Australasian Bluegrass & Old Time Music Assoc Inc

The objective of the 3rd annual ABOTMA Songwriting competition 2026 is to encourage artists to develop their own sound and story, and to further Bluegrass and Old-Time traditions in a contemporary context. A prize of $500 cash will be presented to the winner and $200 cash to the runner-up at the Mountaingrass Festival 2026 where they (or their nominee) will have the opportunity to perform their winning songs. The winner and runner-up receive a complimentary season pass to the Mountaingrass Festival 2026. The competition and first prize is offered through the generous sponsorship of Performance Advantage, a company providing HR services to small business. Second prize is sponsored by Greg McGrath of The Australian Bluegrass Blog. Performance Advantage Director, Suzanne Diprose, will present the prizes at Mountaingrass 2026.

Purchase membership of ABOTMA - Australasian Bluegrass & OId-Time Music Association Inc Valid 1 July 2026 to midnight 30 June 2027. Membership of ABOTMA supports the promotion of the performance and playing of Bluegrass and Old-Time music in Australia and New Zealand. Your membership provides you with access to discounted tickets for the Mountaingrass Festival in 2026. The Mountaingrass Festival is presented by ABOTMA on the 3rd weekend in November in Victoria's High Country - a traditional gathering that's been happening for more than 33 years! Very Important: It may take up to 48 Hours before your member access is activated in Humanitix Your Member Number is your "discount or access code" to see hidden member price weekend tickets to the Mountaingrass Festival. Your member email is your "discount or access code" to see hidden member price day tickets to the Mountaingrass Festival.

Purchase Life membership of ABOTMA - Australasian Bluegrass & OId Time Music Association Inc Valid for your lifetime. Membership of ABOTMA supports the promotion of the performance and playing of Bluegrass and Old-Time music in Australia and New Zealand. Membership provides you with access to discounted tickets for the Mountaingrass Festival. The Mountaingrass Festival is presented by ABOTMA on the 3rd weekend in November in Victoria's High Country - a traditional gathering that's been happening for more than 34 years!