July 18th from 8-10pm Severe Weather Contingency! In case of severe weather we will move the Jam inside to the Flicker Bar which is located at 4340 Connecticut Ave NW the Van Ness Main Street building! The DC Bluegrass Union is partnering with the District Fringe festival to put on a Bluegrass Jam at theContinue reading “District Fringe Bluegrass Jam”
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DCBU Camp! Common Ground on the Hill Traditions Week
I’m very pleased to announce that I got a scholarship to attend the Common Ground on the Hill’s Traditions Week July 6th to 10th at McDaniel college in Westminster MD. For the past 32 years Common Ground on the Hill has been hosting camps with workshops in traditional roots-based music, visual arts, and dance, asContinue reading “DCBU Camp! Common Ground on the Hill Traditions Week”
Takoma Park Bluegrass Block Party!
On May 15th, 2026, from 5-7 pm, Takoma Park will host its first Bluegrass Blockparty, featuring performances by Bebe Blumenthal, Cory Chubb, and a bluegrass ensemble. Local food options will be available, and attendees are encouraged to bring instruments for jamming. Sponsored by Mainstreet Takoma, School of Musical Traditions and the DC Bluegrass Union.
Metronome Practice: Mandolin
Some tips on how to get started using a metronome in your mandolin practice.
Justin Heath 