Beaufort County Traditional
Music Association

It was May 2008 that a few local musicians started gathering on a corner near the Washington Waterfront to share some musical talent. Over the past 14 years, this weekly gathering has grown into a unique Beaufort County attraction for both musicians and music lovers all over Eastern Carolina.

In partnership with Arts of the Pamlico, BCTMA is based at the historic Turnage Theater at 150 West Main Street, Washington, NC.  This venue provides a stage for guest musicians and monthly Variety Shows. BCTMA also hosts Thursday Evening and Saturday Morning Jams where musicians of all skill levels are invited to come out for these informal events.  Bring an instrument, or just come to listen.

For more information about BCTMA, explore the website or get in touch.

Upcoming Events

 

13th Annual
BoCO Traditional Music Festival

Saturday, April 20, 2024
Turnage Gallery
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Photos

BCTMA has over 2000 photos online spanning our first ten years.  Visit our photos page to have a look, or head over to our Flickr photostream.

Jams

Our weekly jams on Thursday nights and Saturday mornings are open to musicians of all levels.  Check our events calendar for specific dates and times.

Videos

Since 2011, BCTMA has posted over 100 videos of our events, receiving over 32,000 views.  Drop by our videos page and our YouTube channel to watch a few.

Want to get involved?

Become a BCTMA Member or Sponsor.

 

2024 BCTMA Sponsors

Showcase $1000

Jamboree $500

Tar Landing Company LLC

Hoedown $250

Trish & Toby Alligood
Fran & John Moore
Susan & Wayne Meads Sr.
Linda & Ross Boyer
Nancy & Chris Furlough

 

Songster $100

Carol & Bill Mann
Van Rice
Pat & Lyle Carlson
Marie & Mike Brown
Beth & Tom McCluskey
The Law Offices of Oliver & Creek
Nellie Walkinshaw
Alyce & John Rauchenstein
John Galimore
Ron Parrish
Jeanette & David Ellis
Gerry & Mike Arakelian
Joyce & Jay Costello
Bill Rogers  
Phyllis & Bob Daw
Jane & Freddy Sugg
Roland Kinlaw
John Moran