Mission Statement and commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion
CBA Board
Board of Directors, Meeting Calendar, Meeting Minutes, Elections
CBA Leadership
The team that runs the organization and its events
Association Documents
Regional Directors
Awards
History
CBA Events
Our famous festivals, camps, and online events
Event Calendar
Concerts, jams, workshops, and events
Join
Become a member today
Volunteer
Contribute your time, energy and creativity
Member giving
There are many ways to contribute.
Become a board Member
Be a part of our leadership team
CBA Youth Program
Supporting and inspiring the next generation to play and enjoy music.
Online Bluegrass Academy
Online access to music lessons with our favorite musicians!
KidFest
A recreational program for kids
CBA Youth Academy
A 4 day music camp for 8-16 year olds
Kids on Bluegrass
Practice, play, and perform at the Father's Day Festival
Kids Instrument Lending Library
Find an instrument for your child or donate one of yours.
Global Connections
Worldwide events and activities
BEAR Fund
Financial assistance for qualified artists and music professionals
Music Teachers
In-person or online lessons
Bands
Find a band near you or share your band info with the world!
Luthiers
Keep your instrument sounding its best
Instructional Materials
Lessons, links, and essays to help you enjoy playing and practicing even more
The CBA Global Connections program seeks to unite the community of bluegrass and old time musicians, fans, and promoters by exchanging stories, music, and information about events and activities worldwide.
Al Ras is one of the longest running bluegrass festivals in Europe and the biggest in Spain, featuring top bluegrass bands from Barcelona and abroad, and jamming opportunities.
The first Trafaria Bluegrass Festival was held September 2022. It featured bands from around Europe, playing on seven different stages. Entrance to all concerts is free.
Bluegrass in La Roche is the biggest festival dedicated exclusively to bluegrass music in Europe. It runs during the first week and week-end in August and has been going since 2006. Entrance to all concerts is free.
