An incredible interview with banjo legend Tony Trischka to wrap up Season 5 of our podcast. Mike gets to talk with this towering figure in the world of bluegrass, banjo virtuoso, and wonderful human being –Tony explores his musical journey, his banjo Mount Rushmore, the epic Earl Jam project … and some of the unusual merch at his concerts! We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed speaking with Tony.
Mentioned in this Episode:
Tony Trischka
Earl Jam 2
Béla Fleck
Michael Cleveland
Sam Bush
Symphony Space in NYC
Delfest Academy
Events of Note:
Liz Wolfe and the City College Pickers at Mary O’s Pub – May 5th at 9PM at New York NY
Swamp in the City Cajun & Creole Music Festival – May 7th to 10th at Red Hook, Brooklyn NY
BKCM “Open Stages” Music Festival – May 9th at Park Slope, Brooklyn NY
Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival – July 15th to 19th at Oak Hill NY
Music in this Episode:
“Columbus Stockade Blues” – Tony Trischka, with Del McCoury
“Brown’s Ferry Blues” – Tony Trischka, with Billy Strings
“Maple On The Hill” – Tony Trischka, with Sister Sadie
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