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The San Diego Bluegrass Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation dedicated to the preservation and promotion of bluegrass music in the San Diego area. 

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SDBS is a member of the
International Bluegrass
Music Association.

 


 

Looking for bluegrass music in San Diego? You're in the right place!

Ezra at the Boll Weevil open mic The San Diego Bluegrass Society sponsors a wide variety of bluegrass music events, including regular Tuesday events with open mics and jam sessions for San Diegans and visitors who desire to play bluegrass in a group setting, with a featured band on the 4th Tuesday. SDBS also sponsors bluegrass concerts by nationally recognized bands touring through our region, along with workshops and other educational activities.

Check out our Events+Calendar page for details. Better yet, sign up for our email list and we'll keep you informed of special events. Best of all, join the SDBS for our monthly e-newsletter, special member discounts, and more, You'll enjoy becoming part of our family-friendly community, and knowing that your support keeps bluegrass music alive and well in San Diego.

May 2012 featured band: The Brombies
Tues., May 22, 2012 (Boll Weevil, Clairemont Mesa)

SDBS is pleased to welcome The Brombies as the May featured band. The Brombies deliver the outsThe Brombiestanding vocals and harmonies that are the forte of this talented foursome. Led by Jo Ellen & George Doering, the band also includes two of the best bluegrass musicians in the Southern California area, Bill Bryson on bass & vocals and Patrick Sauber on banjo, guitar & vocals. You can expect excellent traditional and original material. The Brombies believe that music can be a major positive energy in our world and that it's gotta be fun or "forget about it!" So be sure not to miss this great evening of bluegrass. $5 suggested donation. 4th Tuesday details>>

Summergrass, Music Outreach & More

With our sister organization in San Diego, The North San Diego County Bluegrass and Folk Club, we co-produce Summergrass, a premier 3-day bluegrass festival held each August. We have an active music outreach program with SDBS’s Emma’s Gut Bucket Band, bringing bluegrass music and instruction to public and private schools, senior centers, assisted living facilities, homeless centers and the like at no cost. We also offer a Lending Library of instructional materials, plus an Instrument Lending Library, to our members.

Looking for a bluegrass band for your event? Let us know, and we'll assist you in locating a band that meets the particular needs of your party or event. Contact: info@sandiegobluegrass.org.
 

Upcoming events

See a full listing of upcoming events on our Events+Calendar page.

 

Bluegrass Day at the Fair: Sat. June 30
Mark your calendars now for Bluegrass Day at the San Diego County Fair: Saturday, June 30, from 11am-8pm, on the Paddock Stage. For full details, including how to sign up for the band scramble or to volunteer, go here.


Summergrass: Headliners announced!

  

SDBS is pleased to co-produce Southern Calfornia's premier bluegrass music festival, Summergrass. The 2011 festival (Aug. 19-21) featured great music and workshops, ideal weather, and an excellent lineup headlined by The Grascals, the highly acclaimed group that has been recognized as Entertainer of the Year (IBMA 2006, 2007) and Bluegrass Band of the Year (SPBGMA 2010).

Recently announced: 2012 headliners will be Blue Highway and  Lonesome River Band. Make plans now to attend the 10th annual Summergrass, August 17-19, 2012.

For complete details, visit the Summergrass website.

Summergrass