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Bluegrass BKLYNS4E7 Michael Daves!Mike gets to talk with Altlanta-born / Brooklyn’s own Michael Daves. The noted Bluegrass master vocalist, guitar virtuoso, and educator catches us up on all his latest doings – everything from recording EPs, to leading his Artistworks bluegrass vocal school … to Wild Geraniums! Also, Liz shares her wisdom on the role of singing in jams – and why you can sing just fine even if you don’t think so. Enjoy!
Mentions in this Episode:
Michael Daves @michael.daves
Wild Geranium Records / @wildgeraniumrecords
“Early Morning Sun”
Alex Hargreaves / @alexhargreaves.music
Eric Alvar / @e...
2025-12-1836 min
Conversations with Musicians, with Leah RosemanAcoustic Legend Darol Anger: ‘Diary of a Fiddler 2’ Preview + Reflections on a Life in MusicDarol Anger is an acoustic music legend known as much for his innovative fiddle style beyond Bluegrass and Jazz traditions, and his teaching. Darol has helped drive the evolution of the contemporary string band through his involvement with numerous pathbreaking ensembles such as the Turtle Island String Quartet, the David Grisman Quintet, and his current touring group Mr Sun. This podcast episode is being released a few days before his new 2-album set Diary of a Fiddler #2: The Empty Nest, and you’ll be hearing many clips from this brilliant collaborative project that features dozens of phenomenal string players an...
2025-08-211h 25
Bluegrass BKLYNS2E5: Alex Hargreaves!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/
...
2025-05-2929 min
The Guitar JournalEP 14: Sean McGowan on Fingerstyle Jazz, Crafting the Music, and The Holistic Guitarist [New Book]In this episode of The Guitar Journal Podcast, I’m joined by acclaimed fingerstyle jazz guitarist Sean McGowan. Known for his rich harmonic approach and inventive solo arrangements, Sean blends classical influences, jazz sophistication, and fingerstyle nuance into a deeply expressive style all his own.We talk through Sean’s musical journey—from discovering Leo Kottke and Michael Hedges as a teen to developing his signature technique and arranging process. He shares how he approaches solo guitar like composing for ensembles, why he sketches musical ideas away from the instrument, and how a cappella music and brass ensemb...
2025-05-2653 min
Bluegrass BKLYNS1E2: Michael Daves!We continue to spread love of bluegrass the Brooklyn Way!
In Episode 2 we have an in-depth interview with Michael Daves, nationally known performer and teacher. Also, we reveal Mike Willner's Bluegrass Mt. Rushmore for Fiddle. And, we get a slew of updates on up-coming events and jams.
Enjoy! Here are links referenced in the episode:
Sunday March 2nd - Christian Apuzzo @ Delia's Lounge 7-10PM
www.deliaslounge.com
Bluegrass by the Bridge Jam @ Delia's on Wednesdays 6-9PM.
facebook.com/groups/502898005440270
"Posh Jams" on Sundays 2-5PM o...
2025-02-0649 min
Bluegrass Jam Along InterviewsIBMA 2024 Special - featuring ArtistWorks, Brenna MacMillan, Collings Guitars and moreThis week's episode is a selection of interviews I carried out at IBMA World of Bluegrass in Raleigh, North Carolina last week.It was the last IBMA in Raleigh before the event moves to Chattanooga in 2025, and was an amazing week, full of great conversations, events, music, instruments, picking and people. I had a fantastic time and can't tell you how much it means to me to feel so welcomed by the bluegrass and string band community.But it was also a devastating week for the people of western North Carolina and East...
2024-10-0256 min
Bluegrass Jam AlongIBMA 2024 Special - featuring ArtistWorks, Brenna MacMillan, Collings Guitars and moreThis week's episode is a selection of interviews I carried out at IBMA World of Bluegrass in Raleigh, North Carolina last week.It was the last IBMA in Raleigh before the event moves to Chattanooga in 2025, and was an amazing week, full of great conversations, events, music, instruments, picking and people. I had a fantastic time and can't tell you how much it means to me to feel so welcomed by the bluegrass and string band community.But it was also a devastating week for the people of western North Carolina and East Tennessee, as...
2024-10-0255 min
Have Guitar Will Travel Podcast124 - Brad Wendkos (TrueFire)124 - Brad Wendkos (TrueFire)
In episode 124 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine host James Patrick Regan speaks with Brad Wendkos guitarist and founder of TrueFire online guitar education. In their conversation Brad gives us the history of TrueFire from a phone based marketing firm to a web based marketing firm to teaching online lessons.
