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The 2026 CTBS Band Challenge-Round 1

When
04/12/2026
1:00 PM
Location
Black-Eyed Sally's Hartford CT

The 2026 CTBS challenge is upon us! Each week bands will compete to play in the finals held on May 3rd at Black-Eyed Sally's. The final band will represent the CTBS at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis TN 2027.

This week is:
Electric Lady Band
Carl Ricci & 706 Union Ave. Band
The Greg Mattson Band

This is a free CTBS sponsored event, so let's pack the place!
Blackeyed Sally's does take reservations in the music room as long as you are eating and/or drinking

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