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In this very special episode Liz talks with Alison Brown, virtuoso banjo player, First Lady of Bluegrass, Grammy award winner. She shares her insight into our favorite music, the industry, the increasing role women in bluegrass – and encourages Liz to take up the banjo! Plus, Mike reviews the roots and predecessors of banjo-playing women. Some Mentions in this Episode: Alison Brown / @alisononbanjo Banjo Basecamp: October 6 – 10 in North Adams MA Alison’s Banjo School on Artistworks IBMA World of Bluegrass: September 16 – 20 in Chattanooga TN Fiddle Hell: November 16 -20 in Westford MA Wernick Method Jam Camp: October 10 – 12 in Warwick NY Music in this Episode (in order of appearance): “Girl’s Breakdown” –  Alison Brown on ‘Fair Weather’ “Song of the Banjo” – Alison Brown on ’Song of the Banjo’ “Wolf Moon” – Alison Brown on ‘Simple Pleasures’ “Leaving Cottondale” – Alison Brown on ‘Simple Pleasures’ “Under the (Five) Wire” -  Alison Brown with Joe Craven, Garry West, John R. Burr on “Company You Keep” Episode Index 02:50 Allison Brown's Musical Journey 22:26 Women and Banjo in History 28:00 Upcoming Events and Announcements Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the International Bluegrass Music Association © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

Mike gets to chat with Martha Spencer, leader of the Wonderland Country Band, and  fiddle player Lucas Pasley. They share about their musical roots in the Blue Ridge Mountains, self-expression in music, … and some surprising fiddle-playing techniques! Liz and Mike have another Jam Talk, where they discuss different jam cultures, finding the right jam for you, and … sousaphones. Join us! Mentioned in this Episode: Martha Spencer and the Wonderland Country Band / @marthaalice_in_wonderland “Wonderland” by Martha Spencer Lucas Pasley / Lucas on Patreon Women in Roots Project The Blue Ridge Girls @theblueridgegirls Junior Appalachian Musicians @juniorappalachianmusicians Westport Folk Festival @westportfolkbluegrass Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam @ Delia’s Lounge bluegrassjamsnearme.com Fiddle Hell – November 13 – 16th Music in this Episode, in order of appearance: (Note: All music can be found on Martha’s “Wonderland” album) “You’ve Rambled Too Long” “Midsummer Serenade” “Young Rover” “Rags Over Riches” “Come Home, Virginia Rose” Episode Index: 03:54 Interview with Martha Spencer and Lucas Pasley 19:34 Jam Talk: Diversity and Variety in Jamming 29:50 Closing Remarks and Next Episode Preview   Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

Bluegrass legend and mandolin virtuoso Emory Lester shares his insights into the development of style and technique in bluegrass, his experiences playing with bluegrass royalty … and his belt-length hair and rock-and-roll career! Plus, we get to meet Brooklyn’s own Alex Deane (by way of Nashville TN), and discuss her growing up in bluegrass, and tips on jamming. Enjoy! Mentions in this Episode: Emory Lester emorylester.com Emory Lester on Facebook ‘1863’ – Emory Lester & Mark Johnson   Alex Deane @alexdeanemusic Michael Daves @michael.daves michaeldaves.com   Wernick Method Jam Camp – October 10-12 Fiddle Hell – November 13-16 Music in this Episode (in order of Appearance): ‘Fisher’s Hornpipe’ – Emory Lester & Mark Johnson ‘My Long Journey Home’ – The Monroe Brothers ‘Where I’m Bound’ – Della Mae & Tom Paxton ‘Back Up and Push’ – Emory Lester   Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

Mike chats with some of our favorite local musicians and they share their musical journeys. Raven and Red (Mitchell Lane and Brittany Jones) are Tennessee transplants who have taken root and thrive here in the East.  Emma Turoff is an extraordinary mandolinist who is Brooklyn born and bred. Also – how well do you know the Bluegrass Borough? Take Liz’s Brooklyn Quiz and find out! Mentions in this Episode: Raven and Red ravenandred.com   @raven_and_red Emma Turoff @emmaroseturroff   youtube: @emmaroseturoff7760 Berklee College of Music berklee.edu   @berkleecollege Fiddle Hell fiddlehell.org   @fiddlehell Bluegrass by the Bridge Jam @ Delia’s Lounge Bluegrass Jams Near Me Comprehensive Jam and Event Info from Porch Stomp Music in this Episode, in order of appearance: ‘Another Empty Bottle’ – Raven and Red ‘Lee Highway Blues’ – Stuard Duncan ‘Hard Rock Mountain Prison’ – IIIrd Tyme Out ‘Buried in a Cape’ – Andrew Marlin ‘Stripped Pants on a High Chair’ – Emma Turoff, Annie McDougall Episode Index: 00:39 Today's Theme: Homegrown 01:34 Upcoming Events and Jams 03:52 Interview with Raven and Red 13:29 Interview with Emma Turoff 24:51 Brooklyn Quiz Time 28:42 Closing Remarks and Future Plans   Professional Member, International Bluegrass Music Association   © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved  

