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THE SAC RIVER BLUEGRASS BAND
The Sac River Bluegrass Band was formed 2008 to play Bluegrass Music at various functions and jams in the Springfield and Southwest Missouri area. We are a group of musicians who enjoy playing traditional Bluegrass, as well as a mix of old time mountain music, Carter Family, and traditional ballads.
The Sac River Bluegrass Band is available for bookings in the Southwest Missouri area. For more info, please contact Jim Glenn @ 417-773-2930 or email jim@sacriverbluegrass.com
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SPRINGFIELD FIREHOUSE BLUEGRASS SHOW AND JAM
Effective January 1, 2012, Josh Gilbert is taking over the management and operation of the monthly Bluegrass Show & Jam at the Fireman's Union Hall, 2350 N. Clifton, Springfield, MO. The Bluegrass Show and Jam will be held on the 1st Saturday night of each month beginning February 4th, 2012. Admission to the Jam & Show is free. Donations will be accepted to help meet rental expenses for the facility.
The Jams begin at 4:00 and last until 6:30 pm. Everyone is invited. No experience necessary! If you play Guitar, Banjo, Fiddle, Mandolin, String Bass, or just like to listen, come on down! You will find players at all experience levels participating. If you are just starting out playing and would prefer to sit on the sidelines and strum along, this is a great place to learn.
The Bluegrass Shows will feature 3 bands each month. Show times for the bands will be:
1st band - 6:30 to 7:15 pm
2nd band- 7:15 to 8:00 pm
3rd band- 8:00 to 8:45 pm.
For the February Show, the band lineup will be: 1st- Flat Creek Bluegrass; 2nd- SacRiver Bluegrass; 3rd- Sugar Tree Bluegrass.
Please come on out to the Firehouse and enjoy the fun. Singin' along, clappin, whoopin' and hollerin' are all encouraged!
Josh is always looking for bands that would like to get into the lineup to come and play for the shows. If your band is interested, you can contact Josh at gilbert92582@yahoo.com. You can also reach Jim Glenn at jim@sacriverbluegrass.com. Either one will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
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MARCH BAND LINEUP FOR THE FIREHOUSE BLUEGRASS SHOW & JAM
Josh has announced the Firehouse Bluegrass Show & Jam band lineup for March. The date for the Show & Jam is March 3rd. Please plan to attend.
6:30 to 7:15 pm - The Emily Dowden Band
7:15 to 8:00 pm - Ripplin' Creek Bluegrass
8:00 to 8:45 pm - The Flyin' Buzzards
The Jam will begin at 4:00 and last until 6:30 pm. Everyone one is invited to come out and enjoy the music!
6:30 to 7:15 pm - The Emily Dowden Band
7:15 to 8:00 pm - Ripplin' Creek Bluegrass
8:00 to 8:45 pm - The Flyin' Buzzards
The Jam will begin at 4:00 and last until 6:30 pm. Everyone one is invited to come out and enjoy the music!
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APRIL BAND LINEUP FOR THE FIREHOUSE BLUEGRASS SHOW & JAM
The April Firehouse Bluegrass Show & Jam will be held on April 7th. The bands appearing that night will be:
6:30 to 7:15 - Nighthawk Express
7:15 to 8:00 - Bear Creek
8:00 to 8:45 - High Hopes
The Jam will begin at 4:00 and last until 6:30 pm. Everyone one is invited to come out and enjoy the music!
ATTENTION All Fiddlers and those who love Fiddle Music! Josh is planning a Fiddlin' Contest for July 7th. Start Making your plans now to attend. The Fiddlin' Contest will be held during the morning and afternoon prior to the July Firehouse Bluegrass Show & Jam.
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6:30 to 7:15 - Nighthawk Express
7:15 to 8:00 - Bear Creek
8:00 to 8:45 - High Hopes
The Jam will begin at 4:00 and last until 6:30 pm. Everyone one is invited to come out and enjoy the music!
ATTENTION All Fiddlers and those who love Fiddle Music! Josh is planning a Fiddlin' Contest for July 7th. Start Making your plans now to attend. The Fiddlin' Contest will be held during the morning and afternoon prior to the July Firehouse Bluegrass Show & Jam.
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MAY BAND LINEUP FOR THE FIREHOUSE
BLUEGRASS SHOW AND JAM
The first Saturday in May is the 5th. The bands appearing that evening will be:
6:30 to 7:15 - Flat Creek Bluegrass
7:15 to 8:00 - Sac River Bluegrass
8:00 to 8:45 - Sumpthin' Like That Stringband
The Jam will begin at 4:00 and last until 6:30 pm. Everyone one is invited to come out and enjoy the music!
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6:30 to 7:15 - Flat Creek Bluegrass
7:15 to 8:00 - Sac River Bluegrass
8:00 to 8:45 - Sumpthin' Like That Stringband
The Jam will begin at 4:00 and last until 6:30 pm. Everyone one is invited to come out and enjoy the music!
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JUNE BAND LINEUP FOR FIREHOUSE
BLUEGRASS SHOW AND JAM
The June Firehouse Bluegrass Show & Jam will be held on June 2nd. The bands appearing that evening will be:
6:30 to 7:15 - The Clark Street Strings
7:15 to 8:00 - The Claytons
8:00 to 8:45 - To Be Announced
The Jam will begin at 4:00 and last until 6:30 pm. Everyone one is invited to come out and enjoy the music!
6:30 to 7:15 - The Clark Street Strings
7:15 to 8:00 - The Claytons
8:00 to 8:45 - To Be Announced
The Jam will begin at 4:00 and last until 6:30 pm. Everyone one is invited to come out and enjoy the music!
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Start making your plans now to attend the 2012 Fiddlers Contest to be held at the Firehouse on July 7th. Registration begins at 8:00 am, competition will begin at 10:00 am. Admission is $2.00. Come out and see some of the very best fiddlers competing for cash prizes.
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