Brad also takes us through his history as a guitarist.
Brad takes us through his original instructors and his first big catch as an instructor, Larry Carlton.
Brad talks about his new program Eco System Channels which allows educ...
2024-08-2600 min
The Live Ukulele PodcastCraig Chee and Sarah Maisel: Giving Back Four Strings at a TimeHawaiʻi's premiere ukulele power duo tell all! From integrating into the Hawaiian uke scene to fundraising for Maui to the DIY ukulele artist experience.- Craigh and Sarah's website: https://www.craigandsarah.com/- Four Strings at a Time: https://fourstringsatatime.org/- Music & Meals for Maui Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGHFq-CE2JI- Kākoʻo Maui Fund: https://www.hawaiiancouncil.org/helpmaui/kakoomauifund/- Maui Food Bank: https://mauifoodbank.org/- Jason Jerome/Lahaina Music: http://www.lahainamusicmaui.com/- Raiatea Helm: https://www...
2024-02-031h 05
Bluegrass Jam Along InterviewsSierra Hull interviewMy guest this week is Sierra Hull.I caught up with Sierra before the London show on her UK tour with Justin Moses. We chatted about how spending so much time at home over the course of the pandemic changed her outlook on things and about some of the collaborations she's been part of over the past year, including touring with Cory Wong and her involvement in Bela Fleck's 'My Bluegrass Heart' record and tour.We also talk about the new record Sierra's currently in the process of making, her A...
2023-01-3036 minBluegrass Jam AlongSierra Hull interviewMy guest this week is Sierra Hull. I caught up with Sierra before the London show on her UK tour with Justin Moses. We chatted about how spending so much time at home over the course of the pandemic changed her outlook on things and about some of the collaborations she's been part of over the past year, including touring with Cory Wong and her involvement in Bela Fleck's 'My Bluegrass Heart' record and tour. We also talk about the new record Sierra's currently in the process of making, her ArtistWorks course and m...
2023-01-2735 min
Bluegrass Jam Along InterviewsTony Trischka interviewMy guest this week is Tony Trischka, who the New York Times called 'the father of modern bluegrass'. Tony has been at the forefront of the folk and bluegrass worlds since the 1960s. Our conversation focusses on his 2021 album Shall We Hope, described on Tony's website as "a dramatized listening experience. It invites its audience into the lives of characters from America’s past as they grapple with the hard realities of war and death, and the meaning of freedom". We also chat about his teaching, both online with ArtistWorks' and over several decades in person, and...
2022-05-0454 minBluegrass Jam AlongTony Trischka interviewMy guest this week is Tony Trischka, who the New York Times called 'the father of modern bluegrass'. Tony has been at the forefront of the folk and bluegrass worlds since the 1960s. Our conversation focusses on his 2021 album Shall We Hope, described on Tony's website as "a dramatized listening experience. It invites its audience into the lives of characters from America’s past as they grapple with the hard realities of war and death, and the meaning of freedom". We also chat about his teaching, both online with ArtistWorks' and over several decades in person, and via...
2022-05-0453 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesHow to Find Your Own Sound: Sierra HullIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our co-founder Patricia Butler sits down with Grammy Award-winning musician, 4-time IBMA “Mandolin Player of the Year,” and ArtistWorks master bluegrass mandolin instructor, Sierra Hull, to discuss the concept of “How to Find Your Own Sound.” Together, they explore the process of developing a unique voice as a player, determining how you want to sound on your instrument, and setting goals so that you can achieve your desired tones on your stringed instrument of choice.
2022-02-1627 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesPunch Brothers’ “Hell On Church Street:” An Interview with Chris Eldridge & Noam PikelnyIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our Director of Content & Production, Marcus Luscombe guest-hosts an exclusive conversation with founding members of the Punch Brothers and ArtistWorks bluegrass instructors Chris Eldridge and Noam Pikelny. Together, they discuss the Punch Brothers’ latest album "Hell On Church Street," which was recently released on January 14, 2022. They cover topics ranging from the conceptualization of the album to its unique recording process, the band’s first post-lockdown tour to support the release, and more.
2022-02-0253 min
ArtistWorks Music Series"The Musical Levy Family:" Howard Levy Interviews His ParentsIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, Grammy Award-winning musician and boundary-pushing harmonica player, Howard Levy sits down to interview two of his biggest musical influences—his parents. Together, Howard, his father Ira, and mother Arlene explore their family’s musical heritage. They discuss Ira’s passion for singing and career as a vocalist, the broadway musical Arlene wrote, the details of how they inspired Howard to pursue a life in music, and more.
