Kentucky Official Visitor's Guide - 2017 Kentucky Official Visitor's Guide
Musical Musts
2016-12-11 01:24:05
Festival of the Bluegrass, Lexington
As the Birthplace of Bluegrass and inspiration for countless composers and artists, Kentucky has music in its soul.
Great American Brass Band Festival, Danville
Great American Brass Band Festival, Danville
More than 20 brass bands and soloists from across Kentucky and around the country converge in Danville every June for a celebration of the storied tradition of bands in America that has flourished since before the Civil War. A parade, art festival, quilt show and Great American Picnic are part of the fun.
Forecastle, Louisville.
Forecastle, Louisville
Tens of thousands of music lovers descend on Louisville’s gorgeous Waterfront Park annually in July to hear the top names in music as well as local artists. This three-day familyfriendly festival also focuses on art, environmental activism and outdoor recreation.
W.C. Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival, Henderson
One of the largest free music festivals in the nation celebrates the legacy of the “Father of the Blues,” who spent nearly a decade of his life in Henderson. Hear national and local blues musicians, eat good barbecue and enjoy the beautiful riverfront view.
Festival of the Bluegrass, Lexington
Bring your lawn chair or a blanket, sit back and settle into the sounds of bluegrass as one outstanding band after another takes to the stage during this toe-tapping jam at the Kentucky Horse Park campground.
www.festivalofthebluegrass.com
Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, Renfro Valley
The big and emerging stars of classic country, Southern gospel and mountain bluegrass perform at this legendary music venue in “Kentucky’s Country Music Capital,” also home to the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
800-765-7464 www.renfrovalley.com
606-256-1000 www.kentuckymusicmuseum.com
The Stephen Foster Story, Bardstown
The music of America’s first pop star and composer comes to life with lots of Broadwaystyle splash and spectacle. “Kentucky’s Official Outdoor Drama” is a timeless musical that is joined by a second familyfriendly show each summer.
The Stephen Foster Story, Bardstown.
For more, visit KentuckyTourism.com and click on See/Music & Arts!
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