Tyler Hughes, the new executive director of The Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail will visit the Willis Gap Community Center Open Jam on Friday, April 26.
The Willis Gap Community Center Open Jam is an Affiliated Partner of The Crooked Road.
Hughes grew up in Big Stone Gap, VA. He is an old-time award-winning musician, performing and preserving the musical traditions of Central Appalachia, Virginia since his teenage years. He is grounded in the rich musical culture and the people, and has played professionally at large venues such as Grand Ole Opry, and The Carter Fold. Hughes is a multi-instrumentalist and square dance caller.
Located at 144 The Hollow Road, Ararat, the center’s doors open at 6 p.m., with concessions that include hotdogs, slaw, chili, chips, candies, popcorn, assorted sodas, coffee, and bottled water.
Music and dancing are enjoyed from 7-10 p.m., with a 50/50 drawing at about 8:15 p.m.
The jam is a special night of old-time, bluegrass, gospel, and country music – the musical heritage of Southwest Virginia and southern hospitality at its best.
