The 35th International Blues Challenge in Memphis January 22-26, 2019 – Tix on sale now! :: RBA Publishing, Inc

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Our Mission: To preserve blues heritage, celebrate blues recording and performance, expand worldwide awareness of the blues, and ensure the future of this uniquely American art form.

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35th International Blues Challenge
January 22 - 26, 2019
Beale Street | Memphis, TN

TICKET INFORMATION

IBC Passes - For week-long event access, including general admission to the Finals - $100
Orpheum Theatre Finals - Premium Seating Upgrades (Saturday, January 26th) - $26
Keeping the Blues Alive - Brunch and Ceremony Tickets (Friday, January 25th) - $60

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HOTEL & ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

The Downtown Memphis DoubleTree is the host hotel for the 35th Annual International Blues Challenge. The Blues Foundation has reserved blocks of rooms at special discounted rates for guests of the 2019 IBC. Click on the link below for a full list of partner hotels, room rates, and information to help you book your rooms.

IBC LODGING

EVENT WEEK SCHEDULE

This 2019 International Blues Challenge officially opens on Tuesday, January 22nd with the International Showcase at Club 152. Quarterfinals and Semifinals will take place on Wednesday through Friday, January 23-24-25. IBC Finals will be held Saturday, January 26th beginning at Noon at The Historic Orpheum Theatre. Throughout the week you can enjoy panels, workshops, master classes, and more.

Click below for the 2019 IBC Schedule and watch for additions and updates as we continue to build exciting programming for attendees.

IBC SCHEDULE

OFFICIAL IBC MERCH

Your official 2019 IBC Merchandise can now be purchased ahead of your trip to Memphis. During IBC week, in addition to IBC merchandise, Blues Foundation, and Blues Hall of Fame items will be available at both IBC Headquarters on the 2nd Floor of Club 152 on Beale Street and at the Blues Hall of Fame Museum.

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PLEASE CONSIDER ADVERTISING
IN THE IBC PROGRAM

To place an ad in the 35th International Blues Challenge Program,
please contact Scott Allen at (515) 480-4437 or scott@blues.org.
The deadline to reserve your ad spot is December 10.

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VISIT THE IBC PAGE FOR
MORE CONTENT

In the coming weeks and months leading up to the 35th IBC, please visit the International Blues Challenge page for the most current information including names of all registered bands, solo/duo artists, Youth Showcase participants, Best Self-Produced CD entrants, and more!

IBC HOME PAGE

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Don't forget to tag The Blues Foundation and use #2019IBC when you post on your social media. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram below!

The Blues Foundation Staff is here to serve you.
Please feel free to contact us with your questions or concerns:

Barbara Newman
President & CEO
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barbara@blues.org

Addison Hare
Communications Coordinator
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addison@blues.org

Elizabeth Montgomery Brown
Controller
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elizabeth@blues.org

Hannah Lewellen
Membership Coordinator
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hannah@blues.org

Joe Whitmer
Production Consultant
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joe@blues.org

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