The IBMA Youth Council organizes an incredible track of events just for youth, including a Youth Stage at IBMA Bluegrass Live! and open Youth Room with workshops, special guests, and plenty of jamming! And it’s all FREE!
The central hub for youth activities during IBMA World of Bluegrass!
The IBMA Youth Committee is now accepting applications from young artists to perform at 2024 IBMA World of Bluegrass! This year, in an effort to maximize opportunities and increase exposure for youth, selected youth bands will have the opportunity to perform a full set on one of the many stages and showcases at IBMA World of Bluegrass. These performance opportunities are in lieu of the IBMA Youth Stage.
To complete an application, applicants must provide a primary contact, band/artist information, and other supporting materials. There are limited performance slots, and we encourage applicants to submit their best materials. Applicants must be 22 years of age or younger in order to be eligible. Those accepted into Kids on Bluegrass or Bluegrass Club may still apply as a Youth Band. There is no application fee.
Complete your application by August 9!
The IBMA Kids on Bluegrass program spotlights the talents of young bluegrass musicians and singers (4-17 years old) at IBMA World of Bluegrass. There’s no better opportunity for youth to create, arrange, and perform bluegrass music in addition to building lifelong friendships.
The IBMA Foundation works with institutions of higher education to encourage young bluegrass musicians to pursue bluegrass on the college level. During IBMA’s World of Bluegrass®, college bluegrass bands will have the opportunity to showcase Friday and Saturday evening on the Youth Stage and spread the word about their programs. For more information, contact the IBMA Foundation at [email protected] or (615) 260-4807.
