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Chattanooga Bluegrass Fest Shines Amid Attendance Challenges
9/23/2025
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Story summary
- World of Bluegrass 2025 in Chattanooga, TN, was successful despite attendance lag behind Raleigh and Nashville.
- Attendees praised Chattanooga's venue for convenience and atmosphere, with many preferring it.
- Keynotes featured Jim Lauderdale teaching Tai Chi and Billy Strings on tradition and inclusion.
- International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Awards honored Alison Krauss and Jason Carter; Arnold Schultz became first Black inductee.
