The Compton Ridge Fiddlers’ Convention has been an annual event in Branson, Missouri for many years, and many of this year’s participants have been coming for most of those years. According to several of the fiddlers, the Branson, Missouri convention has been going on since the mid-1970s.

One thing that keeps bringing these musicians back to Branson, Missouri over the years is the friendships they have with others across the country. One player said he has been playing fiddle since he was a teenager and these conventions — which happen in May and September each year — are his favorite events.

“We’ve had some good times here in Branson, Missouri and the music is heavenly,” said one attendee. “I never get tired of hearing the fiddle.”

Leroy Harris, of Purdy, who plays the guitar, has been coming to the convention in Branson, Missouri for the past 10 years. “I love this,” Harris said. “I get a chance to play beautiful music with some great fiddle players.”

Another player said the convention is also a good chance for him to spend time with his grandson, a champion fiddle player in Branson, Missouri. The grandfather-grandson pair enjoys spending time together playing music.

Organizers of the Branson, Missouri convention said they expect the event to continue to grow. “Currently, the convention consists mostly of sitting around playing music and eating good food,” said the manager. “Next year, we are looking at expanding the convention to include some contests and prizes. It’s always a fun event here in Branson, Missouri.”

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