Liz chats with Becky Buller, 10-time IBMA award winner and fiddle virtuoso. They cover Becky’s life in bluegrass music, her new album “Songs that Sing Me”, what it’s like to win an IBMA award – and her daughter’s dance recital!  We also learn about the Westchester Bluegrass Club, an amazing venue just north of New York City where we can go hear the top bluegrass musicians. Join us! Mentions in this Episode Becky Buller @beckybullerofficial  beckybuller.com “Songs that Sing Me” on Dark Shadow Recordings International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) @intlbluegrass ibma.org Westchester Bluegrass Club  @westchester_bluegrass_club  westchesterbluegrassclub.com Delia’s Lounge Warwick Wernick Method Jam Camp   Music in this Episode (in order of appearance) “Wall Around Your Heart” – Becky Buller “Bile ‘em Cabbage Down” – Andy Statman “Boxcar” – Mountain Grass Unit “Weary Lonesome Blues” – The Price Sisters “Muddy Waters” – Becky Buller   Episode Timeline 00:00 Introduction 03:54 Interview with Becky Buller 22:15 Interview with Mike Burns of Westchester Bluegrass Club 29:49 Conclusion and Farewell © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

Liz and Mike kick off a new ‘Iconic Venues’ theme … and where else but at Sunny's Bar in Red Hook, Brooklyn! Liz interviews Tone (pronounce too-na) Johansen, the owner of Sunny's, who shares her musical background, her passion for bluegrass, and some advice for new jammers.  Mike chats with Tim Davis, a longtime regular at Sunny's, who gives us a glimpse into the magic of the Sunny’s jam community. Join us! Mentions in this Episode: Sunny’s Bar Red Hook  @sunnysbarofficial “The Wind and the Rain – A Story about Sunny’s Bar” “Homecoming” by Tone Johansen Podunk Bluegrass Music Festival The Ashokan Center Bluegrass by the Bridge Jam @ Delia’s Lounge Bluegrass Jams Near Me Music in this Episode (in order of appearance): ‘Sunny’s Bar’ – Tone Johansen from ‘Homecoming’ [The remaining music was recorded at the Sunny’s Bar jam, and graciously provided by Tim Davis] “Long Black Veil” – led by Raven and Red “Company Store” led by Tim Davis “This Land is Your Land – in a Minor Key” – led by Tim Davis “I Heard a Sweet Voice” – led by Tone Johansen Episode Times 00:40 Liz and Mike introduce Iconic Venues: Sunny's of Red Hook 03:43 Interview with Tone Johansen 21:59 Meet Tim Davis 33:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

We’re excited to be back with Season 3!  Harry Clark and Maddie Denton of East Nash Grass tell us about the band's life on tour, songwriting, and much more. We catch up with Hilary Hawke for an update on her busy musical schedule, jamming with a guitar, and what music she's been listening to! We hope you enjoy this visit with our musical friends! Some Mentions in this Episode: East Nash Grass eastnashgrass.com @eastnashgrass ‘Lonesome Song’ Hilary Hawke hilaryhawkemusic.com @highatmissphere Lift Up This Old World Podunk Bluegrass Music Festival podunkbluegrass.com @podunkbluegrass Brenna MacMillan @brennafrancesmacmillan AJ Lee & Blue Summit Music bluesummitmusic.com @ajleebluesummit Music in this Episode (In order of appearance): ‘Bend in the Road’ – East Nash Grass ‘Black Bear’ – Brenna MacMillan ‘All I’ve Ever Known’ – Hilary Hawke Band ‘The World Rests Its Head’ – Hilary Hawke Band ‘Following You’ – East Nash Grass Episode Segments: East Nash Grass: 02’ 50” Hilary Hawke: 17’ 17” Our mobile podcasts are powered by Audigo Labs. Click here to learn more. @Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, All Rights Reserved

