June 2006 IAM Newsletter

June Barn Dance

Our first barn dance of the summer will be held June 2nd 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.

Click here for a map and directions to the barn.

June Jam Session

The June jam session will be held Thursday, June 15th at the Provo City Library in room 201 at 7:00. We look forward to another fun evening of music.

Performance Opportunities at Thanksgiving Point

Thanksgiving Point is looking for volunteer musicians to play during the Farmer’s Market each Friday from August 4th- October 6th. Please contact Jon Clegg at:

(801) 768-7453- Office

(801) 766-5050- FAX

jclegg@thanksgivingpoint.com

Youth Folk & Bluegrass Ensemble Classes

There are still a few more spots left for the Beginner and Intermediate Folk & Bluegrass Ensemble Classes in Spanish Fork. The classes begin June 5th so you need to act now if you’re interested. To register, call Jessica Wilkinson at 400-6332.

IAM Calendar

Click here to see what is scheduled.

IAMF Want Ads

For Sale

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 handmade 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

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.