Welcome and thank you for your interest in
Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music Studies
at East Tennessee State University!

Located in Johnson City, Tennessee, East Tennessee State University is the only four-year university in the world with a comprehensive program in bluegrass music studies. Our faculty members with impressive professional credentials provide students the benefits of their experience and insights gathered over years of recording and performing with top musicians in the field. The program includes a variety of bluegrass and country music courses, both performance-oriented and academic. Minors in both Bluegrass and in Appalachian Studies are also offered, to which bluegrass courses can be applied.

East Tennessee State University is an ideal place to pursue studies in bluegrass, old time, and country music. Here, music is a part of everyday life. As a student, you will make friends quickly and easily and find a multitude of opportunities to share your music with others, both on and off campus.