2022-01-2051 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesArtist Bio Series: Martin TaylorIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our co-founder Patricia Butler sits down with legendary jazz guitar player and ArtistWorks fingerstyle guitar instructor, Martin Taylor, for the latest installment of our Artist Bio Series.In the “Bio Series” episodes of our podcast, Patricia chats with members of our world-renowned faculty about their lives, careers, and experiences that led them to become the master musicians that they are today. This week, Patricia and Martin Taylor discuss Martin’s musical upbringing, how his father inspired him to play the guitar, the elements that drew him to f...
2022-01-0550 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesAn ArtistWorks Holiday CelebrationIn this week’s special holiday episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our co-founder Patricia Butler sits down to chat with seven of our master ArtistWorks instructors: Mike Marshall, Paul Gilbert, Martin Taylor, Howard Levy, Tony Trischka, Eric Marienthal, and Sierra Hull. Together, these musical icons explore and perform some of the most meaningful music that inspires their holiday season, and share their favorite holiday memories as well.
2021-12-2256 min
Bluegrass Jam Along InterviewsChris Eldridge (Punch Brothers) interviewMy guest this week is the brilliant Chris Eldridge.Chris is a member of my favourite band in the world, Punch Brothers, but he also records and tours with Julian Lage as a duet, as well as recording, writing and producing with a whole range of musicians, from Paul Simon to Renee Fleming and many points in between.We chat about Chris's online bluegrass guitar course at ArtistWorks, as well as Punch Brothers' upcoming record Hell on Church Street, a cover of the whole of Tony Rice's classic Church Street Blues album.
2021-12-131h 15Bluegrass Jam AlongChris Eldridge (Punch Brothers) InterviewMy guest this week is the brilliant Chris Eldridge. Chris is a member of my favourite band in the world, Punch Brothers, but he also records and tours with Julian Lage as a duet, as well as recording, writing and producing with a whole range of musicians, from Paul Simon to Renee Fleming and many points in between.We chat about Chris's online bluegrass guitar course at ArtistWorks, as well as Punch Brothers' upcoming record Hell on Church Street, a cover of the whole of Tony Rice's classic Church Street Blues album.I...
2021-12-091h 14
ArtistWorks Music SeriesPaul Gilbert's New Holiday Album, "'TWAS"In this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our co-founder Patricia Butler sits down with shred guitar icon and ArtistWorks rock guitar instructor, Paul Gilbert, to discuss his latest holiday album release, "‘TWAS." Together, they explore the album’s writing and recording process, musical selection, wide breadth of featured genres, and more.
2021-12-0832 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesBryan Sutton Interviews His Father, Jerry SuttonIn this week's episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, Grammy Award-winning musician, ten-time IBMA “Guitarist of the Year,” and ArtistWorks bluegrass guitar instructor, Bryan Sutton, sits down to interview his father and fellow guitar guru, Jerry Sutton, for a special holiday feature. Together, they explore their family’s musical heritage, Jerry’s first musical experiences that drew him to the guitar, and Bryan’s childhood surrounded by stringed instruments and bluegrass music.
2021-11-2445 min
My Favourite Beatles SongThe Night Before – Paul GilbertSend us Fan MailEx-Mr Big and Racer X guitarist Paul Gilbert celebrates a song from the album and movie Help! discussing its 'naughty' secondary dominants, sweet minor melodies and mysterious 'things' going on.Paul Gilbert's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulgilbert_official/Paul Gilbert's latest album, 'Twas: https://smarturl.it/PaulGilbert-XmasPaul Gilbert on ArtistWorks: https://artistworks.com/guitar-lessons-paul-gilbertPaul Gilbert's amazing solo on While My Guitar Gently Weeps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWliruQZ9BkYellow Matter Custard's cover of The Night Before: https...
2021-11-181h 05
ArtistWorks Music SeriesHow to Get Out of a Musical Slump: Guthrie TrappIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our co-founder Patricia Butler sits down with ArtistWorks electric country guitar instructor and one of Nashville’s most sought-after session musicians, Guthrie Trapp, to discuss the concept of “How to Get Out of a Musical Slump.” Together, they explore different techniques for staying motivated, the importance of cutting yourself slack when you are in a musical slump, and how to avoid plateaus in your musical progress.
