Welcome to HTMA!

As a non-profit organization, our purpose is to preserve and perpetuate the traditional music of a variety of genres, instruments, and styles. This includes what is commonly referred to as folk and old-time music, but also more contemporary music that will become the traditional music of the future. We strive to provide wholesome and informative family entertainment at every event.



Click on the Calendar and the other links above for information and to purchase tickets for events and shows!

On May 23rd, our well-received Beginner Guitar will repeat, with Ashley Loertscher and Wayne Eames offering FREE instruction for beginners and those looking to get back in the game. If you recently started on your guitar journey or could use some guitar tips & pointers, this class is for you. It's geared to true beginners, adults and younger folks alike (8 years and up, please). The class will be on Saturday 5/23 from 11:00-12:45. Register on the Calendar.

Coming on Friday, June 5th, a Special Event show featuring Red Clay Jazz Society, will give us another opportunity to enjoy the exciting 1930s-sound jazz and swing of Chip Gulbro and his band. Chip describes a love of Benny Goodman & Charlie Christian, Lionel Hampton, and others. Tickets are available on our calendar - $15 for HTMA members and $20 for all non-members. Don't wait for these tickets!

We encourage buying your tickets in advance; a few recent shows have been very well attended and we don't want anyone to miss out on a great evening with some of the best acoustic musicians in the area. You won't regret making these shows - and the others on the Calendar - part of your musical planning for the upcoming months. Take a few minutes to look over the Calendar and snag those tickets today!

(Photo courtesy of Ashley Loertscher)

EASY TO GET LOST?? We have help!

Recently we've had a few people confide that they have trouble finding our studio #1038 at Lowe Mill.

The best way to reach the studio is by Door #4. There are other ways, but Door #4 is the shortest walk and has an accessible entrance. Once you enter the main (north) Lowe Mill parking lot, park as close as you can to Door #4. Enter the door, then turn right at the second hallway.The HTMA studio is just a little way down that hallway.

Hope this helps!