Fiddlers’ Jamboree Blends Appalachian Heritage, Modernism
The Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree and Craft Festival is expanding its schedule to include a Thursday night opening ceremony as it seeks to balance Appalachian heritage with modern growth. Festival President Kim Luton said the festival is entering its 55th year of showcasing bluegrass music, crafts and dance. Luton said the festival acts as a significant […]
Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree Receives $75,000 For New Stage Cover
A new roof over the Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree will be constructed thanks to a $75,000 state Tourism Enhancement Grant. In 2019 a windstorm ripped the cover off, and the stage has not had a roof since. The original roof was built some 30 years ago, designed by Tennessee Tech students. Jamboree President Kim Luton said […]
Smithville Fiddler’s Jamboree Has Something New To Offer Friday and Saturday
The Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree cranks up this weekend, maintaining and preserving the music, dance, and craft of Appalachia. The first Jamboree took place in 1972. President Kim Luton said their dance categories had grown from 13 to 36 and prize money had grown ten fold to $15,000. Luton said if it is Appalachia they have […]