2021-11-1028 min
Bluegrass Jam Along InterviewsBryan Sutton interviewThis week we have a very special interview with bluegrass flatpicking legend Bryan Sutton.Bryan is not only a Grammy Award winner, he was also awarded the IBMA Guitar Player of the Year award 10 times. On top of that he's the flatpick guitar teacher at ArtistWorks and has spent the past decade helping players (like me) improve their technique and musicianship.Check out the links below to find out more.If you're interested in Bryan's journey so far I can highly recommend the interview he did with the Everyone Loves...
2021-11-0759 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesHow to Get Out of a Musical Slump: Chris EldridgeIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our co-founder Patricia Butler sits down with Grammy Award-winning guitarist, co-founder of world-renowned bluegrass outfit Punch Brothers, and ArtistWorks bluegrass guitar instructor, Chris Eldridge, to discuss the concept of “How to Get Out of a Musical Slump.” Together, they explore different techniques for staying connected to and curious about your instrument, methods for staying motivated, and how to avoid plateaus in your musical progress.
2021-10-2748 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesHow to Get Out of a Musical Slump: Michael DavesIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our co-founder Patricia Butler sits down with Grammy-nominated singer and ArtistWorks’ instructor of bluegrass vocals, Michael Daves, to discuss the concept of “How to Get Out of a Musical Slump.” Together, they explore different techniques for tackling difficult musical passages, methods for staying motivated, and how to avoid plateaus in your musical progress.
2021-10-1348 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesArtist Bio Series: Tony TrischkaIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our co-founder Patricia Butler sits down with legendary banjoist and ArtistWorks bluegrass banjo instructor, Tony Trischka, for the latest installment of our new Artist Bio Series.In the “Bio Series” episodes of our podcast, Patricia will be chatting with members of our world-renowned faculty about their lives, careers, and experiences that led them to become the master musicians that they are today. This week, Patricia and Tony Trischka discuss Tony’s musical family and upbringing, his love of folk music, and what drew him to learn th...
2021-09-2944 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesAn In-Depth Interview: Mike Marshall Celebrates 8,000 Video ExchangesWe’re excited to announce that, after ten years as one of our premier bluegrass instructors here at ArtistWorks, master mandolinist Mike Marshall has just completed his 8,000th Video Exchange. To celebrate this fantastic milestone, our cofounder Patrica Butler sat down with Mike to conduct an in-depth interview as part of an exclusive episode of our ArtistWorks Music Series podcast to discuss his experience teaching on the ArtistWorks Video Exchange platform over the last decade.
2021-09-1713 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesArtist Bio Series: Paul GilbertIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our cofounder Patricia Butler sits down with legendary shred guitar virtuoso and ArtistWorks electric rock guitar instructor, Paul Gilbert, for the first installment of our new Artist Bio Series. In the “Bio Series” episodes of our podcast, Patricia will be chatting with members of our world-renowned faculty about their lives, careers, and experiences that led them to become the master musicians that they are today. This week, Patricia and Paul Gilbert discuss Paul’s childhood obsession with music, the joy of getting his first guitar, his experience teaching...
2021-09-1550 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesAn In-Depth Interview: Bryan Sutton Celebrates 9,000 Video ExchangesWe’re excited to announce that, after ten years as one of our premier bluegrass instructors here at ArtistWorks, master guitarist Bryan Sutton has just completed his 9,000th Video Exchange. To celebrate this fantastic milestone, our cofounder Patrica Butler sat down with Bryan to conduct an in-depth interview as part of an exclusive episode of our ArtistWorks Music Series podcast to discuss his experience teaching on the ArtistWorks Video Exchange platform over the last decade.
2021-09-1023 minBluegrass Jam AlongBryan Sutton interview (episode #100)Welcome to the 100th episode of Bluegrass Jam Along. To celebrate we have a very special interview with bluegrass flatpicking legend Bryan Sutton.Bryan is not only a Grammy Award winner, he was also awarded the IBMA Guitar Player of the Year award 10 times. On top of that he's the flatpick guitar teacher at ArtistWorks and has spent the past decade helping players (like me) improve their technique and musicianship.I can't recommend ArtistWorks enough and, at the time of writing this, they're offering $100 off every 12 month course. That's around $3.50 a week to be taught...
2021-09-0859 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesHow to Play at an Advanced Level: John Patitucci & Eric MarienthalIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our cofounder Patricia Butler sits down with world-renowned jazz bassist John Patitucci and saxophone virtuoso Eric Marienthal, to discuss the concept of “How to Play at an Advanced Level,” particularly in the context of jazz improvisation. Together, these master ArtistWorks instructors explore the importance of attentive listening and communicating with other musicians on stage, having a strong knowledge of harmony, and continually refining and improving on basic techniques in order to take your playing to an advanced stage.
