Micheal, a true muso and friend, gone

All of us are shocked and deeply saddened by the untimely death of one of the central figures in Auckland bluegrass, our dear friend Micheal Young.

He was a huge presence at our club, musical events, festivals, and other folk clubs. He appeared in a variety of bands and performed at a high level on guitar, mandolin, bass, and banjo, as well as singing.

A legendary jammer, he taught many of us to play.

He worked as hard behind the scenes as he did performing, and he was a generous and friendly soul whom we will miss terribly.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his partner, Trude.

Arrangements TBA

Old Timey Session Wed 28 October 2026

The monthly Old Timey Session is a great opportunity for instrumentalists to join with others and play tunes in the old timey style. All levels of players are welcome and listeners are encouraged.

Unlike Bluegrass sessions where individual improvisation is encouraged, in Old Timey sessions the musicians play the tunes together.

The session tunes are selected from list in the Resources section of this website.

Auckland Bluegrass Club Old Timey Session
Wednesday 28th October 2026 07:30 pm - 09:30pm
The Greenhouse 20 Williamson Avenue, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1021
Admission is free.

New Venue club night 11 November 2026 7:30pm

Club Night at the Woodshed

Upstairs, 38 Monmouth St, Grey Lyn

This club night is your opportunity to be one of the first performers at our fabulous brand new venue called the Woodshed, upstairs at 38 Monmouth St, Grey Lynn. The Woodshed is a purpose built renovated venue and is a our new home, and sees us return to a central location, just off Great North Road in Grey Lynn.

We are kicking off with a night of floor performers to give the sound system a good workout.

Our special thanks go out to the folks at Bunker who have provided us with a great venue while the Woodshed was completed.

This will set us up for a Christmas party on the 9 December, and on the 17 December the amazing Andrew Clermont from Australia‍ ‍

But for now bring your instruments and songs and help us launch the Woodshed.

Auckland Bluegrass Club Night
11 November 2026 7:30 - 10 pm
The Woodshed
Upstairs 38 Monmouth St, Grey Lynn.

Admission $10 on the door.