During Hoot, Holler & Sing — May 22–25, 2026 | Shaniko, Oregon Join the Oregon Bluegrass Association for our Annual Members Meeting during the Hoot, Holler & Sing, happening May 22–25, 2026 in Shaniko. Hoot, Holler & Sing is a free weekend of camping and bluegrass music held each Memorial
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Candey Songwriting Scholarship
The Nora Candey Memorial Songwriting Scholarship was first established in 2021 after Nora’s passing in 2020. It took some time to publicize, and the first awards were granted in 2023. In 2024 and 2025, no appropriate applications were submitted. For 2026, we want to ensure the OBA community is aware
OBA to Launch Artist-in-Residence Program
Oregon Bluegrass Association Awarded $10,000 to Launch Central Oregon Artist-in-Residence Program The Oregon Bluegrass Association (OBA) is pleased to announce the receipt of a $10,000 community grant to support the launch of Front Porch Roots, a new Bluegrass Artist-in-Residence program serving rural Central Oregon. The 16-week residency program will expand
Greg Matthews Tribute
In Memoriam: Greg MatthewsLost River Bluegrass Festival (Merrill) Greg Matthews, a founding organizer of the Lost River Bluegrass Festival, passed away last week. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and the many musicians, volunteers, and community members whose lives he touched through music. Greg often joked that
Eagleview Bluegrass Family Reunion Pickout
17th Annual Eagleview Bluegrass Family Reunion PickoutJune 5th-7th 2026Eagleview Campground Eight bands, potluck, jamming, Gospel show, Hiking, Swimming, Fishing. No Reservations needed. Donations are appreciated for the campground rental. Info: Umpqua Valley Bluegrassrossjoe@hotmail.com
Why Create The OBA?
In the early 1980s—long before most people had heard of the internet—bluegrass was just beginning to take hold in Oregon and southwest Washington. Stew Dodge was running a festival in Clark County, and George Rellis was producing events in Eugene, but there was little continuity between musicians or regions. From
2026 Sonny Hammond Gospel Show
Sonny Hammond Memorial Gospel Show January 31st, 20266:00 PM – 10:00 PM Joyful Servant Lutheran Church1716 Villa Rd, Newberg, OR 97132 Featuring: Aurora Bluegrass, Three Generations, Corral Creek, Mud Springs Gospel, Long Distance Bluegrass, & Bill Jollif & Luanna Fugal Get Tickets
Tygh Valley Bluegrass Jamboree Strikes a Chord for Community and Music Education
Pamela Brown, Shaniko Music Sanctuary Executive Director TYGH VALLEY, Ore. — The sounds of banjos, fiddles, and mandolins echoed through the Wasco County Fairgrounds last month as the Tygh Valley Bluegrass Jamboree wrapped up its fourth successful year — and another year of giving back to local music education. The three-day festival,
Show Your Support
You may be surprised to know that the OBA doesn’t actually book a suite at the Hyatt for Wintergrass. We show OUR support for the festival by making a substantial donation to Acoustic Sound, the nonprofit that produces Wintergrass. They express their thanks by making a suite available to us
John Reischman and The Jaybirds – Nov 2nd
John Reischman and The JaybirdsSun, Nov 2, 2025 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Multnomah Arts Center7688 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR Doors (and the Box Office) will open at 7 p.m. Last year’s evening with John Reischman and The Jaybirds at the Multnomah Arts Center was stellar! Please join us! Buy Tickets