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Raising awareness of social and environmental issues with music for the love of Christ. October 18-21 2018 Your 4-day pass includes primitive camping and access to the Festival for one adult over the age of 21 and older with valid ID. 4-Day General Admission Festival Ticket: $150 Super Sunday Only Ticket: Featuring Irlene Mandrell: $50 4-Day Parking Pass $25 […]
It seems there were three very similar amps brought in (Fender Blues Juniors) and one was, we believe, mistakenly taken, probably not realizing it was not theirs. So the one that was left evidently belonged to that person. They all looked very similar, although the missing one has a microphone plate (for holding a mic) […]
The NCFBS Board of Directors, elected at this year’s Annual Meeting are: Barbara Armbrecht Michelle Banfield Anne Bello Vicki Bordeaux, Secretary Randy Burford Gus Olmos, Vice President Rob Richardson, President Richard Ritari, Treasurer Alan Yeatter We thank you all for your support of the North Central Florida Blues Society!
The loss of Mark Jacoby has left us very sad, but we at the North Central Florida Blues Society feel blessed to have known Mark and will keep him in our memories – a kind soul that could really play the Blues! As he and his family haven meant so much to this musical community, […]
We at the NCFBS are elated to announce that one of our own, Dr. Tim Fik, has received a 2018 Keeping the Blues Alive Award from the Blues Foundation. This award is determined by a select panel of blues professionals to honor those who make significant contributions to the genre. From the Blues Foundation’s announcement: […]
I am often asked (and it is a question I appreciate): “How can I support the North Central Florida Blues Society?” There are a few ways. 1.Join or renew your membership. You can do so online at: http://ncfblues.org/support-us/ or using the Store function at ncfblues.org. Or you can join up in person at our events. […]
This month, the NCFBS offers something special: Famed singer Duffy Bishop, an electrifying performer from the Pacific Northwest and her fantastic band, the Duffy Bishop Band, will be hosting this Sunday’s monthly jam at the Dirty Bar. She is a powerful Blues blaster, a sultry soul singer, and a presence who connects with her audience […]
We at the North Central Florida Blues Society are deeply saddened by the loss of Eddie Jacoby. We will miss not only his fantastic music, but more importantly his kind heart – he had the heart of an artist. It was truly an honor to know Eddie. A person like Eddie that departs from this […]
A reminder to some, and news to those that may not be aware: If you are a North Central Florida Blues Society member and you have a band that plays Blues music, your band is eligible to host our monthly electric Blues jam typically held at The Dirty Bar on the third Sunday of every […]
Did you know that the North Central Florida Blues Society is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization and your membership dues are tax deductible? Help us preserve, cultivate, nurture, and promote the Blues in the Gainesville, Florida area by joining us. A single annual membership is only $20/year. Download our membership brochure at http://ncfblues.org/support-us/ and mail your […]