We meet Tati Hargreaves (yes, that Hargreaves), a brilliant fiddler and dedicated music educator who is helping to reshape the sound and repertoire of old time music and bluegrass! We explore her approach to teaching and learning, her career as competing in Texas Style fiddle contests, jamming - and how all that shapes her music today. Also, Liz and Mike get into some jam busting in the new segment "Jam Talk"! Enjoy the episode. Mentions in this Episode: Tatiana Hargreaves @dragonfiddler tatianahargreaves.com Bluegrass by the Stroll @ Delia's Lounge 7/18/25 facebook.com/share/16rKChWbh1 Alex Deane @ Urbane Arts 7/26 @urbane_brooklyn @alexdeanemusic Alice Gerrard @alice.gerrard 34th St. Partnership 34thstreet.org Information on Jam Jersey and Warwick Weekend bluegrassjamsnearme.com Music in this Episode, in order of appearance. '8th of January' - Tatiana Hargreaves & Allison de Groot 'Rocky Pallet' - Tatiana Hargreaves 'I Would Not Live Always' - Tatiana Hargreaves & Allison de Groot 'The Road That's Walked by Fools' -  Tatiana Hargreaves & Allison de Groot 'Beaufort County Jail' - Tatiana Hargreaves & Allison de Groot @Bluegrass BKLYN LLC 2025 All Rights Reserved Bluegrass BKLYN LLC 

Join Mike on his trip down under, in search of Bluegrass in Australia! He visits the National Folk Festival where musicians from across the wide continent converge. Listen in as he talks with Bruce Packard, a veteran bluegrass musician, The High Street Drifters, a hard-driving bluegrass band … and Linda Dowdy, a banjo-playing trail boss from Missouri! It’s an amazing journey, and we hope you’ll enjoy tagging along. Mentions in this Episode: Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club @melbournescottishfiddlers melbournescottishfiddlers.com National Folk Festival @nationalfolkfestival The High Street Drifters @highstreetdrifters thehighstreetdrifters.com Grundy Banjos grundybanjos.com Grey Fox Festival July 16 - 20 @greyfoxbluegrass greyfoxbluegrass.com Bluegrass by the Stoll @ Delia’s Lounge July 18 facebook.com/events/1257969332686891 deliaslounge.com Bluegrass Week @ The Ashokan Center August 4 – 8 ashokancenter.org/product/bluegrass-camp-2025 The Violin Centre violincentre.com.au Katoomba Music Store @katoombamusic Music in this Episode (in order of appearance) ‘Back to the Hills’ – The High Street Drifters The Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club live on stage ‘The Shores of Botany Bay’ – The Bushwackers ‘Rat Race’ – The High Street Drifters ‘Jesse James’ – Sonny Osborne ‘Hobo from Boho’  – The High Street Drifters

We get to talk with Jake Jolliff, one of Brooklyn’s Finest, a mandolin virtuoso of the first order, composer, bandleader, and teacher. He shares his thoughts on practice, performance, blending musical influences, and much more. As a special treat, we hear from Riyae Park, one of Brooklyn’s best kept musical secrets … but not for long! Join us and enjoy the episode. Mentioned in this Episode The Jacob Jolliff Band @jacob.jolliff www.jacobjolliff.com Riyae Park @riyae_music Ashokan Center Bluegrass Camp August 4-8 ashokancenter.org/product/bluegrass-camp-2025/ Molly Tuttle @mollytuttle www.mollytuttlemusic.com/ Della Mae @heyheydellamae www.dellamae.com/ Sunny’s Bar @sunnysbarofficial www.sunnysredhook.com/ Jalopy Theater and School of Music @jalopybrooklyn www.jalopytheatre.com Delia’s Lounge Jam (1st and 3rd Saturday of each month) www.facebook.com/groups/502898005440270 www.deliaslounge.com Music in this Episode (in order of appearance): ‘Columbus Stockade Blues’ – The Jacob Jolliff Band ‘These Songs’ – Della Mae ‘White Freightliner’ – Tommy Emmanuel & Molly Tuttle ‘LA County Blues’ – The Jacob Jolliff Band ‘One Night in Glasgow’ – The Jacob Jolliff Band

