Raised in Switzerland, the Kruger Brothers will bring an international flavor to the Blue Ridge Music Center (milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway) on Saturday, July 31, when they join John Lilly and the Cheatin’ Hearts on the amphitheater stage.

Jens and Uwe Kruger have performed as an acoustic group worldwide for more than 30 years on guitar and banjo, embracing a wide range of styles. About a decade ago they were joined by bassist Joel Landsberg to form the acoustic trio known as the Kruger Brothers.

Their virtuoso playing and warm, friendly stage presence makes their music uniquely special. The Kruger Brothers’ musical style encompasses all types of music through their personal individual development, classical European musical influences, and love of the American spirit. Combined, the result is what can only be described as new American music.

Kicking off the show is West Virginia’s John Lilly. Specializing in Americana, country roots, and traditional folk music, Lilly was the 2005 winner of the national Ghost Writers in the Sky songwriting contest, competing to write a song in the style of Hank Williams. He routinely writes new songs that sound old and sings old songs as though there were written yesterday. He and his band, the Cheatin’ Hearts are an acoustic treat to be enjoyed.

The concert starts at 7 p.m. with seating beginning at 5:30 p.m. Tickets for this concert are $15. BRMC Concert Club members get a $2 discount per ticket. Call 276.236.5309 ext. 112 for info on how to join and save. This is an all ages event. Children 12 and under are free.

Advance tickets and info are available online or by calling the Blue Ridge Music Center at 276.236.5309. Tickets will also be available at the gate. No pets in the amphitheater or alcohol. Picnic food is permitted. Concessions are available. Lawnchairs and blankets recommended. The Blue Ridge Music Center has evening concerts on weekends through mid-September in the outdoor amphitheater at the foot of beautiful Fisher Peak (only 10 miles from Galax).

Upcoming performances:
Aug 8, 2010 (Sun)             Tony Rice Unit / Rich In Tradition $20

Aug 14, 2010                       No Concert (Enjoy the 75th Annual Galax Fiddlers Convention)

Aug 21, 2010                       Piano Concert: Daryl Davis, Gary Patton & guests $15

Aug 28, 2010                       Paul Williams & The Victory Trio / Carl Jones & Beverly Smith $15

Sept 4, 2010                        Family Traditions Concert: Dale Jett & Hello Stranger/ The Sheets Family Band  $10

September 10,11,12       Blue Ridge Parkway 75th Anniversary Free performances and activities at BRMC all weekend long including concerts featuring: Sierra Hull Band, Ralph Stanley & The Clinch Mountain Boys, Laura Boosinger and Josh Goforth, The Churchmen, The Round Peak Boys, Phil Jamison and Buck Mountain Band.