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By Tamera Robertson


The people of Hoquiam have been known show high regard to culture. They have always taken good care of their rich heritage and even hold festivals to commemorate their customs. Speaking of rich-cultural heritage, bluegrass music is one genre that reflects everything about great traditions. Like what the Hoquiam residents always do, they celebrated the old-time funky sound that is bluegrass music with their Grays Harbor Annual Bluegrass festival. This event took place in the legendary Hoquiam Olympic Stadium. It featured amateur and professional bluegrass artists both local and visiting performers. It was an all out celebration of music that is played from the heart.

Bluegrass music lovers also went to Hoquiam for the festival, not as performers, but more of adventurers that want to have the experience of this famous bluegrass event. These enthusiasts came from various states of the country, bringing along company, enjoying great food as well as great drinks, and are expecting that they will have the best time of their lives.

Bluegrass music is the highlight of the celebration. Musicians aim to entertain the fans, especially who have travelled long distances just see their performance. Onstage you will feel the passion of the artists being expressed in their music. They make each note seem like a heartfelt prayer being offered to God. The rhythm of the bluegrass music is bound to get you of your seats and set your feet to dancing.

Blue grass music is played with acoustic instruments such as the violin, guitar, mandolin and banjo. The sound of these instruments gives distinction to bluegrass music. There's an innate beauty with acoustic music that works well when combined with blue grass rhythm and melody. It gives you listening pleasure unique only to this genre. It is like listening to history.

Talented soloists often get the limelight during festivals. People wait to see highly skilled players do some free styling with the music. The crowds look forward to showdowns that musicians do onstage. Bands will try to outperform other bands and band members try to outperform their fellow band members, and thats all for the entertainment of bluegrass music enthusiasts.

Bluegrass festivals are also a great opportunity to get to know other bluegrass lovers. Through this event, you can meet other fans, engage in conversations, and gain friends. You could also talk with musicians, explore their music and see their skills. Because of the lovely people you meet, bluegrass festivals become events that last for a lifetime.

The main distinction of bluegrass music would be the high lonesome sound. It is the term bluegrass devotees call the vocal harmony done by bluegrass artists. This high lonesome sound comprises 2 to 4 part vocal arrangements which are almost dissonant. Experimentation is also being done in the music, like using the piano to play bluegrass. This is often referred to as newgrass and it is increasing in popularity.

You should go to Hoquiam and join in the next Grays Harbor Annual Bluegrass festival. Enjoy the fun activities, meet people and experience blue grass music from the best bluegrass artists in the country. It will surely be an experience that you will never forget.




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