Southern Illinois Bluegrass & BBQ Festival - Online at http://www.BluegrassBBQ.com

  18th Annual

Southern Illinois Bluegrass Festival

Presented by TourSalem!!

September 4th, 5th, 6th, 2008

 Amazing Bluegrass Entertainment Since 1990!

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Band Showdown Overview

-  $30 entry Fee per band (at least 3 people)

-  Bands will perform 3 selections (may change upon number of entries)

-  Bands will be asked to be in the Bluegrass Genre of style

-  Judging will take into account singing, playing and overall entertainment value (judging forms will be posted later on web site

-  A panel of a minimum of  3 judges, with known reputations for their Bluegrass music knowledge, will over see the event

-  Three place winners will be paid, 1st prize $1000, 2nd   $200, 3rd $100 with place winners having the opportunity to book at the next year’s festival.

-  To reserve a spot send  a $30 check to 101 South Broadway, Salem, IL 62881

-  YOU MUST MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO SALEM TOURISM BOARD AND PLEASE PUT ON THE MEMO LINE ( Entry Fee for band contest 9-6)

-  For Questions Call Marty 618-548-1751

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