The 74th annual Highfalls Old-Time Fiddlers' Convention will be held at North Moore High School Auditorium Saturday, March 14.

The auditorium is on North Moore Road between Highfalls and Robbins.

Registration for participants will begin at 5 p.m. and end at 7:30 p.m. Bands can participate without preregistration.

Admission is $7 per person for an evening of entertainment that begins at 6 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door. A concession stand will be open throughout the evening.

More than $1,000 in cash prizes and ribbons will be given for the following categories: bands, fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin, singer, dancing, bass fiddle, dobro, piano, and most promising young talent.

Trophies will also be given for the first, second and third place bands.

This event is sponsored by Highfalls Elementary School with the proceeds being used to benefit the school.

Dave "JJ" Moore will emcee this event in which some of the best musicians in the state can be heard.

Anyone needing more information can call Highfalls School during school hours at 464-3600 or visit the Web site at http://schoolcenter.mcs.k12.nc.us/education/school/school.php?sectionid=9.