Spectrum Bluegrass

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Spectrum Bluegrass is dedicated to connecting neurodiverse people through bluegrass music.

Welcome to Spectrum Bluegrass.  Founded in 2024, Spectrum Bluegrass has a mission to connect neurodiverse people through bluegrass music. While the groups’ initial focus is on those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), we have a vision to expand and embrace all aspects of neurodiversity. 

Our goal is to ease the challenges and amplify the enjoyment of bluegrass for neurodiverse people by creating an active community where we explore new pathways to express ourselves and connect.

Upcoming Meetings/Events

Friday 11/6/26 – 1pm 
Friday, November 6th at 1pm in the Conference Room, onsite at Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

Spectrum Bluegrass will be hosting a meet-up and inclusive jam at South State 48.  South State 48  is a 48 hour jamming event! Tune up your guitar, rosin up that fiddle bow and get ready to pick 24/7.

In this meet-up, we will review 2027 goals and discuss ways to increase engagement and impact. Bring your instruments, as there will be a jam to follow. You are also welcome to come to watch/listen and see if bluegrass is right for you. Adults and Children of all levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration for this meet-up is required but RSVPs are appreciated by emailing Spectrum@CaliforniaBluegrass.net.

Save the Date: Saturday January 17th at 10am
in the CBA Suite, onsite at the Marriott, Bakersfield

Spectrum Bluegrass will be hosting a meet-up and inclusive jam at the 2027 Great 48 Jam.

Save the Date: June 17-20, 2027 (Meeting Date/Time TBA)

Spectrum Bluegrass will be hosting a meet-up and inclusive jam at the 2027 Father’s Day Bluegrass Festival.
More details to come…

A group of people sit in a circle playing acoustic instruments indoors, with a "Spectrum Bluegrass" banner visible in the background.

Inclusive Jam at South State 48 Volume V

Five musicians perform on stage with guitars, a mandolin, and a double bass, surrounded by musical equipment and illuminated by stage lights.

Spectrum Bluegrass Band Performance at the LA Greek Theatre April 26, 2025

Program Leadership:

Melanie Biesecker, CBA member, musician and non-profit leader with a background in programming for children with disabilities.

If you are interested in volunteering to help support Spectrum Bluegrass, please let us know.

Contact us to learn more, or join our mailing list, or volunteer: Spectrum@CaliforniaBluegrass.net