This episode explores the theme of Women in Bluegrass. Liz has a fascinating discussion with Della Mae bandleader Kimber Ludiker where they cover everything from upcoming camps, new albums and tunes, the challenges of touring – and throwing pottery! And, once again, you can test your knowledge of bluegrass history with a quiz. Enjoy the episode!   Some Mentions in this Episode Kimber Ludiker and Della Mae @kimberludiker www.dellamae.com/ Bluegrass Camp at the Ashokan Center 8/4-8/8/25 www.ashokancenter.org/product/bluegrass-camp-2025/ Alice Gerrard www.alicegerrard.com Porch Stomp 2025 www.porchstomp.com @porchstomp Lowell Folk Festival www.lowellfolkfestival.org @lowellfolkfest Music in order of appearance “No See Um Stomp” – Della Mae “Redwing” – Johnny Gimble “Side Saddle” – Molly Tuttle and Gillian Welch “They’ll Never Keep Us Down” – Hazel Dickens “West Virginia My Home” – Hazel Dickens “Black Lung” – Hazel Dickens “Jeopardy Theme, Bluegrass Style” – Mike Few / Youtube “Cacklin’ Hen” -  Kimber Ludiker and Deanie Richardson      

Join Mike on his journey through the amazing 4-day music camp leading up to the iconic DelFest. Meet Chris Ward, the new fiddle player in the Del McCoury Band and Travelin' McCourys. Follow his progress through the Band Scramble, and along listen in on intriguing and informative conversations with instructors and musicians. Del Yeah! Mentions in this Episode: Delfest Academy www.delfest.com/delfest-academy Del McCoury Band www.delmccouryband.com/ Deanie Richardson and Sister Sadie www.deanierichardson.com/ www.sistersadieband.com/ Christian Ward @christianpennward Screen Porch Pickers www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567301721570 Digital Sound Board www.digitalsoundboard.net/ Porch Stomp 2025 https://www.porchstomp.com/ Music in this Episode (in order of appearance) "Can't Get You Off My Mind" - Del McCoury Band @ Delfest "Can't You Hear Me Calling" - Del McCoury Band @ Delfest "Listen to the Radio" - The Radio Fliers @ Delfest Academy Band Scramble "Count Me Out" - Del McCoury Band @ Delfest  

There are so many great musicians and personalities here in the Bluegrass Borough - we wanted you give you a chance to meet a few. We chat with some of our favorite folks from around the jam circle. Listen in on the interesting and surprising conversations, and join us as we drop in on an iconic New York City jam. Some ‘Mentions’ in this episode: Roger Oliver @rto_oliver Sunny’s Bar in Red Hook, BKLYN sunnysredhook.com Zach Williams thewestsidecowboys.com @iamzlw Musicians on Call https://www.musiciansoncall.org Donna Kirby wantedgalmusic.com Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam facebook.com/groups/502898005440270 Porch Stomp 2025 – June 21st porchstomp.com Jam Jersey 2026 bluegrassjamsnearme.com/jamjersey Sheriff Bob's Good Time Jam acebook.com/BobsGoodtimeJam Music in this Episode (in order of appearance) ‘Tear my Stillhouse Down’ – Gillian Welch ‘Big Ball in Brooklyn’ – Flatt & Scruggs ‘Hard Times’ – The Longest Johns ‘Family Tradition’ – The West Side Cowboys (live) ‘Brooklyn Smells Like Oregon’ – Donna Kirby / Wanted Gal ‘King of the Road’ – David McKay (jam) ‘Banks of the Ohio’ – John Vitali (jam) ‘Swing Low’ – Ed Robbins (jam) ‘Boneparte’s Retreat’ - Donny L'Hirondelle

Liz revisits her bluegrass roots, returning to her home town of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We get to meet some of the amazing musicians and characters there, drop in on the jam scene, take a trip down memory lane with Liz and her sisters … and what’s this about potatoes? You’ll enjoy discovering a thriving bluegrass scene you may not have known about. Some Mentions in this Episode: Trish Imbrogno www.trishplaysbass.com @trishplaysbass Becky Buller www.beckybuller.com @beckybullerofficial Sweaty Already String Band www.sweatyalreadystringband.com/ Starlite Lounge, Blawnox PA https://www.starlite-lounge.com Andy’s Ramble Bluegrass Band @ Delia’s Lounge 6/8/25 www.deliaslounge.com https://www.facebook.com/share/18qjSZv2vn/ Porch Stomp @ Governors Island 6/21/25 www.porchstomp.com @porchstomp Music in this Episode (in order of appearance) ‘Think of What You’ve Done’ – Sweaty Already String Band ‘Clinch Mountain Backstep’– Sweaty Already String Band ‘ Cherokee Shuffle’ – Becky Buller ‘My Home’s Across the Smokey Mountains’ – Pete Seeger ‘The Keeper of the Door’ – Old Buck ‘Columbus Stockade Blues’ – Liz Wolfe and the Starlite Jammers ‘Battle of New Orleans’ – Pete Seeger ‘Country Girl’ – Liz and her Sisters

