Annual FiddleFest & family barbecue returns to Pony
The Montana Old Time Fiddlers present the 14th Annual FiddleFest at the historic Pony Gym on Saturday, June 26th. This event will feature informal jams, music workshops, a barbecue and evening concert.
The open old time music “jam” kicks off the afternoon at 1pm and is open to all acoustic instruments. The music workshops run from 1–4pm with fiddle, guitar, banjo and mandolin classes in the lineup. NEW this year, a percussion workshop for spoons, bones and jaw harp.
Dinner starts at 5pm, with the concert following at 6pm. Bring your family and friends, a potluck dish, your dancing shoes, and your jubilant smile! Admission is FREE and the public is welcome. For more info, call (406) 685-3481.
Founded in 1963, The Montana State Old Time Fiddlers Association (MSOTFA) is dedicated to preserving old time fiddle music in Montana, providing educational and performance opportunities for musicians and listeners of all ages. The MSOTFA is incorporated and operates with an elected board as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. In order to best serve its community and meet the MSOTFA objectives, the state is divided into districts. Each district operates with its own elected officers. Learn more at www.montanafiddlers.org. •