Dedicated to the promotion, preservation & performance of bluegrass across Oregon.

Become a Member

When you join the Oregon Bluegrass Association, you’re not just signing up for a membership — you’re supporting a movement that connects musicians and bluegrass advocates across the state.

OBA Announcements

  • Board Election Results

    Say hello to your OBA Board of Directors: Joel Cofield, Rachael Bonnett, Brandon Nelson, Kerry Callahan, Ron Preston, Dave Sumner, Chris Knight, Connie Wold, and Pam Brown. Thanks to all who voted!

    Meet the Board

  • Bluegrass Championship

    Congrats to our Oregon Bluegrass Band Championship winners: The Filthy Skillets (1st), Tuesday String Band (2nd), Skillethead (3rd) — And semi-finalists: Bootleg Jam, Sweet Fern, and Belltower

    Read the Story

  • Songwriting Scholarship

    Congrats to 2026 Candey Songwriting Scholarship Recipients: Jessilyn Brinkerhoff, Tony Fuentes and Bonnie MacDonald! We are honored to be a part of your songwriting journey ~ And thanks to all who applied.

    Meet the Scholarship Winners
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Fulfilling our Mission

We value the preservation, performance, and sharing of bluegrass music, fostering a welcoming community where musicians and listeners of all ages and backgrounds can connect, learn, and keep the tradition alive for generations to come.

Vision Areas:

  • Strengthen Oregon’s music community through inclusive experiences and clear communication   

  • Cultivate musicianship, mentorship, and lifelong learning in bluegrass

Goals:

  • Support and promote festivals, concerts, and showcases statewide

  • Foster volunteer engagement and member-driven events

Current Projects:

  • Bringing Artists in Residence to Rural Central Oregon with Support from Oregon Community Foundation

  • Scheduling Mentors & Jam Sessions with Rural Sisters Middle & High School Fiddle Club

  • Standing up Songwriters through the annual Candey Scholarship Fund

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