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| The Cape Fear Blues Society |
| Our Organization The Cape Fear Blues Society was formed in 1987 by a small group of blues supporters in Wilmington, North Carolina and incorporated as a non-profit organization under state law. The CFBS was declared a 501(c)(3) charitable organization by the IRS in 1988. Although growth was minimal in the years that followed, a long-awaited organizational overhaul in 1995 brought about needed change and a surge in both membership and interest. Since then, the CFBS has seen rapid expansion, established a firm foundation for blues music in the Cape Fear region and developed into a vibrant, all-inclusive organization that welcomes listeners, musicians and blues enthusiasts from all walks of life. Thanks to its dynamic membership base, positive perspective, and proactive management, the CFBS is proud to be one of the most successful and widely recognized, non-profit music societies in the Carolinas. |
| Projects & Programs As an active blues organization, our purpose is to insure the perpetuation of blues music on a local, regional and national scale. In the last decade alone, the CFBS has developed and expanded a variety of events to achieve this end: - The Cape Fear Blues Festival is a cultural fixture in our region and a rising star throughout the national blues industry. Festival events feature local, regional & national acts at our Main Stage Concert, All-Day Blues Jam, Blues Cruise, Kick-Off Party, and Blues Workshops. - The Cape Fear Blues Jam has evolved into one of the longest-running blues jams in the Carolinas and is the nucleus for the region's blues community, local musicians and enthusiastic listeners. Veteran & novice players are always welcome on our stage. - The Cape Fear Blues Challenge showcases some of the finest unsigned blues talent vying for cash awards, merchandise, studio recording time and more. Our winners compete at the renowned International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN. In addition, the CFBS participates in numerous special events, benefits, fund-raisers and community projects that capitalize on the many positive aspects of blues music, our support base, and the concerted efforts of our community, members and staff. |
| Communication Communication with our members, supporters and community is of paramount importance. To that end, the CFBS utilizes print, voice, Internet and media services to spread the good word of the blues both far and wide. Each format has its strengths, and we do our level best to exploit the advantages that they offer our organization: The Cape Fear Bluesletter is emailed or U.S. mailed to our members, and distributed widely among music retailers in the Wilmington area. Information regarding CFBS business, events and membership issues are regular features of the Bluesletter. The Bluesline voice mail system allows CFBS members and the general public to hear the latest in blues happenings and plan for blues events on the horizon. Important messages and inquiries can be left for staff members at the callers' convenience. Our website at www.capefearblues.org is the latest addition to our communication armada. It's a vibrant site where blues surfers can find membership information, event details, blues & sponsor links, photo galleries and contact data for the CFBS. Print, radio & television media outlets cover our events throughout the year. The CFBS is also found in national blues magazines, local community calendars, regional entertainment listings and on a variety of comprehensive Internet search engines. The Cape Fear Blues Society is an active participant in the vibrant arts community of Wilmington and the state of North Carolina, as well as the national blues industry. Our presence and support is made known in a variety of ways and we are proud of our affiliation with these organizations and programs: North Carolina Arts Council N.C. Grassroots Grant Program Arts Council of the Lower Cape Fear WHQR 91.3 FM Public Radio Membership Drive WECT-TV6 Celebrate Wilmington! Ad Campaign Recognized Affiliate of The Blues Foundation, Memphis TN If you would like to learn more about the activities, events, programs, membership and outreach of our organization please navigate the many pages of this website at your convenience. Thanks for your interest in the Cape Fear Blues Society. |
Cape Fear Blues Society
Producing, promoting, and presenting blues music throughout the Cape Fear region of North Carolina.
| (c) 2008 Cape Fear Blues Society |