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They applied, we listened, and now eight High Country bands
and musicians have been selected to participate in HayesGrass
II, a playoff-style contest taking place between April 13-May
15, with the winner performing as the opening act for the renowned
Lonesome River Band, when the popular bluegrass outfit plays
at the Hayes Performing Arts Center in Blowing Rock on May 16.
The prize package also includes a percentage of the ticket
sales each night the band advances and a future concert booking
at the center this year. Last year’s winner was Surefire
Bluegrass Band.Bands representing the surrounding High Country
area were asked to apply for consideration in the contest by
submitting a CD, tape or electronic file of their music, a brief
history/biography of the band, a list of past appearances and
a schedule of upcoming performances.Each matchup features two
bands performing a 30- to 45-minute set on each night. HayesGrass
schedule with winner in bold:
Quaterfinals
April 13, Diana & Sarvis Ridge vs. CreekSide Grass
April 14, John T. Woodall Band vs. Jacob & Isaac Moore
April 20, Roland Jones Orchestra vs. High Grass
April 21, The Neighbors vs. Undecided (TBD)
Semifinals
May 4, April 13 winner vs. April 14 winner
May 5, April 20 winner vs. April 21 winner
Finals
May 15, May 4 winner vs. May 5 winner
The quarterfinal round of HayesGrass II will take place over
four evenings consisting of two bands performing a 40-minute
set each night. Winners of these evenings will move on to the
semifinal round. The final two bands will compete for the grand
prize. A change in this year’s contest is the addition
of two surprise guest judges each night. Audience members will
be the third component in deciding which band advances. Bands
are encouraged to bring as many fans as they can for support.
Tickets for the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds are $10;
final round is $15 and are available by calling the box office
at (828) 295-9627 or online at www.hayescenter.org.
Upcoming Shows at the Hayes Performing Arts Center
April 17
JOHN McEUEN
Founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is back by popular
demand.
April 18 & 19
FIRE ON THE ROCK
Local chefs compete in a playoff-style competition with a secret
ingredient a la Iron Chef.
April 23
APPALACHIAN GOSPEL CHOIR by ASU’s Hayes School of Music
Inspirational music in the black gospel tradition. Conducted
by Jason Thompson.
April 25
LIVINGSTON TAYLOR
The Chapel Hill-reared singer-songwriter celebrates his critically
acclaimed newest release.
April 30 – May 9
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL II by Rocket Players Youth Theatre.
Sequel to the sold-out 2007 production by RPYT.
May 4-5 & 15
HAYESGRASS (semifinals & finals)
Conclusion of the much anticipated local bluegrass band competition.
May 16
LONESOME RIVER BAND
Back by popular demand, one of bluegrass music’s most influential
acts returns after last year’s sold-out concert.
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