2021-09-0138 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesHow to Find Your Own Sound: Guthrie TrappIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our cofounder Patricia Butler sits down with ArtistWorks electric country guitar instructor and one of Nashville’s most sought-after session musicians, Guthrie Trapp, to discuss the concept of “How to Find Your Own Sound.” Together, they explore the process of developing a unique voice as a player, the value of focusing on what you have to say through your music, and the importance of embracing a diverse array of musical influences.
2021-08-1831 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesHow to Find Your Own Sound: Noam PikelnyIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, ArtistWorks cofounder Patricia Butler sits down with Grammy award-winning master musician, founding member of the Punch Brothers, and ArtistWorks banjo instructor, Noam Pikelny, to discuss the concept of “How to Find Your Own Sound.” Together, they explore the process of developing a unique voice as a player, how to embrace outside influence while still expressing yourself musically, and the importance of focusing on tone as much as note choice and execution when performing.
2021-08-0437 min
Deering LiveTony Trischka | Deering Live - Ep. 43This week we team up with our good friend Tony Trischka. Tony is a Deering artist, as well as a long-time ArtistWorks banjo tutor. In this episode, we delve deep into Tony's current album, "Shall We Hope". We will also talk about the ArtistWorks platform and how it can help you become a better banjo player.
2021-07-291h 30
ArtistWorks Music SeriesOvercoming Musical Obstacles: Mike MarshallIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, ArtistWorks cofounder Patricia Butler sits down with Grammy-nominated master musician and ArtistWorks bluegrass mandolin instructor, Mike Marshall, to discuss the concept of “Overcoming Musical Obstacles.” Together, they explore the benefits of making mistakes and working through them, collaborating and playing with other musicians of a similar skill level, and taking consistent incremental steps to elevate your playing.
2021-07-2133 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesMake it a Musical Summer: David ButlerIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with David Butler, Chairman and co-founder of ArtistWorks, creator of Video Exchange Learning, and our Beginner’s Guide to Acoustic Guitar instructor, to discuss the best ways to make your summer season musical. Together, they explore the benefits of playing music outdoors, getting together with friends to perform, and discovering new outlets to infuse your summer with more music.
2021-07-0722 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesBecoming a Confident Player: Howard LevyIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with boundary-pushing harmonica player Howard Levy to continue the conversation on the concept of becoming a confident musician with another ArtistWorks master instructor. Together, they explore the role that confidence plays in performance, how to properly set expectations to bolster your confidence, and the steps you can take to grow into a truly fearless player.
2021-06-2330 min
Jazz Round TableJazz Round Table 6/15/21 - Sax Night with Brandon Fields, Eric Marienthal, and Gary MeekThanks for tuning in. Sax Night! Brandon Fields, Eric Marienthal, and Gary Meek are incredible sax players with serious resumes. Tonight’s show has a very cool, casual, conversational vibe to it as the three of them have a lot of history together. It’s fun to hear them discuss everything from their origins in music to stories of musicians they’ve played alongside. They also do a little bit of playing as well! I’m sure you’ll enjoy it As always, the Jazz Round Table is recorded in front of a live internet audience. I’ve edited it a bit from t...
2021-06-221h 04
ArtistWorks Music SeriesBecoming a Confident Player: Bryan SuttonIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with master bluegrass acoustic guitar player and ArtistWorks instructor Bryan Sutton to discuss the concept of becoming a confident musician. Together, they explore the role that confidence plays in performance, what can bolster or erode your confidence, and the steps you can take to become a truly fearless player.
2021-06-0925 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesThe Art of Recording for Film: Nathan EastIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with recording and touring bass guitar icon and ArtistWorks instructor, Nathan East, to discuss the art of recording soundtracks for film. They examine the processes and techniques used to record a film score, and how those processes differ from recording a traditional album. Nathan also recounts his recent experience recording bass for the Oscar-winning soundtrack of the Pixar animated film, “Soul.”
2021-05-2620 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesBuilding Your Practice Roadmap: Dave StrykerIn this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with master jazz guitar player and ArtistWorks instructor Dave Stryker to discuss the concept of building a practice roadmap, and the best approaches to making your practice time more efficient, productive, and successful.
2021-05-1238 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesBuilding Your Practice Roadmap: Craig Chee & Sarah MaiselThis week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with world-renowned ukulele players and ArtistWorks instructors Craig Chee and Sarah Maisel to discuss the concept of building a practice roadmap, and the best approaches to making your practice time efficient, successful, and fun!
