The Sunny Sky Boys Bring Hillbilly Jazz to Spire Mountain Cellars

Guitarist Jerry Ashford and mandolinist Joe Ross to perform live music event on April 18, 2026.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 8:00pm

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A minimalist, abstract illustration featuring bold, jagged shapes in black, white, and red, capturing the vibrant energy and eclectic musical styles of The Sunny Sky Boys' performance.The Sunny Sky Boys' energetic blend of Hillbilly Jazz, Bluegrass, and Western Swing will bring a lively afternoon of music to Spire Mountain Cellars.Oakland Today

The Sunny Sky Boys, a musical duo featuring guitarist Jerry Ashford and mandolinist Joe Ross, will be performing a lively afternoon of Hillbilly Jazz, Bluegrass, Hoedown, Classic Country, and Western Swing at Spire Mountain Cellars in Oakland, Oregon on April 18, 2026 from 1 pm to 4 pm. The event is open to all ages and special guests often join the group on various instruments.

Why it matters

The Sunny Sky Boys' performance at Spire Mountain Cellars is part of the winery's ongoing efforts to bring live music and entertainment to the local community, offering residents and visitors a chance to enjoy a variety of musical genres in a scenic, outdoor setting.

The details

The Sunny Sky Boys, consisting of guitarist Jerry Ashford and mandolinist Joe Ross, will be performing a three-hour set at Spire Mountain Cellars in Oakland, Oregon on April 18, 2026 from 1 pm to 4 pm. The duo is known for their energetic blend of Hillbilly Jazz, Bluegrass, Hoedown, Classic Country, and Western Swing, often accompanied by special guest musicians on fiddle, bass, pedal steel, percussion, lap steel, Dobro, banjo, or vocals.

  • The Sunny Sky Boys will perform at Spire Mountain Cellars on April 18, 2026 from 1 pm to 4 pm.

The players

The Sunny Sky Boys

A musical duo featuring guitarist Jerry Ashford and mandolinist Joe Ross, known for their energetic blend of Hillbilly Jazz, Bluegrass, Hoedown, Classic Country, and Western Swing.

Spire Mountain Cellars

A winery located at the foothill of Tyee Mountain in Oakland, Oregon that hosts live music events and other community-oriented activities.

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What they’re saying

“Expect a lively afternoon of Hillbilly Jazz, Bluegrass, Hoedown, Classic Country & Western Swing.”

— Joe Ross, Musician

What’s next

Spire Mountain Cellars will continue to host live music events and community activities throughout the year, providing local residents and visitors with opportunities to enjoy a variety of musical performances in a scenic, outdoor setting.

The takeaway

The Sunny Sky Boys' performance at Spire Mountain Cellars is a testament to the enduring appeal of traditional American music genres and the importance of supporting local, community-oriented businesses that bring people together through shared cultural experiences.