International Bluegrass Music Association

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The IBMA is the non-profit music association that connects, educates, and empowers bluegrass professionals and enthusiasts, honoring tradition and encouraging innovation in the bluegrass community worldwide.

Introducing the 2026 IBMA International Band Performance Grant recipient… Veranda! 🌏 Hailing from Québec, Canada, Verand...
06/16/2026

Introducing the 2026 IBMA International Band Performance Grant recipient… Veranda! 🌏

Hailing from Québec, Canada, Veranda is the duo of Catherine-Audrey Lachapelle and Léandre Joly-Pelletier. Their music brings together tradition and innovation through rich harmonies, soulful melodies, and a seamless blend of simplicity and virtuosity. Veranda has spent the past several years touring extensively across Canada and Europe, performing more than 250 shows at festivals and venues and building a reputation for their engaging, bilingual performances. Singing original material in both French and English, the duo brings a fresh perspective to bluegrass that resonates with a wide range of audiences.

As the 2026 grant recipient, Veranda will travel to Chattanooga, Tennessee this October to perform at IBMA World fo Bluegrass® and return to the U.S. in 2027 for a full summer tour.

Secure your tickets now for 2026 IBMA World of Bluegrass at https://worldofbluegrass.org.

Big plans are underway for IBMA Bluegrass Live!® this year, and we’re excited to start sharing what’s in store...IBMA Bl...
06/15/2026

Big plans are underway for IBMA Bluegrass Live!® this year, and we’re excited to start sharing what’s in store...

IBMA Bluegrass Live!® will take on a new shape in 2026. Still in the heart of Chattanooga, the festival will offer a more intimate, curated experience while maintaining the high-energy bluegrass fans love and expect.

With primary venues such as the Chattanooga Convention Center, The Signal, and Barrelhouse Ballroom, this year’s format will bring audiences even closer to the music, providing a more comfortable and consistent experience, rain or shine.

A more focused footprint also means a limited number of tickets, including a small number of VIP tickets, compared to previous years, so early planning will be essential for fans who want to be part of this boutique setting. We promise a stronger connection and immersive experience between artists and fans.

➡️And what’s more? This is just the beginning. Beyond our primary venues, additional spaces throughout the city, including outdoor gathering areas like Miller Park and Miller Plaza, will shape the full festival experience. There’s so much more in the works, and we can’t wait to share what’s ahead.

We hope you’ll join us in Chattanooga for 2026 IBMA Bluegrass Live!®, October 23 & 24. Tickets on sale soon.

Bill Cody was a true advocate and champion of bluegrass music, and his passion lifted up our community in so many ways. ...
06/11/2026

Bill Cody was a true advocate and champion of bluegrass music, and his passion lifted up our community in so many ways. He was a familiar and trusted voice, and his presence will be deeply missed. We send our heartfelt condolences to Bill’s friends and family, and to the Opry and WSM Radio teams.

The International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) has announced today that Executive Director Ken White has resigned ...
06/04/2026

The International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) has announced today that Executive Director Ken White has resigned from his position. The IBMA Board of Directors has accepted White’s resignation and expressed appreciation for his service to the bluegrass community.

“Ken is beloved within our family, and we appreciate his dedication to the IBMA. We wish him the very best,” said Anna Frick, Chair of the IBMA Board of Directors.

“We are grateful that Paul Schiminger has graciously agreed to serve as Interim Executive Director to ensure a successful World of Bluegrass in Chattanooga and transition to new leadership. With six and a half years of experience as a former IBMA Executive Director, Paul brings valuable knowledge, familiarity, and a deep commitment to our community,” Frick continues.

White had this to say about his time with the organization: “It has been a dream of a lifetime and a privilege beyond measure serving as the Executive Director of this organization. I gave my whole heart to this music that stole it sixty years ago in my home state of Kentucky. Perhaps I’m most proud of the formidable team I was fortunate to assemble - Elizabeth Dewey, Amy Combs, Maggie O’Connor, Haley Grimm and Amy Beth Hale. You are in good hands with these extraordinary folks. I was preaching the gospel of bluegrass music long before I came to Nashville, and I’ll be singing the tenor part and picking an old Martin forevermore. I continue to be a proud lifetime member of IBMA.”

“The IBMA Board is ready for this next chapter,” Frick said. “We are focused on serving our members, strengthening the organization, and creating a better future for bluegrass. We’re grateful for the support of our community as we move forward.”

Additional information about the executive search process will be shared in the coming weeks.