One of our great fiddle players, Alex Hargreaves, tells us about his diverse musical journey that includes Texas-style fiddle competitions, and jazz bands, and bluegrass. We talk about touring, teaching, performing, and ... a proposal! Also, Liz and Mike compare notes on shows, events, and festivals coming up this Summer and Fall. We hope you enjoy the episode! Mentions in this Episode: Alex Hargreaves https://www.alexhargreaves.net/ @alexhargreaves.music Grant Gordy https://www.grantgordy.com/ @grantgordy National Fiddle Contest @ Weiser, Idaho https://www.fiddlecontest.org/ @nationalfiddlecontest Berklee College of Music https://college.berklee.edu/ Artistworks Fiddle School https://artistworks.com/fiddle-lessons-alex-hargreaves Andy's Ramble Bluegrass Band @ Delia's Lounge 6/8/25 https://www.deliaslounge.com/new-events-2/2025/6/8/andys-ramble-bluegrass-band @statmanandy @bluegrassbklyn Porch Stomp https://www.porchstomp.com/ @porchstomp Grey Fox Festival https://greyfoxbluegrass.com/ Ashokan Bluegrass Camp https://ashokancenter.org/product/bluegrass-camp-2025/ IBMA World of Bluegrass 2025 https://worldofbluegrass.org/ Music in this Episode (in order of appearance): 'Malfunction Junction' - Billy Strings / Alex Hargreaves on 'Highway Prayers' https://open.spotify.com/track/70TpmiBQ53x2WZLQb2JJGI?si=ab345d20b4e44bcf 'Whistlin' Rufus' - Stuart Duncan on 'Stuart Duncan' https://open.spotify.com/track/6ZLr1de5GgZbMZAAYOyG8X?si=bfa3b21874974f49 'Mobius' - Grant Gordy on 'Peripheral Visions' https://open.spotify.com/track/3Ia6G8f8K2b0bfTnKsjmzN?si=8eca10b37e8144a5 'All Will Be Well' - Sister Sadie on 'All Will Be Well' https://open.spotify.com/track/6PKbLypSzDkN4RaPGUYVF8?si=2d10e840e0774982 'Escabana' - Billy Strings / Alex Hargreaves on 'Highway Prayers' https://open.spotify.com/track/0TR6IW2Wk8NQCAsU0ecAc7?si=d3e018252d884151  

Mike and Liz get a chance to speak with Chris Jones, long time bluegrass musician, front man of 'Chris Jones and the Night Drivers', host of Sirius XM's 'Bluegrass Junction' channel, and songwriter. He touches on all areas of our favorite music, and provides fascinating insights from his unique perspective.  Mentions in this Episode: Chris Jones @chrisjonesgrass www.chrisjonesgrass.com "Plenty Ventured" - Chris' latest single https://open.spotify.com/track/2ZzoeQezaCO1MVQRJfKZd3?si=cc06e80599f24a15 Andy's Ramble Bluegrass Band @ Delia's Lounge 6/8/25 https://www.facebook.com/share/18o6hTrqxc/ Porch Stomp - 6/21/25 www.porchstomp.com Music in this Episode (in order of appearance) "We Needed this Ride" - Chris Jones and the Night Drivers https://open.spotify.com/track/2vkI1Q5hDLjk1KiVDHpAvp?si=57e8fa1b4523416e "Cumberland Gap"- Flatt and Scruggs https://open.spotify.com/track/2IGLgLzFxFUiDnGjshugWZ?si=6f63116a1ec24257 "Kentucky Waltz" - Bill Monroe and his Bluegrass Boys https://open.spotify.com/track/5QJPCbA17g4a316gQ9pVQv?si=5775db9c28784f3d "Pages in Your Hand" - Chris Jones and the Night Drivers https://open.spotify.com/track/1Jm0SgFRW6nxdIb7q6rxmi?si=3d218470ff374010  

