The Granite is dedicated to building an engaging, multi-generational community.
Through our Bluegrass at The Granite series, we’ll provide coached and open jams, workshops, and professional performances, and support bluegrass artists by booking regional and touring bands to inspire appreciation for this great tradition. Our goal is to preserve and promote bluegrass in Connecticut and southeast New York.
Bluegrass and Old Time American music provide an easy framework for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to find satisfaction in singing and making music together. We believe taking up an instrument at any age and learning to sing or “jam” with others is a fantastic way to build new friendships, strengthen our community, and foster creativity.
“The Granite is a wonderful home for bluegrass music in Connecticut. Whether you’re a toe tapping listener, a jam loving bluegrass picker, or you’ve always wanted to experience the joy of learning to make music with others, I hope you’ll consider joining us.”
Austin Scelzo
Serving as the Program Director of Bluegrass and Old Time music at The Granite, Austin Scelzo is working diligently to bring more bluegrass opportunities to the area, and we’re honored to be his home base.
If you’re interested in performing, teaching, or learning at The Granite, please get in touch with Austin directly using the form at the bottom of this page.
Come to Listen. Come to Play. Come to Learn.
Austin Scelzo, founder of the Connecticut Bluegrass Association, performs with the Rock Hearts and the Americana quartet On the Trail, teaches jam camps, and has created groundbreaking online instruction materials.
He has been named Connecticut Arts Hero and received the Momentum Industry Involvement Award from the International Bluegrass Music Association.
Our vision is to restore this cherished space as a cornerstone for cultural life in the greater Georgetown area.
We aim to transform it into a vibrant and accessible gathering place that nurtures artistic expression, strengthens community engagement, and hosts dynamic events and performances.
If you’re interested in performing, teaching, or learning at The Granite, please get in touch with Austin directly using the form below. All bluegrass questions welcome!
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