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Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series of occasional articles about the future of IBMA. This story contains many more numbers than the one-four-five usually associated with bluegrass, and a more serious approach than we usually take at

If you think that this article is going to pit one organization against the other, or compare one to the other, then just stop reading now. A friend once told me that for every stone I throw, expect ten stones

Raleigh, NC is not the only city wooing IBMA's World of Bluegrass once its contract with the Nashville Convention Center expires this year. Lousiville, KY - which hosted the event prior to the move to Nashville - has also launched a

The International Bluegrass Music Association is not only looking to hire a new Executive Director, they are also seeking a new home for their annual convention, World of Bluegrass. This week long event, which combines an industry trade show, awards celebration

After posting the news that Dan Hays is ready to move on from IBMA to the Franklin Theatre, we have obtained some additional details about the ongoing search for his successor at IBMA. Board Chair Stan Zdonik tells us that more

Outgoing IBMA director Dan Hays has accepted a new position with the Franklin Theatre in Franklin, TN. Hays expects to begin work with Franklin early in 2012, dividing his time with IBMA until a new Executive Director of the organization is

The deadline for applications to be considered for the Executive Director position with the International Bluegrass Music Association is this Thursday, December 15. Outgoing Director Dan Hays has asked us to remind our readers of that fact, and to encourage anyone

The International Bluegrass Music Association is now accepting applications for the position of Executive Director to fill the place of long-time ED Dan Hays, who is leaving the organization in February 2012. The deadline for consideration is December 15. Their official

On December 6, IBMA will host “Making the Most of Your Next Interview,” a webinar for artists and broadcasters. Award-wining hosts Katy Daley (WAMU’s Bluegrass Country) and Cindy Baucom (Knee-Deep in Bluegrass) will tackle some of the issues facing both sides of the

Tomorrow, November 15, is the deadline to apply for a spot in the 2012 Leadership Bluegrass class, held in Nashville March 8-10.To make it easier for more music professionals to attend, next year's event has been moved closer to the