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!

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‘1863’ – Emory Lester & Mark Johnson

 

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Michael Daves

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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

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