A few words from the HVBA President, deep in his bunker in Washington, D.C.: A French news site recently published obituaries of several dozen prominent figures, including Pele, Clint Eastwood, and Queen Elizabeth. Rest easy; they’re not dead. Most major … Read More
The Hudson Valley Bluegrass Association mourns the passing of Dolores Tubbs. She was 91. Dolores was a founding member of the HVBA and served for many years as our Secretary and Membership Coordinator. Dolores was the first to answer founder … Read More
Anyone who loves to listen to or play bluegrass music at home should try their hand at recording. If you’re a musician, it can lead to a road of self discovery, improvements in technique, and a greater appreciation for the … Read More
I bet you can relate. Have you been jonesing for a good earful of live music to chase away the 2020 blues? I certainly have. Want proof? I returned a day early from an autumn splendor White Mountains vacation just … Read More
Well, IBMA (the International Bluegrass Music Assoc.) just held their annual Awards Show — “virtually” and completely on-line due to the Covid pandemic. I watched it on a live Facebook link, and listened to it on Sirius/XM Bluegrass Junction. However, … Read More
It’s been a quiet few months for the HVBA but we’re are preparing for what we hope will be a renewed season of concerts and programs in the coming year! To get us ready for the time when we can … Read More
Hi from Tara Linhardt! I came to Nepal in February to set up lots of cool details and “off the beaten path” things for my Music, Arts, and Culture Tour that I led in March again this year. My clients … Read More
Ed. Note: We received this note from Christophe Boutin of Paris, France and wanted to pass it on to all: “I am very happy to share that book of photos about Ernie [Thacker] and his family. These people are wonderful … Read More
What have you been doing to keep the music going now that we are all isolated? How about adding your video to inspire others? Send us the video or link to your video and we’ll make you famous while keeping … Read More
This afternoon my dear friend Happy Traum called to tell me that Eric Weissberg had passed away. Although I knew that Eric had been suffering from dementia for the past 3 or 4 years it still came as a shock. … Read More