Institute of American Music Newsletter
April Jam Session

The April jam session will be held Thursday, April 20th at the Provo City Library in room 201 at 7:00 p.m. We look forward to another fun evening of music.

April Barn Dance

Our next barn dance will be held April 7th in Mapleton from 7:00—9:00. We invite you to come dance, listen to great live music and soak in the atmosphere of the barn. Please bring a potluck snack to share.

A map and directions to the barn can be found here.

IAM Calendar of Events

Remember to check out this month's listing of upcoming musical events by going to the IAM Calendar. To view the Calendar, go to the IAM home page and click on the "Links" button. The drop down menu will have "Calendar" as one of the options. Click "Calendar" and you're there. You can also click the "IAM Calendar" link at the top of this newsletter.

Spring Fiddle Fest

The Spring Fiddle Fest will be held April 15th in the Provo Library Ballroom at Academy Square. This fun day of music will help take your mind off your tax woes and put a smile on your face.

The Spring Fiddle Fest is a performance opportunity, not a competition, so there are no entry forms, registration fees or judges to worry about.

We still have a few slots left to be filled. If you would like to participate, please call Sheri Cluff at 489-6836.

Each group should plan on playing three tunes. Winners will be determined by audience response, so you'll want to bring a large contingent of fans to cheer you on. Pizza certificates will be awarded to winners throughout the day.

The afternoon performances will begin at 1:00. Later that evening at 6:00, a concert featuring the band Lincoln Highway and winners from the Fall Fiddle Fest will round out the day of music.

Admission prices are $1.00 for the day performances or $5.00 for a full event pass. Evening admission is $5.00 per person or $20.00 per family. All proceeds will go toward purchasing a Fall Fiddle Fest street banner.

Afternoon Performance Line-up
1:00 Springville High School
1:10 Neopotiton
1:20 Sam's Club
1:30 Bonnie Hardman's group
1:40 The Lind family
1:50 Kayla Christensen
2:00 Mandy, Kaylie, and Alexis
2:10 Abby, Leah, and Jackson
2:20 Geslisons
2:30 Lilt
2:40 Pickin' on Molly
2:50 Grace & the Unknown Accompanist
3:00 Dutson Family
3:10 Aaron Sutherland's group
3:20 Maple Ridge
3:30 River Ridge
3:40 Musician's Guild
3:50 Adam & Sarah
4:00

Dinner Break

Evening Concert Line-Up
6:00
The Reel Thing (formerly Drowsey Maggie)
Miles to Go
Mason Dixon
Cluff Family
Lincoln Highway

IAMF Want Ads

For Sale

Used Accordion For Sale
Scandalli accordion for sale. The owner is asking $495.00.
This instrument is in great condition with 41 keys, 120 bass and 5 switches. It weighs 20 lbs and is 17 inches. The owner is in the market for a mandolin and an upright bass, and would consider an instrument trade. For more information please contact Korinne Nelson at 492-1658.

New Johnson Banjo
Johnson banjo comes with a soft case. The owner is asking $200.00. Contact Jessica Wilkinson at 400-6332 to see and play this instrument.

New Martin Guitar Reduced in Price
Martin guitar comes with a hard shell case, humidifier and two full sets of strings, Series:000-1. Asking $800.00 (List price is $1,300)
Call Jessica Wilkinson 400-6332 or Trent McCausland 360-7813 to see and play this guitar.

New Full Size Violin
Andare violin hand made in Romania with 6 year old wood from the Carpathian Mountains.
Asking $800.00 To see and play this instrument, call Amy Dayton at 785-0725 or email her at

amy@kdayton.com

Wanting to Buy

Upright bass and mandolin
If you have any leads, please call Korinne Nelson at 492-1658.

Inexpensive Beginner Guitar
Contact Jessica Wilkinson at 400-6332 if you have one to sell or know of any leads.

Radio Programs

KRCL 90.9 FM Radio
"The Bluegrass Express"
every Sunday 2:00- 5:00 p.m.

KRCL 90.9 FM Radio
"Fret ‘N Fiddle"
every Sunday 5:00- 7:00 p.m.

KUER 90 FM Radio
"A Prairie Home Companion"
Garrison Keillor hosts this long running variety show with lots of humor and great music.
Saturday 5:00-7:00 p.m.

KUER 90 FM Radio
"Thistle and Shamrock"
every Saturday 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
You'll love the Celtic music along with host Fiona Ritchie's beautiful Scottish accent.

KUEN Channel 9 (TV)
"Jubilee"
A weekly program featuring performances from Kentucky Bluegrass Festivals and concerts.
Sundays at 9:00 p.m.

The Institute of American Music was founded in 1993 for the purpose of providing individuals and groups the opportunity to study traditional American and Bluegrass music. It provides a forum for students at all skill levels whereby they may learn from one another through means of individual lessons, group performances and informal workshops. The Institute provides a well-rounded musical experience for those desiring to develop their talents in acoustic music.
For more information about I.A.M. call Mark Geslison at 375-1188.