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: 7.30pm. Jamming all night! All are welcome. Entry donation is $8 members/concession, $10 others, under-18 and 80+Free. This covers Safety In Numbers and Concert entry. All participation is voluntary, proceeds are used to pay costs of putting on the get-together.

The assistance of the Inner West Council 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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SATURDAY 26 APRIL 2025

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TRITTON HALL, HUT 44

ADDISON RD COMMUNITY CENTRE

142 ADDISON RD, MARRICKVILLE

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NOTE CHANGE TO USUAL SCHEDULE AND LOCATION!!

 

6pm: SAFETY IN NUMBERS -  all welcome to learn & rehearse some songs to start the concert

7.30pm: HOUSE CONCERT - acoustic  bluegrass & old-time music

JAMMING after.

 

Entry by donation; Under 18 & 80+ Free. Tea/Coffee & biscuits included.

 

If you would like to be part of the concert, email: annandaleopenmic@gmail.com

 

Changes are due to the Federal election in May and renovations at Annandale Community Centre.

 

 

For more details and a map, check out the Sydney Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Facebook page.

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