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Bluegrass Band Scramble at Concord Conservatory of Music on January 25

Concord Conservatory of Music 1317 Main Street, Concord, MA

Is there a budding stage musician inside you? Have you ever dreamed of standing on stage with people you didn’t know two hours before, playing bluegrass in front of tens of enthusiastic fans? (Dreams have to start somewhere.) The Bluegrass Band Scramble may be for you! Reserve your spot with 2 easy steps – Registration links coming soon, stay tuned! Please reserve your spot and pay in advance ($35). Yeah, we know you’ll understand that we have to cover our costs: January 25 Complete the short registration form in advance: January 25 registration form. Tell us your name, contact information, and your instrument so that we can place you in a band. If you’ve ever played in a jam session, or if you can play three chords in rhythm, come out and try your hand. Musicians enter the Scramble individually, and bands are created by picking names out of hats for each instrument, so bands have the tools they need. You and your new bandmates will have a two-hour practice session with CCM instructors’ coaching to prepare songs and stage patter for a three-song turn in front of a live audience and with a professional sound system. The Scramble is purely for experience and enjoyment. There’s no competition, and there are no prizes, just the chance to meet up and perform with other musicians from the area and try your skills in front of an audience. Come out and have fun! WHAT:   CCM Bluegrass Band Scramble WHERE:  Concord Conservatory of Music, 1317 Main St., Concord, MA WHEN:  January 25, 11:00 am Band Scramble participants, 3:00 pm Live Concert – Free and open to the public WHO:   You, if you can play three chords in rhythm or are advanced and all in between

$35

The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys at Concord Conservatory of Music on January 25

Concord Conservatory of Music 1317 Main Street, Concord, MA

At a time when most people feel constantly distracted by technology and barraged by the news, authenticity and straightforward honesty are paramount. The music of The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys cuts right through the noise of the world and speaks plainly to the soul. Formed in 2014 in the Smoky Mountains, The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys take pride in being ambassadors of their genre, bringing their music from rural bluegrass festival stages to the rock clubs of Europe with stunning results, now coming to Concord Conservatory. Purchase Tickets in advance or payable at the door for this event. ($35 General Admission and free for students 18 and under)

$35

Rakish & Nate Sabat

GuitartownCT 166 Mather Street, Hamden, CT

Rakish is the acoustic duo of Maura Shawn Scanlin, fiddle, clawhammer banjo and vocals, and Conor Hearn, guitar and vocals. They share an unbridled love for the traditional sounds of Celtic and American music, and have an infectious playfulness on stage. Nate Sabat is a well known bassist, singer and songwriter, and co-founder of the award-winning bluegrass band, Mile Twelve.

$30
Tony Trishka sitting with a banjo next to Bruce Molsky with a fiddle.

Bruce Molsky & Tony Trischka

Groton Hill Music Center 122 Old Ayer Road, Groton, MA

Two legends of the folk/roots world—Grammy-nominated fiddler extraordinaire Bruce Molsky and banjo master Tony Trischka— return to Meadow Hall for an evening of old time string band wizardry. The two will trade songs from their broad and beloved catalogs as well as the deep well of American traditional folk tunes, both well-known and recently unearthed. Groton Hill Music Center

Beginning Jam Class w Tony Watt

Lily P's Fried Chicken & Oysters 50 Binney St., Cambridge, MA

Beginning Bluegrass Jamming Class (for all bluegrass instruments) -- Saturday, February 1st from 1:30 until 8:30 pm (dinner included) -- learn to jam on singing songs you may have never heard before -- the 7-hour-long class includes a catered dinner at 5:30-ish -- visit bluegrasstuesdays.com/about.html for FREE parking info -- this class will prepare students for most beginner/slow jams -- this class will include multiple opportunities to jam, especially later on -- $145 tuition includes handouts, MP3s, and a catered dinner Contact Tony Watt to enroll.

$145

Southern Buffet & Bluegrass in Sudbury with Southern Rail

First Parish Sudbury 327 Concord Rd, Sudbury, MA

Mardis Gras Night  featuring a Southern style home cooked dinner and a the high energy exuberance of  Southern Rail!   Snow date will be Sunday Feb. 9. Appetizers at 4:30.  Dinner 5-6.  Cash bar.  Concert 6-8.  A limited number of concert only tickets will be available.  Last year was a complete sell-out, so reservations highly recommended. Free parking is available at First Parish's Meetinghouse, 327 Concord Road, Sudbury, or across the street, behind Sudbury Town Hall

$6 – $45

BBU JamVal 2025

Sheraton Framingham 1657 Worcester Road, Framingham

The Boston Bluegrass Union is excited to announce JamVal 2025 at the Sheraton Framingham Hotel over Presidents Day Weekend, February 14-16, 2025. Just like the original JamVal, this will be a weekend-long bluegrass “non-festival” focused on jamming. There will be dozens of workshops and jams hosted by loads of amazing musicians and teachers, and one big difference from usual festivals: no big stage show to distract from the picking! Stay tuned for ticketing and hotel info.

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3rd Friday Jam at PCA

Parish Center for the Arts 10 Lincoln St, Westford, MA

Featuring, but not limited to Bluegrass music Bring your Guitar, Banjo, Fiddle, Bass, Dobro, Harp (all types), mandolin, bones, etc.. and come and enjoy a night of great music. The Parish Center For The Arts (The PCA). 10 Lincoln Street Westford, MA PCA is a BYOB facility, so feel free to bring snacks, a bottle, whatever! Please bring whatever you need, and be sure to police up everything when we go. I ask you to leave no trash, garbage, bottles, cans, etc behind. There are chairs and tables as needed. This is a pass-the-hat event, with proceeds going to the PCA to offset the cost of our usage. Welcome to players of all skill levels and audiences alike. Free parking Monthly on 3rd Fridays, 7-10pm

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Backbeat 4th Thursday Jam – Beverly

Backbeat Brewing 31A Park, Beverly, MA

7-9:30 pm every 4th Thursday at Backbeat Brewing in Beverly, MA. Join us the 4th Thursday of every month to listen or play! All levels welcome. Our first jam in May was a big success with over twenty players jamming in the restaurant and out on the patio. Lively bluegrass filled the air and judging by the hearty applause, everyone loved it! The Backbeat menu feature two dozen delicious beers on tap, and the kitchen cooks up tasty thin-crust pizzas (including a gluten-free option) and various appetizers. Backbeat is located at 31 Park St (just off Rantoul), directly across the street from the Beverly Depot train station. There is plenty of on-street parking. Check Facebook for updates to the schedule.

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OTAF Old Time Jam at Lily P’s

Lily P's Fried Chicken & Oysters 50 Binney St., Cambridge, MA

Growing out of the success of Bluegrass Tuesdays, Lily P's is now home to a new weekly night of traditional music in Cambridge every Thursday. Old-Time Almost Fridays, named in part because we're just so excited that it's almost the weekend, aims to bring the Lily P's magic to the Old-Time community.  The night will include performances and multiple jams hosted by many talented Old-Time musicians. Old-Time Almost Fridays are hosted by Tony Watt and held at chef Chris Parsons' restaurant Lily P's Fried Chicken & Oysters in Kendall Square in Cambridge. Feature band is at 7 pm then hosts a jam at 8 pm Hosted Jams in the Dining Room: Beginner friendly jam 7:30-8:30 Intermediate Jam 8:30-9:30

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