Press Release October 30, 2023 – MEMBERS VOTE TO CONTINUE EBMA
EBMA to continue, members vote for new interim board! At the Annual General Meeting of the European Bluegrass Music Association on October 25, 2023, the
European Bluegrass Music Association Elects New Permanent Board
7th February 2024 – The European Bluegrass Music Association (EBMA) is pleased to announce the successful election of a new board during its recent Extraordinary General Meeting held on January 29th. A total of 30 members participated in the meeting, which saw the approval of the 90-day report and the confirmation of 14 candidates for election.
In a bid to ensure broader participation, the General Meeting also endorsed an extended online voting period for the selection of the new board. By the deadline of February 4th, 2024, at 24:00 hours, a total of 62 valid members took part in the online voting process.
We are happy to announce the election of the following 11 individuals to their respective constituencies:
Membership & Development
– Heidi Jamila Börekci
– Piero Biasi
Event & Bookers
– Charlotte Saelemakers
– Guido de Groot
Artists
– Kent Gustavson
– Owen Schinkel
Media
– Ronnie Norton
Industry and Education
– Kathleen Coker
– Ti’ Pierre
At large
– Angelika Torrie
– Christopher Howard-Williams
The Interim Board thanks all members for their active participation in both the General Meeting and the online voting process.
Further communication will be provided following the initial meeting of the newly constituted board, during which roles and responsibilities will be defined more precisely. Until then, we encourage members to stay tuned and keep on pickin’.
For media inquiries, please contact: info@ebma.org
EBMA Board Election Protocol (pdf)
EBMA Press Release 30.10.2023 (pdf)
EBMA Manifesto (pdf)
EBMA Membership Presentation (pdf)
Online voting for new EBMA Board (active members only)
EBMA to continue, members vote for new interim board! At the Annual General Meeting of the European Bluegrass Music Association on October 25, 2023, the
The EBMA Board is to recommend to the membership that EBMA should be dissolved. This decision has come after serious consideration about the role and
Your Music is Needed !!!! Every Monday evening at 19:00 (CET) on CMRNashille.com Ronnie Norton has a one hour radio show dedicated entirely to European Bluegrass Music.
It was during Adiaha’s Bluegrass Camp 2019: On the night of Friday, October 4th, Mary Lucey-Cardine and Billy Cardine (50% of the band “Lover’s Leap”
📢 OFFICIAL RETRACTION
At the outset, we, the former interim board, want to address the dissemination of our statement of 16/01/2024, originally sent to 18 individuals. Some recipients felt compelled to distribute it further, resulting in it entering the public domain. Therefore, we utilize this platform to extend our sincerest apologies.
We want to clarify and correct misinformation regarding the statement issued on 16/01/2024 to 18 individuals by the former interim board of EBMA.
We wish to retract certain aspects of that statement. Specifically, we want to clarify that Lili Drumeva was not consulted or involved in the formulation of the statement. We apologize for any undue distress this may have caused Lili.
Additionally, upon reviewing the correspondence preceding the statement, we recognize that not all individuals mentioned were responsible for the claims made. Specifically, Eugene O’Brien’s actions were within his rights as a member to raise concerns. We express our regret for any distress this may have caused him.
We understand the importance of fostering a positive and respectful environment within our community. Regrettably, during our interim term, we felt unduly pressured and targeted, leading to a response that deviated from these principles. We sincerely apologize for any harm caused and commit to upholding these values moving forward.
Sincerely,
The Former EBMA Interim Board:
Angelika Torrie, Christopher Howard Williams, Guido de Groot, Piero Biasi, Ronnie Norton … See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
🎉Update from EBMA! 🎉The European Bluegrass Music Association has completed its elections for a new board, and the results are in! 🌟✨
Elected candidates have been contacted to confirm their dedication to serving in their designated roles. Once all confirmations are received, we’ll be glad to introduce the individuals who will be guiding our association forward.🚀
A sincere thank you to everyone who participated in the elections (62 individuals!), whether as candidates or voters. Your involvement is invaluable to our bluegrass community’s growth. Stay tuned as we unveil our new board members! 🎻🎶 🪕#bluegrasseurope #EBMA #bluegrasscommunity #newleadership … See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
📣 Update from EBMA: 👏 Our Extraordinary General Meeting took place on Monday, January 29th, and we appreciate the 30 participants who joined in. During the meeting, we approved the 90-day report from the Interim Board elected on October 25, 2023.
🔄 In a vote, we’ve opted for an online format for the upcoming Board elections. 📧 Emails with the details have been sent to current members, and you have until February 4th to cast your votes. The new Board’s composition will be disclosed on February 6th.
🙌 A sincere thank you to all who have been actively involved. The Interim Board is grateful for your participation and looks forward to a smooth transition. Your support is crucial as we navigate the future of EBMA.
Keep on pickin’! … See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Terry Baucom, aka Duke of Drive, has passed away. He has influenced banjo players and musicians worldwide and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come. May he rest in peace. Sincere condolences go out to his wife Cindy, his family and all who loved him! 😢 … See MoreSee Less
Terry Baucom passes – Bluegrass Today
bluegrasstoday.com
Terry Baucom, a truly and deeply beloved figure in the world of bluegrass banjo, has died following a brief but debilitating illness. He was 71 years of age.0 CommentsComment on Facebook