ABOUT THE BTCMSA

The Bluegrass & Traditional Country Music Society of Australia (BTCMSA).......

  • An informal, not-for-profit group of people interested in and playing, learning and sharing bluegrass, old-time & acoustic traditional country music.
  • Founded in 1975 by a group of enthusiastic bluegrass & old-time musicians.
  • The first national association in Australia committed specifically to bluegrass, old-time and acoustic traditional country music.
  • Has remained true to the original focus, becoming the cornerstone for the growth and preservation of bluegrass & old-time music in Australia.
  • Activities are carried out on a volunteer basis by the founders, an informal coordinating group and other interested people who want to give time and energy to nurture the music.
  • A cooperative information-sharing network.
  • A focal point to support and inform the wider community about bluegrass & old-time music events, happenings and news.

As a subscriber member, you have the satisfaction of being part of this cooperative network, whilst gaining the extra benefits available to members:

  • BTCMSA News & Updates directly to you by email;
  • Facebook page to keep up-to-date on relevant events;
  • DISCOUNTS at nominated events and businesses;
  • help in locating teachers and learning materials.

 

There is an affiliated monthly get-together in Sydney with concerts, workshops and jamming for people at all levels of ability. First timers and beginners are especially welcomed! The Blackwood Academy offers BTCMSA members a discount at its events in Victoria.

 

The BTCMSA also supports and sponsors other relevant and appropriate special events.

 

(Required legal note: your liability is limited to the amount of your annual subscription)

BECOME A SUBSCRIBER MEMBER for only $17 per year ($18 for families).

Go to Join/Renew to find out how to join the BTCMSA - or renew your existing subscription!

Please us know about your bluegrass and old-time music events

so that we can share the information!

SYDNEY BLUEGRASS & OLD-TIME MUSIC GET-TOGETHER

SYDNEY BLUEGRASS & OLD-TIME MUSIC GET-TOGETHER - First Saturday each month (April-Dec) in the Annandale Community Centre, 79 Johnston St, Annandale (NSW). Safety In Numbers workshop and rehearsal:6.30pm. Bluegrass & Old-Time Music acoustic concert: 7.45pm. Jamming all night! All are welcome. Entry donation is $6 members/concession, $8 others, under-18 and 80+Free.

The assistance of Leichhardt Council is gratefully acknowledged. Check out the Facebook page.

 

 

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BTCMSA

PO Box 396

Berowra Heights

NSW 2082

Australia

PH: 0423 363 270

Email Contact Form

VICTORIA

Contact Nick Dear

Mobile: 0421 593 998

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SYDNEY BLUEGRASS & OLD-TIME MUSIC GET-TOGETHER

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SAT 4 MAY 2024

6.30-11.00pm

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Annandale Community Centre, 79 Johnston St, Annandale (NSW)

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$8 members/concession, $10 others. Under 18 & 80+ Free.

6.30 pm - SAFETY  IN NUMBERS-learn some songs together and play them in the concert. Beginners welcome.

7.30pm - acoustic bluegrass & old-time music CONCERT. Feature band will be The Murray Hillbillies.

Jamming all night. Tea, coffee, snacks available (bring cash!). 

 

If you would like to be part of the concert email annandaleopenmoc@gmail.com

 

Thank you to the Inner West Council for granting us a community rental rate.

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If you are unwell, particularly with COVID, please follow health advice and stay home this time. Thanks.

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