2021-04-2843 min
Rockstar Violinist PodcastEpisode 61: Darol AngerExceptional among modern fiddlers for his versatility and depth, Darol Anger has helped drive the evolution of the contemporary string band through his involvement with numerous trailblazing ensembles such as his Republic Of Strings, the Turtle Island String Quartet, the David Grisman Quintet, Montreux,and others. Darol is at home in many of musical genres, some of which he helped to invent!
Darol has performed and taught all over the world with musicians such as Dr. Billy Taylor, Bela Fleck, Bill Evans, David Grisman, David Balakrishnan, Tracy Silverman, Mark O'Connor, Phillip Aaberg, Mark O’Connor, and Stephane Grappelli, to name a...
2021-04-271h 20
ArtistWorks Music SeriesExploring the Styles of Blues: Keith WyattThis week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with blues guitar master and ArtistWorks instructor Keith Wyatt to dive into the complex history of the blues, and explore how blues has grown and evolved into multiple classic and modern styles since its inception.
2021-04-141h 06
ArtistWorks Music SeriesExploring the Styles of Jazz: George WhittyWelcome to the latest episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast! This week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with jazz piano master George Whitty to discuss the rich musical legacy and nuances of jazz music.
2021-03-3146 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesBuilding Your Practice Roadmap: Darol AngerWelcome back to the latest episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast! This week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with ArtistWorks fiddle master Darol Anger to discuss how to create a roadmap to a more effective practice routine that will take your playing to the next level. The show is available now anywhere you listen to podcasts, or you can listen here on our site.
2021-03-1740 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesBryan Sutton: Celebrating the Life of Doc WatsonWelcome to the latest episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast! This week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with Grammy® award-winning and nine-time International Bluegrass Music Association Guitar Player of the Year, flatpick guitar master Bryan Sutton to celebrate the life and times of Bluegrass legend Doc Watson on his birthday. The show is available wherever you listen to podcasts, or you can listen here on ArtistWorks.
2021-03-0323 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesStyles of Bluegrass Vocals: Michael DavesWelcome to the latest episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast! This week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with bluegrass vocal icon Micheal Daves to discuss the rich musical legacy of bluegrass music.
2021-02-1755 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesDeveloping Your Musical Style: George WhittyWelcome to the latest episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast! This week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler speaks with GRAMMY® and Emmy Award-winning jazz piano icon George Whitty to discuss the development of musical style and his advice on how musicians of any instrument or genre can create their own unique sound!
2021-02-0340 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesStyles of Bluegrass: Tony TrischkaWelcome to the latest episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast! This week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning Bluegrass Banjo icon Tony Trischka to discuss the rich musical legacy of bluegrass music. The show is available wherever you listen to podcasts, or you can listen here at ArtistWorks.
2021-01-2143 min
ArtistWorks Music Series60’s Music: Tony TrischkaWelcome to the latest episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast! This week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning Bluegrass Banjo icon Tony Trischka to discuss the rich musical legacy of the 1960’s. The show is available wherever you listen to podcasts, or you can listen here at ArtistWorks.
2021-01-0633 min
ArtistWorks Music Series60's Music: David ButlerThis week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with co-founder David Butler to discuss the rich musical legacy of the 1960’s. The show is available wherever you listen to podcasts, or you can listen here on ArtistWorks.
2020-12-1633 min
ArtistWorks Music Series60's music: Eric MarienthalWelcome to the latest episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast! This week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning jazz saxophone icon Eric Marienthal to discuss the rich musical legacy of the 1960’s.
2020-12-0230 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesWhy Playing Progress Stalls: Bryan SuttonWelcome to the latest episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast! This week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with Grammy® award-winning and nine-time International Bluegrass Music Association Guitar Player of the Year, flatpick guitar master Bryan Sutton to discuss how to overcome roadblocks in your musical journey. The show is available wherever you listen to podcasts, or you can listen here on ArtistWorks.
2020-11-1834 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesWhy Playing Progress Stalls: Jason VieauxFor Jason the secret to playing better is to set very specific goals. “A talented player can get very far by putting in the hours, but most will improve quicker if they practice with purpose,” says Vieaux, who has played with over 100 different orchestras around the world. “You can play for 10 hours a day, but if you aren’t focused you may not get better. Finding a good teacher is important because they will help you set realistic goals, which will lead to better technique."
2020-11-0435 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesWhy Playing Progress Stalls: Eric MarienthalWelcome back to the latest episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast! This week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with GRAMMY award-winning jazz saxophone legend Eric Marienthal to discuss how to overcome roadblocks in your musical journey. The show is available wherever you listen to podcasts, or you can listen here on ArtistWorks.