Liz and Mike continue to explore the theme of 'Women in Bluegrass' with an in-depth interview with Hilary Hawke, Brooklyn-based banjo virtuoso, band leader, and teacher. The topics range from cross-over Country music, women in jams, approach to learning and .... fish-net stockings(!). Mike offers you a challenge to your musical knowledge with a fun quiz. Enjoy the episode! Some mentions in this episode: Hilary Hawke @highatmissphere Link to album Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hilaryhawke/hilary-hawke-new-album-lift-up-this-old-world?ref=discovery_location&total_hits=7998&category_id=37 Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam https://www.facebook.com/groups/502898005440270 Bluegrass Jams Near Me www.bluegrassjamsnearme.com Music in this episode (in order of appearance): 'Lonely Heart' - Hilary Hawke Band 'Hey Me, Hey Moma' - Sierra Farrell 'Ring of Fire' - June Carter Quiz Tunes (you'll have to listen!) 'Alison's Band' - Charlie Sizemore '4 Cent Cotton' - Hilary Hawke Band

We had an unbelievable time at Jam Jersey in April, and wanted to give you a recap. So much fun, so much music! Mike, Liz, and co-producer Jordan Richmond talk about how this important new event in the Northeast region took shape, and we get to talk with attendees and volunteers, hear some of the music. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Some Mentions in this episode: Jordan Richmond https://www.pioneervalleyflamethrowers.com/ Liz Wolfe www.bluegrassjamsnearme.com Alex Deane https://www.instagram.com/alexdeanemusic/ @alexdeanemusic @theoldgrimes @dirtymotherstringband https://www.facebook.com/DirtyMotherStringBand/ https://www.instagram.com/theoldgrimes/ Zach Williams https://www.nybluegrass.com/thewestsidecowboys @iamzlw @thewestsidecowboys Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam https://www.facebook.com/groups/502898005440270 @bluegrassbklyn Splatter Paint https://thedispersedcampers.bandcamp.com/ https://jeffreyumbrell.bandcamp.com/ @splatterpaintnyc Raven and Red https://ravenandred.com/ @raven_and_red Some Music from this episode (in order of appearance) 'Tear my Still House Down' - Jam Jersey All-Stars 'Grandpa's Beer' - Raven and Red 'Angel Band' - Woman's Voices Jam Segue Music - various jams ‘Little Pine Siskin” - Splatter Paint 'Steam-Powered Airplane' - Pioneer Valley Flamethrowers

Our second season, how exciting! Your hosts Mike Willner and Liz Wolfe give some teasers on up-coming episodes. Theo Boguszewski, fiddler and organizer extraordinaire, gives background and a preview of the up-coming Porch Stomp - the annual iconic day of music and fun on NYC's Governors Island. Then, Mike drops in on the fun and funky Bluegrass by the Bridge jam to listen to some tunes and talk with the folks. We're so glad to be back, and hope you all enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed presenting it!   Some 'Mentions' from this Episode: Porch Stomp! www.porchstomp.com https://www.facebook.com/events/657150140345908 @porchstomp Hilary Hawke's latest album "Lift Up This World" on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hilaryhawke/hilary-hawke-new-album-lift-up-this-old-world?ref=project_link https://www.hilaryhawkemusic.com/ @highatmissphere Governors Island https://www.govisland.com/ Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam https://www.facebook.com/groups/502898005440270 @ bluegrassbklyn Kat Lewis https://www.facebook.com/KathrynMinogue @countrycitykitty Sean Kershaw https://www.facebook.com/sean.kershaw1 @seankershaw1 Music Heard in this Episode (in order of appearance) "Liza Jane" - Hilary Hawke on 'Lift Up This World' "John Henry" - Doc Watson on "Doc and Merle Watson" "I Forgot About You" - Kat Lewis at Bluegrass by the Bridge "Momma Tried" - Sean Kershaw at Bluegrass by the Bridge "Gimme Back my Fifteen Cents" - Mike Willner at Bluegrass by the Bridge "NYC Waltz" - Hilary Hawke on 'Lift Up This World'  

Mike and Liz are so excited to reach this amazing milestone! In this season finale, we meet Nate Lee, an IBMA Award winning mandolinist. He's got fascinating things to say about learning, teaching, and performing bluegrass music. Thank you to all our listeners, and Enjoy! See you all when we return for Season 2 on May 1st, 2025. Some mentions in this episode: Nate Lee https://thenatelee.com/ @nateleellc "The Practice of Practice" https://thepracticeofpractice.com/ Mandolin Master Class with Nate Lee - May 3rd 2025 https://bluegrassjamsnearme.com/natelee/ Music in this episode (in order of appearance) 'Inglewood Upon Stratford' - Nate Lee 'Boxcar' - Mountain Grass Unit 'Our Town' - Iris Dement 'Chinquapin Hunting' - Nate Lee