The rich and vibrant history of Memphis, specifically Memphis music, is singular and known the world over. Beale Street, Sun Records, Stax Records and Elvis Presley's Graceland are all on any list of important sites in American musical history and they are all a part of Memphis.
The Lorain Motel, the National Civil Rights Museum, Gibson Guitar Factory and many other exciting points of interest are also available on your visit to Memphis.
Last but not least, the food, the food, the food, and the food again is singular and known the world over. Downhome Southern cookin' and Bar-B-Q at its best and just around any corner. Don't miss this oportunity to visit Memphis. You'll love it!
The 2011 Drum Festival and Competition tentatively will be held at the Memphis Cook Convention Center in Memphis. This facility will provide our Festival participants with the convenience and hospitality needed to make our Festival a great success!
Memphis, Tennessee, is located in Southwestern Tenessee in Shelby county. It is accessible via major interstate highways 40, 55 and 78, via rail by AmTrack, and via air to the Memphis International Airport on the major carriers Delta, American, Contintental and US Air.
The HQ for the drumming Festival is tentatively the Memphis Marriott Downtown. It is located at:
250 North Main
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 527-7300
The Memphis Marriott Downtown will provide a discounted rate to DTTW participants and is adjacent to the festival site. Please Click on the links below for additional information.