Music scene · Grass Valley
A Sierra Nevada foothills town with an arts-minded music community mixing acoustic, folk, and rock, centered on small theaters, cafes, and a historic downtown.
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A Sierra Nevada foothills town with an arts-minded music community mixing acoustic, folk, and rock, centered on small theaters, cafes, and a historic downtown.
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Grass Valley, in the Sierra Nevada foothills, has a small arts community with a mix of acoustic, folk, and rock influences. Historic mining-town character and nearby Nevada City add to its modest music appeal.
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