Join us at the John F. Studdard Memorial Gospel Concert each year for a night of bluegrassy, toe-tapping worship in the historic Gem Theater! Talented bluegrass bands play favorite gospel hymns in a new, bluegrass style. Special to the Gospel Concert, all performing bands play together for the last act, creating a melody of genuine worship.
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John F. Studdard was a founding member of the popular Hiwassee Ridge bluegrass band. He was a member of the Etowah Arts Commission and Founder/Coordinator of the Cousin Jake Memorial Bluegrass Festival. His love of bluegrass was well-known through his assistance with other bluegrass events throughout the region. ( May 11, 1949 – Dec. 20, 2008 )
“Cousin Jake” Bluegrass Festival and Studdard Memorial Gospel Concert , March 2 and 3, 2018
ORDER TICKETS THROUGH PAYPAL BELOW: All online orders may be picked up at “will call” on the day of the events. New this year – special children’s ticket prices, for ages 12 and under! Tickets will be available at the door for both events....
read moreCOUSIN JAKE TULLOCK BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL 2017 announced……
PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH PAYPAL BELOW: TIcket Options John Studdard Memorial Gospel Concert, Friday night only $12.00 USDCousin Jake Bluegrass Festival, Saturday only, $18.00 USDCombo ticket, both days, $25.00...
read more22nd Annual Cousin Jake Bluegrass Festival
Traditional bluegrass music fills the air in downtown Etowah, Tennessee as the Etowah Arts Commission (EAC) announces the 22nd annual Cousin Jake Bluegrass Festival, on Saturday, March 5, 2016, at the historic Gem Theater, 700 Tennessee Avenue, Etowah, Tennessee. Local favorites, Just Us, serves as the host band to welcome Band of Ruhks, Valley Grass Express, Hamilton County Ramblers and The Dismembered Tennesseans to the stage. Join us on Friday night, March 4, 2016, for the 8th annual John Studdard Memorial Bluegrass Gospel Concert,...
read moreCOMING SOON — Announcement of 2015 John F. Studdard Memorial Gospel Concert!
In March 2015, prepare to join us as we combine the Cousin Jake and Studdard Memorial Gospel Concert into a SPECTACULAR TWO-DAY EVENT! Details are being finalized, so check back soon for details!
read moreAn Evening of Bluegrass Gospel – February 9, 2013
Toe-tapping, bluegrass worship is the theme of the annual John F. Studdard Memorial Gospel Concert. Join favorite local bands Just Us and Reliance, with bluegrass ensemble By the Way for a night of energetic gospel like you’ve never heard it before. Be sure to stay until the end for special group hymns, featuring all of the bands playing together! Order Tickets Church Group Promotion: New for 2013 we are offering FREE reserved seating for group ticket ordersSimply check the box on the order form and we’ll take care of the rest....
read moreAn Evening of Bluegrass Gospel – February 18, 2012
February 18, 2012 7pm @ the historic Gem Theater Come to the John F. Studdard Memorial Gospel Concert on February 18 in the historic Gem Theater for a night of bluegrassy, toe-tapping worship! Favorite bands Grasstowne and Just Us will play favorite hymns in a new, bluegrass style. Grasstowne Just Us $10 a ticket. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE or call 423-263-7608 *** John was a founding member of the popular Hiwassee Ridge bluegrass band. He was a member of the Etowah Arts Commission and Coordinator of the Cousin Jake Memorial Bluegrass...
read moreAn Evening of Bluegrass Gospel – February 5, 2011
Come to the John F. Studdard Memorial Gospel Concert on February 5, 2011 for a night of bluegrass, toe-tapping worship! Bands Missionary Ridge and Just Us will play for the night. Only $10 for both! Join us for great music, fun fellowship, and an all-around good time! Concert begins at 7pm at the Gem Theater (tickets available at the door starting at 6pm) *** John was a founding member of the Hiwassee Ridge bluegrass band still performing. He was also a member of the Etowah Arts Commission, Coordinator of the annual Cousin Jake Memorial...
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Etowah Arts Commission was founded in 1977 to create and promote artistic, cultural, and educational activities in the city of Etowah, TN.