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As a Virginia native, I hold a longstanding appreciation for the commonwealth and its art, culture, people and natural beauty. But I'll not be surprised or disappointed if people entering this new contest prefer as their prize a new Wayne

If you play an instrument other than the upright bass or fiddle, you probably use a strap. If you play upright bass and use a strap, please send me a photo! My point was that instrument straps are a vital part

Last month we told you about a PodCast on UNC-TV that provided a glimpse of the work that goes into making a fiddle. Now we learn of another instance where television has highlighted the craftsmanship associated with the building of musical

We've commented in the past about the ongoing outrage that Blue Highway guitarist - and highly influential flatpicking stylist - Tim Stafford has never received IBMA's Guitar Player Of The Year Award. Well, there is one organization who recognizes Tim's stature

It seems the debate over what constitues 'traditional bluegrass' and what should be labeled 'progressive bluegrass' has no end. Stack on top of that, the debate over how much 'progressive' bluegrass should be allowed at a certain festival or event,

Bluegrass Today would like to wish a very happy 83rd birthday to George Shuffler. George was born April 11, 1925. Shuffler is viewed by many as a pivotal figure in the development of bluegrass guitar styles. He spent 18 years with

This year marks the third annual Americana Music Festival at Peaceful Bend. The festival takes place May 15-18 in Steelville, MO. It's going to be flatpick central for four days. The festival takes place on the grounds of the Peaceful Bend

The Washburn Guitar folks have a number of new acoustic models. All were debuted at the recent Winter NAMM show, and will be arriving in dealer showrooms later this summer. Striking and unexpected wood choices are a theme with these five

The New York Times has an interesting article published last Friday (2/22) entitled A Journey Shaped by a Guitar. It gives an insight into the workings of the famous Martin Guitar company's Nazareth, Pennsylvania, factory. Spoken of in terms of being

It seems Marty Stuart has given quite a Valentine's Day gift to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. On Wednesday, February 13, 2008, he donated Lester Flatt's old 1950 D-28 to the museum. History tells us Lester bought the