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Young flatpickers Jake Eddy, Luke Black, Alex Graf, and Zeb Snyder are blazing new trails in the worlds of bluegrass and acoustic music. Read their stories, discover their music, and find out what new influences they are bringing to the genre.

In 2009, Robbie Fulks decided to make a change. For almost 20 years, the singer/songwriter had led a series of hard-hitting country-rock bands across America and beyond, his blistering guitar chops and madcap levity (the latter frequently testing, if not violating, standards of taste) winning him a modest-sized but ardent fan base.

Read all of the posts by Alan Barnosky on Acoustic Guitar

Storytime is here for kids of all ages. Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. is Toddler Time for children ages 2 and 3; Thursday at 9:30 a.m. is Book Babies for children…

The lengthy, imaginative improvised excursions that Jerry Garcia called forth on his electric guitar inspired legions of devoted fans to hit the road with the Grateful Dead during the band’s heyday.

VALE — The Heritage Music Series celebrates Southern music from blues to bluegrass every Thursday night in June at historic Hart Square Village.

Folk music is a rich and diverse genre that encompasses a wide array of traditional and contemporary songs rooted in the cultural heritage of various communities around the world. With its deep historical significance, folk music has endured through generations, preserving stories, traditions, and emotions. Characterized by its simplicity and authenticity, folk music often features

The Dao of Acoustic Jerry Garcia: The Grateful Dead leader’s guitar playing traveled a long and complex road that begins in the dusty fields of American music. Here’s your guide to Jerry’s acoustic side, from the Black Mountain Boys to Workman’s Dead to Dawg.

New Books at the Library…

Virginia, a state steeped in history and culture, has been the birthplace of several renowned singers who have made significant contributions to the music industry. From soulful R&B singers to groundbreaking hip-hop artists, Virginia has produced a diverse range of influential performers. One of the most iconic singers from Virginia is the incomparable Missy Elliott.