The Vermont Blues Society is sending one band and one duo/solo act to represent Vermont at The 2023 International Blues Challenge, to be held January 24-28, 2023 on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee!

If you want the chance to play next to artists from all over the world, you need to be part of this challenge! It's a great experience. But to go to Memphis, first you have to win our local challenge - .
the "VBS VT to Memphis Blues Challenge", taking place:

October 2nd 2022 at the Jackman Stage at Bethany Center/Bethany Church, Montpelier, Vermont (115 Main Street)
Time: Noon-8pm (ending time is dependent on participation numbers).
Application deadline is September 18th.
Scheduling preference will be given to those who sign up early! You will find the application under the tab on the VBS website. (news or IBC)
Let's make 2023 our comeback year!
The challenge will adhere as closely to the IBC rules as possible to give participants a taste of the real deal!!

AUDIENCE IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - Tickets at the door - Donation to support the winning acts