2020-10-2135 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesWhy Playing Progress Stalls: Peter ErskineErskine has worked with a wide array of respected artists, ranging from the likes of Joni Mitchell and Weather Report to Kate Bush and the BBC Symphony, and his experience provides a truly invaluable perspective on how to improve your musicianship.
2020-10-0739 min
OokTown - The Ukulele PodcastEp. 93: The Dusty EndGuests: Matt Stead, Ben Hassenger, Jeff Krebs
Host: Stuart Yoshida
It’s officially the Fall in the year of the Pandemic, and this month we dive into Retail-palooza. On the show we’ve got returning guest Matt Stead of The Uke Room in the UK; Ben Hassenger, the unofficially-official ukulele ambassador of Michigan; and Jeff Krebs of Yooptone music. Come join us for a conversation about how they’ve been dealing the changes to their ukulele shops brought on by COVID-19.
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Shoutouts:
• Jeff Jaros and the...
2020-09-281h 33
ArtistWorks Music SeriesWhy Playing Progress Stalls: Mike MarshallAny musician will often tell you that there are peaks and valleys when it comes to improving on your instrument. But what most musicians or teachers rarely explain is how to maximize your peaks or how to keep the valleys short.
2020-09-2326 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesThe Habits of Highly Effective Musicians with Christie PeeryWelcome back to the latest episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast! This week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with ArtistWorks piano master Christie Peery to discuss how to refine your practice routine as well as how to adapt to overcome roadblocks in your musical journey.
2020-09-0925 min
The Mandolins and Beer PodcastThe Mandolins and Beer Podcast Track By Track with Tristan ScrogginsThe episode of Track by Track Tristan Scroggins and I talk about the new Scroggins & Rose album "Curios"
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2020-09-081h 08
ArtistWorks Music SeriesHabits of Highly Effective Musicians: Richard AmorosoThis week, ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with ArtistWorks violin master Richard Amoroso to discuss how to develop a practice routine that will take your playing to the next level.You can learn Violin online from Richard, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.We hope you enjoy the podcast, and that you're keeping well in these uncertain times.
2020-08-2629 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesGear with Bo Medin of Golden Age AudioArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with Golden Age Audio founder Bo Medin to discuss their affordable approach to obtaining a vintage sound.You can learn from any one of our master musicians, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.We hope you enjoy the podcast, and that you're keeping well in these uncertain times.
2020-08-1224 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesLearning Music as an Adult: Dave StrykerArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with rising jazz guitar star Dave Stryker to discuss what it's like to learn an instrument as an adult. You can learn guitar online from Dave, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.We hope you enjoy the podcast, and that you're keeping well in these uncertain times.
2020-07-2943 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesLearning Music as an Adult: Paul GilbertArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with rock guitar legend Paul Gilbert to discuss what it's like to learn an instrument as an adult. You can learn guitar online from Paul, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.We hope you enjoy the podcast, and that you're keeping well in these uncertain times.
2020-07-1550 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesLearning Music as an Adult: Keith WyattArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with blues guitar legend Keith Wyatt to discuss what it's like to learn an instrument as an adult. You can learn guitar online from Keith, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.We hope you enjoy the podcast, and that you're keeping well in these uncertain times.
2020-07-0136 min
Happy Hour Harmonica PodcastHoward Levy interviewHoward Levy is known to be the pioneer of overblows on the diatonic harmonica, but his music shouldn’t be defined merely by the use of this technical tool. Starting out as a piano player, he first started using overblows to enable him to play the music that he wanted to play. And they have allowed Howard to take the instrument to soaring new heights across a diverse range of genres. And make no mistake, he has rhythm, feel, a great bluesy tone when he needs it, and most of all, blistering chops. Select the Chapter Markers tab...
2020-06-1959 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesLearning Music as an Adult: Craig Chee & Sarah MaiselArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with 'ukulele masters Craig Chee and Sarah Maisel to discuss what it's like to learn an instrument as an adult. You can learn 'ukulele online from Craig and Sarah, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.We hope you enjoy the podcast, and that you're keeping well in these uncertain times.
2020-06-1736 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesArtistWorks Talks with Newest Online Faculty: David Butler (Adult Beginner Acoustic Guitar)ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler chats with ArtistWorks Co-Founder, Chairman and lifelong guitarist David Butler about his newest ArtistWorks course.You can learn acoustic guitar online from David himself, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.We hope you enjoy the podcast, and that you're keeping well in these uncertain times.
