Old Time Fiddlers Convention heading back to Athens this fall

The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention is getting ready to kick off its 59th year in Athens. Athens State ...

Athens State sets Aug. 4 Giving Day with $75,000 fundraising goal

Athens State University will hold its fifth annual Giving Day on Aug. 4, with a goal of raising $75,000 in 24 hours to support students and campus initiatives. The annual fundraiser, known as ...
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Old Fiddler's Convention is pushing 90 and keeping mountain music alive

The Old Fiddler's Convention in Galax, Va., features mostly amateur musicians playing Bluegrass and Old Time music. At age 89, it's the oldest... Old Fiddler's Convention is pushing 90 and keeping ...

Fiddlers’ convention returning to Historic Crab Orchard Museum

A popular summer tradition is returning to the Historic Crab Orchard Museum in Tazewell. The 23rd annual Tazewell County Old Time and Bluegrass Fiddlers' Convention will be held on ...
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Old Fiddler's Convention is pushing 90 and keeping mountain music alive

GALAX, Va. — Ellie Massey, 13, stands inside a giant, yellow tent with dozens of other contestants and practices singing the gospel tune, "I'll Fly Away." Her grandfather, Jim Coleman, and uncle, ...