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The Old Fashioned is a weekly bluegrass and old-time program, hosted by Craig Havighurst and Amy Alvey. As they say on the air, The Old Fashioned (yes, named for the world-famous cocktail) stirs up strong spirits with a bit of sugar, a dash of bitters and a twist of zest, telling the ongoing story of traditional music in Americana. With commentary and context to bring their listeners along for the journey, Craig and Amy spin old-time bands, traditional bluegrass, regional folk styles, acoustic b...

Students learn about music, history at Earl Scruggs Center

This series features an outstanding slate of award-winning artists, Grammy award-winners and nominees and IBMA and Americana recognized artists.

For the sixth year, the Yadkin Arts Council and Blue Ridge Music Center have partnered to present the Sounds of the Mountains Concert Series.

Christopher and Taylor Malpass promote the work and music of classic country artists while creating new music and making their own mark in the lineage of a rich American cultural heritage. This is music steeped in the legacy of the Louvin Brothers, Johnny Cash, Marty Robbins, Hank Williams, Sr. & others. With sincerity, honesty and an utter ease on stage that belies their years, their smooth vocal blend and skillful musicianship layer infectiously into the deep respect they pay to legends wh...

The holiday concert features a world class fiddler/violinist, banjo player from Steep Canyon Rangers, and a soprano whose voice will lift your spirit.

WTJU May 17th, 2021 | By WTJU The Foreign Landers (David and Tabitha Benedict) will be interviewed on Sunset Road this Friday at 4 pm (edt) to preview their brand new duo EP ‘Put All Your Troubles Away’. David grew up in South Carolina playing mandolin in the only Celtic music band in town, while Tabitha grew up in Northern Ireland playing bluegrass banjo with her equally talented brothers. They both currently play with some of the most promising young acoustic bands out there, David w...