For more information about the IBMA and its programs, visit ibma.org and worldofbluegrass.org.

It’s June 1st… and you know what that means 👀🎉Time to celebrate some bluegrass legends! Wishing a happy birthday to the ...
06/01/2026

It’s June 1st… and you know what that means 👀🎉

Time to celebrate some bluegrass legends! Wishing a happy birthday to the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame members born in June:

Hazel Dickens - June 1
Clarence White - June 7
Tony Rice - June 8
Lester Flatt - June 19
Blanche Pauline "Mom" Lewis - June 20
Eddie Adcock - June 21
Kenny Baker - June 26
Charlie Cline - June 26
Joe Val - June 26

Learn more about their legendary lives and careers at bluegrasshall.org/inductees.

Bluegrass fans, it’s your time to vote! 🗳️Want to vote in the IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards second-round ballot? Be sure t...
05/28/2026

Bluegrass fans, it’s your time to vote! 🗳️

Want to vote in the IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards second-round ballot? Be sure to join the IBMA as a Professional-level member by Monday, June 1.

👉https://ibma.org/membership/

We're looking for the next wave of international bluegrass bands to take the stage at IBMA World of Bluegrass, taking pl...
05/22/2026

We're looking for the next wave of international bluegrass bands to take the stage at IBMA World of Bluegrass, taking place October 20-24, 2026 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Applications for the IBMA International Stage close Sunday, May 24 at 11:59 PM CT. Don’t miss your chance to take your music global.🌍

🎶Apply now: https://worldofbluegrass.org/conference/featured-events/international-stage/.

Have questions? Email us at [email protected] or watch our informational webinar: https://youtu.be/fkZjppO4hs0?si=9fc3YOrDGj0CNp3d.

They're back! 2025 IBMA International Band Performance Grant recipients The Often Herd are returning to the U.S. this su...
05/18/2026

They're back! 2025 IBMA International Band Performance Grant recipients The Often Herd are returning to the U.S. this summer for a full tour 🌍

Check out their tour schedule and get tickets now at https://www.theoftenherd.com/tour.

June 26: ROMP Bluegrass Festival - Owensboro, KY
June 28: PPPP Proudly Presents & Museum Center at 5ive Points - Cleveland, TN
July 1: Grand Ole Opry - Nashville, TN
July 3: The Station Inn - Nashville, TN
July 5: Music at Riverdog - Wakeman, OH
July 7: Caledonia Concert Series - Caledonia, MI
July 8: Levitt AMP Wooster - Wooster, OH
July 9: Elderly Instruments + Workshop - Lansing, MI
July 11: Frankfort Bluegrass Festival - Frankfort, IL
July 12: Frankfort Bluegrass Festival - Frankfort, IL
July 16: Industrial Strength Bluegrass: Southwestern Ohio's Musical Legacy - Xenia, OH
July 18: Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival - Oak Hill, NY

Huge thanks to Station Inn, Grand Ole Opry, ROMP, Frankfort Bluegrass Festival, and Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival for helping make this tour possible. Special thanks as well to Helen Ludé of Wisteria Management for booking and coordinating the remaining tour dates.

All aboard the IBMA member-ship!🚀Membership rates increase tomorrow, May 15, 2026, so today is your last chance to join ...
05/14/2026

All aboard the IBMA member-ship!🚀Membership rates increase tomorrow, May 15, 2026, so today is your last chance to join or renew at the current rate.

Here’s just a few of our favorite member perks:
🎟️ Early access and discounted tickets to IBMA World of Bluegrass
🗳️ Voting access for Professional members in the IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards
💸 Exclusive discounts, including Bluegrass Unlimited, The Earl Scruggs Center, and Homespun Digital
🤝 A community of bluegrass professionals and supporters

Thinking long term? Lifetime membership means no renewals or future rate increases. Join or renew at https://ibma.org/membership/.

Already a member? Thank you. You're an important part of our mission.

Tickets for the 2026 IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards are finally on sale to the general public! Get yours now to lock in the...
05/13/2026

Tickets for the 2026 IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards are finally on sale to the general public! Get yours now to lock in the best seats in the house.

🎟️ Get tickets at worldofbluegrass.org.

The biggest night in bluegrass features live performances, award presentations, Hall of Fame inductions, and community celebration. It’s the night when the best in bluegrass come together to recognize outstanding achievement.

📅 October 22, 2026
📍 Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium
⏰ 7:30 PM ET

You don't want to miss this.

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