The Payson, Arizona Old Time Fiddlers Contest and Acoustic Celebration is truly a piece of Arizona history. This event has over 40 years history of celebrating the musical heritage of the pioneers of our great state. The Vertielee Floyd Memorial - Old Time Fiddlers Arizona State Championship (National Qualifier), Old Time Opry and “Fiddle’in Band Competition” incorporates over 3 days of family fun. This event includes Old Time, Western, Gospel, Bluegrass, music concerts, Old Time fiddling and band competition for all ages, camping and jam sessions. If you are interested click these links to be a vendor, or a sponsor.
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FRIDAY
Old Time Opry
Gates Open
6:30 AM
Longhorn Aditorium
General Admission $7
Fiddlers Contest Registration
5 PM Longhorn Auditorium
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SATURDAY
Fiddle Contest &
Band Competition
Gates Open
8:30 AM
Opening Ceremonies
9:00 AM
Contest Begins
9:30 AM
Divisions
Small Fry
Junior-Junior
Senior
Junior
Young Adult
Adult
Cross-Tuned Fiddle
Trick Fiddler
Awards Ceremony
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Outdoor Jam/Band Concert
5 PM
Payson Event Center
Bring your own chair
General Admission $5
Children 12 & Under Free
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SUNDAY
Fiddlers Contest
State Championships
Gates Open
8:30 AM
Gospel Program
9:00 AM
Contest Begins
11:00 AM
Championship Division
Round One
Championship Division
Round Two
Twin Fiddling
Fancy Fiddling
Awards Ceremony
General Admission $5
Children 12 & Under Free
JUDGES THIS YEAR:
- Mickey Long
- John Kennedy
- Marti White
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It is the mission of the Payson Old Time Fiddler's Contest and Acoustic Celebration to promote, celebrate & perpetuate the old time and acoustic music heritage of our state and our nation for current and future generations. We strive to raise awareness of old time and acoustic mysic styles through live performances, musical competition, and intentional outreach. In doing so we hope to ensure that the music of our past has a secure place in our future
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Interested in being a sponsor for 2013? Contact Nelson Beck @ nbeck@paysonaz.gov
A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR 2012 SPONSORS:
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SPONSOR INFORMATION contact Nelson Beck at 928-474-5242 x358.
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