While at the 2012 Telluride Bluegrass Festival in Colorado this June, Punch Brothers performed Rob Moose's transcription of J.S. Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 for bluegrass ensemble, with two violins. It was originally scored for three violins, three violas, three cellos,
Though it does not apply to the acoustic instrument division, many bluegrass players have been following the case of Gibson Guitars and their investigation by the US government over charges of illegally importing woods for use in building guitars. In the
Evidence continues to mount on the value of a college education for young bluegrass musicians. As recent graduates from the handful of programs that focus on bluegrass find jobs with touring artists, or release strong new projects, the case just
Flats & Sharps is a quartet of Cornish lads who have been recently enamored with the bluegrass music. Following the classic model, they first heard the music at a live show, rushed out to obtain instruments of their own, and
We've posted many times about The Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour, and their ongoing support of bluegrass music. The program, which is now available on both radio and television, originates from Lexington, KY (deep in bluegrass country), has featured most
Acoustic Oasis has announced the release of three digital releases, timed in celebration of what would have been the 70th birthday of Jerry Garcia. All three are offered for download in Hi-Def audio (24 bit, 96 khz), which Acoustic Oasis describes
Are you a college student in the Nashville area looking for a Fall internship? KCA Artists, formerly known as Keith Case & Associates, is on the hunt now for Fall interns. The company is among the most prestigious booking agencies in
Ah, the joys of summer... and summer vacation! Those of us who live within an easy drive of the coast are wont to spend time at the beach when a break is in the offing. In just this way, I find
Greg Cahill, President of the Foundation for Bluegrass Music, asked us to remind everyone that the 2012 deadline for special projects grant applications is looming. $8000 has been set aside to fund grants in the names of Earl Scruggs and Warren Hellman, a pair
Fred McWayne sent along these shots of the good Doctor of mountain Music, Ralph Stanley, when he performed June 8 at the Carolina Theater in Greensboro, NC.
