Sunday Fiddle Jam sets up at Bale of Hay mid-month
The Montana Old Time Fiddlers will bring their unique music back to the Bale of Hay Saloon on Sunday, August 19th. The Old Time Fiddle Jam will unfold from 2–6pm in Virginia City. The afternoon is free and open to the public and dancing is encouraged! Fiddle, guitar, mandolin, and banjo players are welcome to participate in the jam – and anyone can just come to hear some great old time music. The Bale of Hay is located at 344 W Wallace St. in Virginia City, on the west end of town next to the Opera House.
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. Call (406) 685-3481 for more information. 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. •