by robin | Sep 15, 2026 | Announcements
The California bluegrass world was blessed to receive Jeanie Poling’s powerful contributions for as long as we did. Although she lived with cancer for several years, her passing on Aug. 26 seemed sudden for those of us that loved her. Jeanie’s grace, strength, and...
by robin | Jun 1, 2026 | Bluegrass Musicians
By Jason Dilg, Bluegrass Breakdown Managing Editor We profiled our Father’s Day Festival openers Sweet Sally in the June issue of the Bluegrass Breakdown. The musicianship of each of its young members has been turning heads for a few festival seasons already. You can...
by robin | Mar 20, 2026 | Announcements
Ettore Buzzini jams with Lucy Khadder at the Great 48 The California Bluegrass Association had the pleasure of welcoming Ettore Buzzini to the West Coast for the first time earlier this year at the Great 48 Jam, and it’s been exciting to watch what’s unfolding next....
by robin | Mar 1, 2026 | CBA Member Profile
by Jason Dilg, Bluegrass Breakdown Managing Editor Cover Photo by Alan M. Bond Christine Wilhoyte is a Northern California based singer, clawhammer and three-finger banjo picker, and guitar player. She teaches music and is a familiar performer and instructor at CBA...
by robin | Jan 1, 2026 | Bluegrass Musicians
In this series, Joselyn explores what it takes to make the leap from campground picker to professional performer. In this ninth installment, we hear from Tristan Clarridge, whose many accolades as a fiddler and cellist include five-time winner in the Grand National...
