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Paul J. Schiminger named Executive Director for the IBMA

The International Bluegrass Music Association’s Board of Directors announced that Paul J. Schiminger has been selected as the organization’s Executive Director. Schiminger’s expected start date is June 1

Awards Ballot 1 and Special Awards Submissions Open May 1

The first ballot for the 2015 IBMA Awards AND online submission for IBMA Special Awards open May 1! IBMA Ballot link and login will be emailed when the ballot opens. Submit a candidate for a Special Awards here.

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WOB2015: Bluegrass Film Festival Submissions Open May 1

The IBMA is accepting submissions for its second annual Bluegrass Film Festival held during World of Bluegrass 2015, September 29 – Oct 3, Raleigh, NC!

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