Inside Bluegrass

Inside Bluegrass is the monthly magazine published by MBOTMA. It offers a variety of feature stories, a comprehensive monthly Calendar of Events, a number of regular columns, and more. Inside Bluegrass is a great resource for people who are seeking to become more active in playing bluegrass and old-time music and attending events.

A typical issue runs 32-36 pages and is jam-packed with information about the region's acoustic music scene. Letters to the editor give members a chance to voice their opinons about the direction the organization is taking. Feature stories often give insight into the performers who appear at our festivals and concerts. Record reviews, tabalatures, and song lyrics help us track down the music we want to listen to and learn.

The MBOTMA member band directory is always listed to assist people wanting to hire a band or connect with other musicians. Minutes of the monthly board meetings keep the membership informed of the board's decision-making process. Even the advertising is informative, helping readers find out where the gigs, festivals, events, and instruments can be found.

Newsstand copies of Inside Bluegrass are available at the Homestead Pickin' Parlor, 6625 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423, 612-861-3308, e-mail: folkmuse@aol.com. You can subscribe to Inside Bluegrass by becoming a MBOTMA member.