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Gram Rea is an award-winning professional utility musician, singer, songwriter, and music educator originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is a multi-instrumentalist known for blending genres like classical violin with Southern soul.

Gram Rae is no stranger to the Biloxi Box Set Music Festival. He’s appeared on numerous occasions, sometimes teaming up with other artists. Having this local boy perform once again is a true treat!

Early Life and Education

  • Violin Scholarship: His formal musical journey began at age 11 with classical violin. This eventually led him to attend Southeastern Louisiana University on a violin scholarship.
  • Self-Taught Skills: Before college, Rea expanded his repertoire by teaching himself to play various other instruments by ear.
Gram Rea plays “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” at the 2023 Biloxi Box Set Music Festival

Career and Contributions

  • Utility Musician: Rea is described as a “utility musician,” meaning he is proficient in multiple instruments for live performances and studio sessions.
  • Professional Work: Throughout his career, he has performed and recorded with numerous artists and served as a worship leader.
  • Music Education: He has a background in music education, including volunteering for pre-school music programs on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
  • Philanthropy: He frequently collaborates with organizations like the Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs and the Land Trust for the Mississippi Coastal Plain, often donating live performances to be auctioned for charity.

He is currently based in the Ocean Springs, Mississippi area, where he continues to perform as a solo artist and wedding entertainer

Attendance & Registration

Access to the performance area is exclusive to registered attendees. 

The Full Line Up of Artists is as Follows:

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Friday, September 11, 2026

Saturday, September 12, 2026

EMCEE by Greg Dumas