
do to help? The answer is to come and enjoy it. Take this
information and share it with other people that share the same love of
music.
I have said many times, "If every person in the world that is
about to commit a crime would stop long enough to pick a tune on their
banjo, the world would be crime free!"
Warren Yates
The Schedule for 2008
Picking starts at 1:00
p.m., bands start open mic at 2:00 p.m. Come early or you might
miss it!
June
22
July
20
August
17
To print off a brochure in order to post this event in your area, (Click Here)
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All
bluegrass pickers and listeners are invited. Bring your acoustic
instrument(s) and join in. The park has playground equipment for
young children and a .7 mile walking track. There are 46
picnic tables located underneath a shelter, but you may bring your
own lawn chairs if you prefer. If the turnout is good we may
need the additional seating! Concessions should be available; no
alcohol is allowed in the park. Picking starts at 1:00
p.m. until the bands get tired. Come early or you might
miss it!
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