Connecticut Artists & Web Links Connecticut Artists & Web Links|
Click
on band name to visit their websites Disclaimer: CTBMA is not responsible for content found on independent websites. |
|
|
A relatively recent string band based in New Fairfield, CT, The Bandolins play a blend of old-time, bluegrass and British Isles string music. Their music is primarily instrumental, consisting of traditional American (plus Irish, English and Scottish) folk songs from the 19th century. Also a few Appalachian bluegrass tunes made famous in this century. Larry Brish - guitar |
 |
|
NY/CT based band comprised of five veteran musicians. Their goal is "to bring the traditional, hard driving, soulful sound of Bluegrass music to the urban audience…to those that are yet uninitiated into acoustic 'roots' music, as well as the veteran Bluegrass fan." Nick Novia - guitar |
 |
|
This acoustic duo out of Connecticut are experienced musicians, having been steeped in the American Roots music tradition for many years. Their voices blend in close harmony along with strong instrumental work, and they draw upon both traditional and contemporary sources for a well-rounded mix of acoustic music. Mark White: guitar, harmonica |
 |
|
This band out of the Hamden, CT area delivers an eclectic collection of tunes in their 'home-timey' style of toe tappin' delight...from timeless country classics, bluegrass and folk, to classic rock. The band states: "Blue Trail is a place where friendship, life, and music have somehow come together... a place we will learn together and grow together." Dale Long
- vocals, rhythm guitar, bass |
 |
|
Charter Oak Bluegrass is "...solidly rooted in the Bluegrass tradition of Bill Monroe and Jimmy Martin. The band is known for its drive & bounce on up-tempo numbers, and soul & depth of emotion on the slower tunes." Bruce Baldyga - guitar, vocals |
 |
|
Deep Ellum Deep Ellum is basically plain old American music (Dylan, Lightfoot, Tom Rush, Tom Paxton, Woody Guthrie and the like. Also some country blues (Mississippi John Hurt and a few of the old blind blues guys; Jimmie Rodgers, Doc Watson, Delmore Bros., etc); classic oldies (Ricky Nelson, Don Gibson, Guy Mitchell, Johnny Cash, etc). Once in a while DE will throw a bluegrass number in there, too. Rich Johnson - 6 and 12-string guitar,
Dobro, vocals |
 |
|
Amy is at home singing various musical styles -- country duets, folk, bluegrass or western swing. Amy and Roger are performing some of Roger's originals, as well as joining their voices in some classic country duets, old and new. Amy Gallatin - guitar |
 |
| Grass
Routes
For over 20 years the Connecticut band Grass Routes has performed a broad repertoire of songs ranging from straight-ahead traditional Bluegrass, to more contemporary folk and country-style material. Bill Reveley - mandolin/fiddle |
|
| Last
Fair Deal
Last Fair Deal is comprised of three veterans in the Connecticut acoustic music scene. 'New American Roots' music, from Bluegrass to Swing.
Paul
Howard - guitar, harmonica |
|
|
Lost Acres String Band plays an all-instrumental mix of traditional and contemporary tunes. These seasoned performers, all of whom have decades of experience, present a program that expresses a wide range of moods and styles, appealing to music lovers of all ages. Included are old-time & contemporary fiddle tunes, bluegrass, blues, rags, jigs and several original compositions. Gordon Swift - violin |
 |
|
NorthernBound, based out of Winsted, CT, has been picking
together for years. The boys' list The Country Gentlemen and Doyle
Lawson & Quicksilver as being a great influence on their music.
But NB has adapted those traits and developed their own sound. They
perform some old favorites, Gospel, and several original tunes as
well. Steve Paden - mandolin |
 |
| Northern
Lights
Northern Lights' blend of Bluegrass harmonies and lightning-fast
instrumentals have been delighting audiences across the USA and beyond
since 1975. |
As this band ends its long run CTBMA sends Congratulations to Northern Lights for 30+ years of |
|
Named in honor of the original late 1960's band comprising Joe Val, Herb Applin, Bob French and Bob Tidwell, The Old Time Bluegrass Singers feature original member Herb Applin on mandolin and his startling tenor voice. While they can do all the traditional bluegrass requests, The OTBS feature a unique repertoire performed in traditional, classic, hard-edged bluegrass style. They "make the old sound new, and the new sound old!" Herb Applin - mandolin |
 |
Ragweed Ragweed is from the New Haven, CT area. They began as a "barn band", but realized they liked performing. Influences include Tim O'Brien, John Hartford, Tony Rice and, of course, Bill Monroe. Bluegrass, country, blues & traditional ballads are all part of their repetoire. Richard Kane - mandolin |
 |
|
Second Circle Bluegrass Band is comprised of talented musicians and vocalists from CT. They write: "Vocal harmonies combine with innovative instrumentals to provide audiences with an exciting performance punctuated by an array of traditional and progressive tunes. Second Circle's professional stage presence is often peppered with spontaneous humor and is sure to entertain the traditional Bluegrass aficionado as well as the newcomer." Gary Davis - mandolin |
 |
|
ShoreGrass is a Bluegrass band from the Connecticut shoreline. Frank & Barbara Shaw (of Branford) began as a duet and eventually expanded to the traditional five-piece band that has performed together since December 1999. Their music is a mix of traditional Bluegrass, old-time, early country, gospel and folk, as well as original material. Barbara Shaw - guitar |
 |
|
Gordon is "a Connecticut born & bred Yankee with Bluegrass music
in my veins." Some of the bands he played in were in the Just
Pickin', Polecat, and Apple Country in the early 70s. He's toured
and recorded with Bluegrass artists such as Peter Rowan, Barry & Holly
Tashian (also originally Connecticut folks); the late John Herald
and banjo great Bill Keith. For the last few years Gordon has been
touring with Arlo Guthrie playing mandolin, banjo & pedal steel. He
has a new CD, The Last Train. Joining him on the project are
Arlo guthrie, Mike Auldridge, Bill Keith, Mark Schatz, Frank Solivan
II and others. |
 |
| Too
Blue
An acoustic quartet with members in NY & CT performing their "own unique blend of bluegrass & swing music." Joan Harrison - banjo |
 |
|
Gail is performing with a few of her music pals these days. She is based in Colchester, CT. Gail is a fine songcrafter, accomplished guitarist and picks a nice clawhammer banjo. She happens to be blessed with a voice that enables her to sing most any style of music she chooses...from Blues & Ballads, to Folk & Swing. Gail's strength lies in her own lyrics and melodies, two elements that compliment each and every performance. Gail Wade
- guitar |
 |
© 2010 CTBMA
KL-Web Design
