This article on the retirement of celebrated bluegrass educator Raymond McLain was written by Olyvia Neal, editor of The Trail Blazer, Morehead State University's student newspaper, where it first appeared. She also took the photos that accompany this piece. When Raymond McLain
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Final 2017 concert for Morehead State bluegrass
The Kentucky Center for Traditional Music at Morehead State University held their final concert for 2017 recently, highlighting the work of the students studying to play bluegrass and old time music at the school. Under the direction of Raymond McLain, KCTM
Opening ceremonies at Nothin’ Fancy Festival
The Nothin’ Fancy Festival in Buena Vista, Virginia always kicks off with a Wednesday night potluck. This photographer can tell you that bluegrassers know how to cook - and how to eat!! Wednesday night is also the opening ceremonies. Nothin’ Fancy
KCTM bluegrass band bound for China
On Friday, a bluegrass band from the Kentucky Center for Traditional Music at Morehead State University will depart for a tour of the People's Republic of China. This is the third time that students from the program have been invited