About the NRCC Concert Series

New River Community College is located in a region rich in music that has been passed down through generations. Traditional music is as much a source of pride for many area residents as it is a family legacy. Talented musicians - both instrumentally and vocally, crafters of musical instruments and those with a deep appreciation of the music gather monthly at the college for the NRCC Concert Series jamborees. Held since 1991 on the second Saturday of each month between October and April, the free music events have become a gathering of like-minded people who are interested in enjoying, preserving and perpetuating the great old-time and bluegrass music of their ancestors.

The concert series hosts at least one paid concert a year that brings bluegrass and country greats like Rhonda Vincent, Doyle Lawson, Dailey and Vincent, Gene Watson, Marty Stuart, Jimmy Fortune and Vince Gill to the college.

Many of these performers have made multiple appearances and drawn record-breaking crowds. Ralph Stanley, Olen Gardner, Big Country Bluegrass, John Viers, Whitetop Mountain, The Adam Larkey Band and many others have also performed here and entertained thousands of local music fans. Tim Jones is the director of the NRCC Concert Series.

MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of the NRCC Concert Series is to foster, preserve and promote the rich musical legacy that has been passed down through generations in the New River Valley and to provide opportunities for youth of the region to learn about and appreciate their heritage. Traditional bluegrass and old-time music is featured reflecting its impact on the culture of the area and how lives and communities can be enriched by these contributions.

2024 - 2024 Schedule:

October 12, 2024
- Bands TBA
November 9, 2024
- No jamboree this month due to the Jimmy Fortune show.
November 10, 2024
An Evening with Jimmy Fortune
- Tickets go on sale Monday, September 16 at 8 a.m.
  - Reserved seating: Online only - $30 in advance, $35 day of show.
  - General Admission seating: Online or in-person at the NRCC Business Office - $20 in advance, $25 day of show at the door.
    Check or cash only for in-person sales.
December 14, 2024
- Bands TBA
January 11, 2025
- Bands TBA
February 8, 2025
- Bands TBA
March 8, 2025
- Bands TBA
April 12, 2025
- Bands TBA
April 25, 2025
Pure Prairie League
- Tickets go on sale early 2025
  - Reserved seating: Online only - $40 in advance, $45 day of show.
  - General Admission seating: Online or in-person at the NRCC Business Office - $30 in advance, $35 day of show at the door.
    Check or cash only for in-person sales.

Free Admission to all shows except:
Jimmy Fortune on November 10,
Pure Prairie League on April 25,

Donations accepted to help pay band expenses.
Music: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.