The purposes of the
Association are:
To
promote and foster the understanding and appreciation of
traditional North American old-time music, by providing a regular
opportunity for performances by its’ supporters.
To
establish and maintain regular “jam sessions” for musicians, to
enable them to learn and share with each other, traditional Old-time
music
To
provide a stage for member bands to enable them to perfect their
stage presentation and attract a following
To
establish and provide a performing circuit for community and out of
town Old-time music bands
To
organize, administer and conduct workshops
To
host and/or organize Old-time music festivals
To
undertake charitable endeavors such as organizing performances at
senior citizens homes, schools, hospitals, mental institutions and
day care centers
To
create a public awareness for local music talent by encouraging new
old-time music bands to perform on our stage
To
acquire funds for the above purposes through membership fees,
business ventures, donations, grants and/or loans
To
buy, lease, hold, build, operate, develop and improve any real or
personal property for carrying out the purpose of the Association