2020-06-0324 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesAn Exclusive Interview with Howard Levy and Béla FleckWhile live music may be gone for the time being, this week’s episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast is sure to invoke some concert nostalgia. We’re digging into the ArtistWorks archives to bring you a pre-show interview with legendary musicians Howard Levy and Béla Fleck!You can learn Harmonica online from Levy himself, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.We hope you enjoy the podcast, and that you're keeping...
2020-05-1331 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesArtistWorks Talks with Newest Online Faculty: Noam Pikelny (Banjo)ArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler chats with legendary banjoist and Punch Brothers member Noam Pikelny about his newest ArtistWorks course.You can learn banjo online from Noam himself, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.We hope you enjoy the podcast, and that you're keeping well in these uncertain times.
2020-04-2933 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesMusic That Changed Your Life: Bryan SuttonArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with bluegrass flatpick guitar legend Bryan Sutton to discover the music that inspires him.You can learn bluegrass flatpick guitar online from Sutton himself, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.We hope you enjoy the podcast, and that you're keeping well in these uncertain times.
2020-04-1524 min
Making It! with Terry WollmanPeter Erskine - A Pandemic Perspective and Master ClassPeter Erskine has played the drums for sixty years. He appears on 700+ albums and film scores, has won 2 Grammy Awards plus an Honorary Doctorate from Berklee. Fifty+ albums have been released under his own name or as co-leader. He’s played with Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson, Weather Report, Steps Ahead, Joni Mitchell, Steely Dan, Diana Krall, et al, and has appeared as a soloist with the LA, Chicago, London, Oslo, Helsinki, BBC & Berlin Philharmonic Orchestras. Peter graduated from the Interlochen Arts Academy and studied at Indiana University under George Gaber. He’s the Director of Drumset Studies at USC. petererskine.com...
2020-04-061h 31
The tonebase Classical Guitar Podcast, with David SteinhardtS4 E5: Jason VieauxIn today’s episode, Grammy-Award winning guitarist Jason Vieaux calls in for an interview on recording, arranging, and composing. Jason spoke of his musical influences and how he incorporates his jazz arrangements into his own repertoire. While awaiting post-production for for his upcoming “Bach Volume II (works for violin)”, Jason explained his technical and musical approaches to Bach’s music. He also spoke of his Grammy-Award winning record “Play”, a collection of encores to celebrate 20 years of performing. During these times of social-distancing, Jason has turned to composition as a creative outlet. He hints that he may even record a solo CD of...
2020-04-0531 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesMusic That Changed Your Life: Andy HallArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler chats with brilliant dobro/lapsteel player and Infamous Stringdusters member Andy Hall to find out about the music that influenced him to pursue a life in music.You can learn dobro online from Hall himself, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.We hope you enjoy the podcast, and that you're keeping well in these uncertain times.
2020-04-0123 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesMusic That Changed Your Life: Peter ErskineArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler chats with jazz drumming legend Peter Erskine to find out about the music that influenced him to pursue a life in music.You can learn jazz drumming online from Erskine himself, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.We hope you enjoy the podcast, and that you're keeping well in these uncertain times.
2020-03-1830 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesMusic That Changed Your Life: George WhittyArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler chats with jazz piano great George Whitty to find out about the music that influenced him to pursue a life in music.You can learn jazz piano online from Whitty himself, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.
2020-03-0424 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesThings Lessons Can’t Fix: Dave Stryker & Howard PaulArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler sits down with jazz guitar instructor Dave Stryker and the President/CEO of Benedetto Guitars, Howard Paul, to discuss the topic of “Things Lessons Can’t Fix.” What are the common roadblocks that get in the way of learning to play an instrument?You can learn jazz guitar online from Stryker himself, and try out free lessons, by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.
2020-02-1944 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesPerformance Anxiety: Mike BlockArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler and cello master Mike Block discuss performance anxiety: what is it, and how can we deal with it? You can learn cello online from Block himself — and try out free lessons — by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.
2020-02-0525 min
ArtistWorks Music SeriesPerformance Anxiety: Eric MarienthalArtistWorks CEO Patricia Butler and jazz saxophone pro Eric Marienthal discuss performance anxiety: what is it, and how can we deal with it? You can learn jazz saxophone online from Marienthal himself — and try out free lessons — by visiting here: https://hubs.ly/H0lTBwX0When you’re ready to sign up, use code PODCAST20 for 20% off 6 and 12 month memberships.
2020-01-2231 min