Central Canadian Bluegrass Awards
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The Central Canadian Bluegrass Awards, established in 1979, are presented annually by the Northern Bluegrass Committee at its Huntsville, Ontario festival.[1] This event also hosts the annual meeting of the Bluegrass Music Association of Canada (BMAC).[2]
Abbreviation | CCBA |
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Formation | 1971 |
Type | NGO |
Purpose | To promote the performance and enjoyment of bluegrass music in central Canada. |
Location |
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Region served | Central Canada |
Affiliations | Bluegrass Music Association of Canada |
Nominations for the awards are made by leaders in the central Canadian bluegrass music scene, and four nominees are chosen in each category.[3] Ballots with the names of the nominees are distributed to members of the Northern Bluegrass Committee, BMAC and local bluegrass music clubs and associations in central Canada.[4]
In November, when the ballots have been counted, Ontario bluegrass bands gather for a three-day event, Friday to Sunday, at the Deerhurst Inn in Huntsville, Ontario.[5] Participating bands are given the opportunity to showcase their talent during the weekend,[6][7] and the awards are presented on Saturday evening in the hotel ballroom to a large audience.[8][9] Bluegrass organizations throughout Ontario sponsor individual awards.