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S5M10 Ken White: Executive Director, IBMA!
Liz talks with Ken White, Executive Director of IBMA, about his journey from lifelong bluegrass player to leading the organization at the center of the bluegrass world. They explore how the IBMA supports artists and industry professionals, their Leadership Bluegrass program, the impact of World of Bluegrass annual event, and what’s ahead for the music we love. Enjoy!
Mentioned in this Episode:
Ken White
IBMA Trust Fund
Events of Note:
Swamp in the City Cajun & Creole Music Festival – May 7th to 10th at Red Hook, Brooklyn NY
2026 AFBA Bluegrass Festival – July 30th – August 2nd at Wind Gap PA
Music in this Episode:
“Big Ball in Brooklyn” – Damn Tall Buildings
“Cherokee Shuffle” – Trish Plays Bass, with Becky Buller
We are powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones
We exclusively play fiddles from Brad Robinson Fiddles and Linen Frederick Violins
Contact [email protected] / Visit bluegrassblyn.com / Follow @bluegrassbklyn Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA
© Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved
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Liz talks with Ken White, Executive Director of IBMA, about his journey from lifelong bluegrass player to leading the organization at the center of the bluegrass world. They explore how the IBMA supports artists and industry professionals, their Leadership Bluegrass program, the impact of World of Bluegrass annual event, and what’s ahead for the music we love. Enjoy!
Mentioned in this Episode:
Ken White
IBMA Trust Fund
Events of Note:
Swamp in the City Cajun & Creole Music Festival – May 7th to 10th at Red Hook, Brooklyn NY
2026 AFBA Bluegrass Festival – July 30th – August 2nd at Wind Gap PA
Music in this Episode:
“Big Ball in Brooklyn” – Damn Tall Buildings
“Cherokee Shuffle” – Trish Plays Bass, with Becky Buller
We are powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones
We exclusively play fiddles from Brad Robinson Fiddles and Linen Frederick Violins
Contact [email protected] / Visit bluegrassblyn.com / Follow @bluegrassbklyn Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA
© Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved
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