The Northwest's premier acoustic music festival returns for its sixth year to beautiful Hornings Hideout in North Plains, Oregon, on August 24-26. The event boasts three days of nearly all-acoustic music, culminating each night with main stage performances from musical hosts Yonder Mountain String Band, this year joined by special guest fiddler Darol Anger (David Grisman Quintet, Psychograss).
Always a String Summit highlight, past years Super Jam performers have included David Grisman, Vasser Clements, Hot Rize, Jerry Douglas and Tim OBrien.
On Friday evening (August 24), String Summit presents the fifth annual Band Contest, where four competition finalists will compete for the opportunity to perform on the main stage the following year.
The tree-lined landscape of Hornings Hideout is the perfect serene setting for an intimate weekend of all acoustic music. Located just 20 minutes west of Portland and nestled in a hidden canyon of the rolling hills, dense trees and peacocks, Hornings Hideout is truly one of Oregons best kept secrets. All ages are welcome and children under 10 years old are free with a paying adult. Three-day festival passes include music, crafts and vending, and plenty of on-site camping and parking. A family/disabled camping area is available. Tickets are $95 - $150.00 including camping/parking. Visit the official NWSS website at www.stringsummit.com.
Yonder Mountain String Band just released a self-titled studio album on Vanguard Records. For the album YMSB joined forces with stellar rock producer, Tom Rothrock (James Blunt, Beck, Elliott Smith). The band took their blend of banjo/bass/mandolin/guitar and, for the first time, added some drums to the mix. The recording features twelve tracks that highlight the bands transition into more folk/rock territories and exploring different sounds and ways of songwriting. The result is a hugely original modern folk style with a strong bluegrass foundation.
Tickets and more info at www.stringsummit.com.
