Bluegrass is a music with a tradition that goes back generations. Unlike so much music that was born in recent times, it was not born of rebellion but out of the emotions, lives, and music of our ancestors. This tradition is one of the things that makes Bluegrass so special, and the people at Grey Fox want to make sure that it is still present and thriving for future generations to take part in. So they created the 'BGA', a four day camp held during the festival to teach kids the how to play this amazing music.
Led by fiddler Brian Wicklund, the BGA gives 100 kids classes in harmony singing and playing as a band. Instruments are divided and taught by sections, including banjo, guitar, cello, bass, mandolin, and whatever else the kids show up with! The tent housing the camp is right on the main drag of Grey Fox, and festival goers are encouraged to stop by and cheer on the kids. The whole thing culminates with a Main Stage performance on Sunday afternoon, which sounds like a great experience for the kids. I can't wait to see these young pickers in action!
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