ROUND UP THE FAMILY FOR THE RAMONA BLUEGRASS & OLD WEST FEST MAY 4-5
By Miriam Raftery
May 3, 2013 (Ramona) – Ramona is planning a "humdinger" of a celebration. On May 4 and 5, the Ramona Bluegrass and Old West Fest will culminate nine days of musical celebration in Ramona at the Ramona Rodeo grounds. This year, in addition to live music, the festivities will also include a focus on Old West history including an encampment with mountain men, cowboys and Civil War era characters. Visitors can enjoy music workshops, fireside storytelling, dancing, and break-out jam sessions.
Some bands and musicians will lead music workshops ranging from fiddle and mandolin to musical harmony. Kids of all ages are encouraged to bring their instruments and play along in this unique learning experience.
Musical entertainers include:
- Hot Club of Cow Town, swingin in from Austin on Saturday Night
- Head For The Hills from Colorado on Sunday
- Chris Stewart and Janet Beazley and their Harmony Workshops
- Gone Tomorrow
- Lonesome Otis
- Chris Clarke & Plow
- Lacemakers
- Prairie Sky
- Shirthouse Band
- Judy Taylor
- Taildraggers
- Next Generation Band
- Cowboy Jack
- Box Canyon
- Pony Tales
For details and tickets, visit http://ramonabluegrassfest.com/