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We sponsor classes, workshops, and jams
for kids and adults.
(photo by Marla Singleton)
Hot Rize concert
BBU Concert Series
Photo Courtesy of Jennie Scott
Concerts with Leading Bluegrass Bands
The Boston Bluegrass Union is an all-volunteer New England-based bluegrass music association promoting and supporting bluegrass festivals, concerts, jams, and bluegrass music education throughout the Northeast.
BBU Events
Apr 27, 2024 | The Gibson Brothers |
Feb 16-18, 2024 | JamVal Event |
Check the BBU Calendar for bluegrass-related events in New England.
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The JamVal event was a great event. We continue to work on hosting some sort of event in Feb of 2025.
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We offer workshops, group lessons, jams, and other activities to help everyone learn to play and enjoy this wonderful music.
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Rest in Peace, Ben Eldridge, and thank you for all the great banjo music.
Happy Birthday to Claire Lynch! She has appeared at Joe Val several times and is always a big hit. Here's one of her most popular songs.
JamVal 2024 was a great success! We hope everybody enjoyed it as much as we did. Thanks to everyone who contributed to making it such a success. We'll see you next year at Joe Val 2025!
Happy Birthday, @tonytrishka. Thanks for many years of great banjo music.
Donate to the BBU
The BBU is a 501(c)(3) educational organization. Any donation that you wish to make is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Donations directly support our educational programs such as the Kids Academy at the Joe Val festival.. Donate Here