Yadkin Bluegrass & Old Time Convention planned for April 6

The Yadkin Arts Council will present the Yadkin Bluegrass & Old Time Convention on Saturday, April 6, at Yadkinville Elementary School. Musicians of all ages are welcome to perform and compete in front of a live audience full of their family and friends. From live competitions to impromptu jam sessions, the toe-tapping sounds of this classic American style of music will be heard throughout the campus of Yadkinville Elementary School all afternoon and evening. There will be concessions available by 3 Dawgs & Desserts, and Mr. People Feeder. And to round it all out there will be a special performance by Mountain Thunder.

Yadkinville Elementary School is located on US Highway 601 North in Yadkinville. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. with the first round of individual competitions beginning at 1 p.m. and band competitions beginning at 6:30 p.m. Jammers are welcome. Prizes will be awarded to the top three Senior Bluegrass & Old time Bands, top three Junior Bluegrass & Old Time Bands, and top three individual junior and senior performers. Entry Fees/Admission for competitors is $10. General Admission is $12 (FREE admission for kids who are under 8). Absolutely no alcohol will be allowed at this event.

The Yadkin Bluegrass & Old Time Convention would not be possible without the support of the following sponsors: Presenting Sponsor: Yadkin Arts Council / Platinum Sponsor: Suburban Propane / Gold Sponsor: Yadkin Valley Law / Silver Sponsors: Yadkin Lumber Company, Yadkinville Pawn & Jewelry, Yadkin Quality Hardware, and None of the Above Bluegrass Band / Bronze Sponsors: Baity Tire, and Performance Gunworks.