Bennett Sullivan is a fantastic banjo player, teacher, and songwriter who is always pushing to create something new and interesting. No matter what direction Bennett goes, it is always done on a very high level. Join us for what is sure to be a fantastic Deering Live episode and be sure to ask him questions in the live chat.
Banjo renaissance man Jake Schepps is an artist with not only an adroit touch on his instrument but an intrepid, imaginative vision for contemporary string band music. Jake has his hands in many banjo and bluegrass related projects such as the Banjo Summit, the upcoming tab book for the recently released bluegrass album by Bela Fleck, "My Bluegrass Heart", and much more. Tune in to hear Jake play, find out what he is working on, and more! Also ask him questions in the live chat.
This week, join us for a very special episode of Deering Live as we reveal the 2021 Steve Martin Banjo Prize winners. Hosted by Alison Brown, Jamie Latty & David Bandrowski. In partnership with the Freshgrass Foundation and Compass Records.
Bill Evans is an internationally recognized five-string banjo life force. As a performer, teacher, writer and composer, he brings a deep knowledge, intense virtuosity and contagious passion to all things banjo, with thousands of music fans and banjo students from all over the world in a music career that now spans over thirty-five years. Join us to hear him play, tell some stories, and give some banjo playing tips!
Clinton Davis is a 5th generation Kentuckian, now based in San Diego. He is a master old-time banjo player and long-time friend of Deering. His work has been described by many as carrying the torch of traditional American Music. An accomplished fiddle, guitar, mandolin and piano player, Davis recently released his new album "If I Live and I Don’t Get Killed” on Tiki Parlour Recordings. Today, Clint will play us a selection of tunes from the album, and chat a little about his banjo journey so far...
This week's guest is the exceptionally talented Gina Furtado. Gina is an incredible banjoist and a two time IBMA Banjo Player of the Year nominee! After winning numerous awards from many fiddler's conventions up and down the East coast, Gina went on to spend 4 years with Chris Jones & The Night Drivers before releasing music with her own band The Gina Furtado Project. Today, Gina is a first class banjo player, mastering a multitude of styles and making her one of the most sought after instru...
We're very excited to feature BB Bowness this week on Deering Live. BB was one of the 2020 Steve Martin Banjo prize winners. She hails from New Zealand and currently live in Cambridge, MA. The band she currently plays with is Mile Twelve, and they have won numerous IBMA awards including 2020 New Artists of the Year and 2017 Momentum Band of the Year. Tune in this Thursday to catch one of the top young enthusiastic banjoists on the scene today!
We are excited to feature musician and author Stephen Wade to Deering Live this week. Stephen is a true scholar of American folk music, having written the critically acclaimed book on American field recordings, The Beautiful Music All Around Us. Wade, a Grammy-nominated recording artist, is also a critically acclaimed playwright most known for his hit one-man show Banjo Dancing. Tune in to hear Stephen play some tunes and ask him questions on the history of American folk music.
This 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.
This week on Deering Live we welcome master old-time banjoist Riley Baugus. Riley plays in the Round Peak style which is a style that comes from his home county in North Carolina, Surry County. Riley has recorded with Robert Plant, Willie Nelson, Alison Kraus, and many more. He also sang on the Academy Award-nominated soundtrack for the movie Cold Mountain.
This week we welcome bluegrass rising star and banjo player for the Sam Bush Band, Wes Corbett to Deering Live. As a founding member of the popular American roots string band, 'Joy Kills Sorrow', and a former instructor at the Berklee School of Music, Wes brings with him a huge depth of musical background and experience to share with the world.
We can't wait to welcome our friend, and bluegrass legend Greg Cahill to Deering Live this week. After founding The Special Consensus in 1975, Greg has blazed a bright trail of banjo playing for over 45 years.
JigJam are a multi-award-winning quartet from Ireland. Blending the best of traditional Irish music with Bluegrass and Americana in a new genre which has been branded as ‘I-Grass’ (Irish influenced Bluegrass), their onstage energy along with their virtuosic musical ability has captivated audiences throughout the world.
We are delighted to welcome the incredible Nora Brown to Deering Live this week. Nora started learning music at the age of 6, specializing in old-time and traditional banjo music. She plays with a level of confidence rarely found in most adults, all the while weaving together stories of music history into her performances to create a beautifully rich tapestry for the listener. Oh and did we mention, she is 16 years old?
We are honored to feature Bruce Molsky on Deering Live this week. Bruce is a true master of old-time Appalachian music. He is equally strong on both the banjo and the fiddle and has received high praise from diverse fans and collaborators like Linda Ronstadt, Mark Knopfler, Celtic giants Donal Lunny and Andy Irvine, jazz guitarist Bill Frisell, and dobro master Jerry Douglas.
We Banjo 3 hail from Galway, Ireland. Their unique blend of traditional Irish, old-time, and bluegrass, affectionately known as Celtgrass, makes them one of the most exciting banjo-based bands to emerge in recent memory. We are excited to invite the whole band to Deering Live for some real banjo fun!
This week, we take a much-needed turn into the wonderful world of 4-string banjo with the coolest cat in New Orleans, Mr. Don Vappie.
We are very excited to welcome Terry and Cindy Baucom to Deering Live, just a few days after the 42nd anniversary of the formation of the original Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver!
Ned Luberecki is an award-winning banjo player, Sirius XM radio host on The Bluegrass Junction, and a highly respected banjo teacher. Join us as we talk with one of the best in bluegrass!Ned Luberecki is an award-winning banjo player, Sirius XM radio host on The Bluegrass Junction, and a highly respected banjo teacher. Join us as we talk with one of the best in bluegrass!
Tony Trischka returns for another round of banjo talk. Simply one of the nicest people in banjo, we can't wait for this one. Get your questions ready!
This week we are joined by Sweden's very own Kristian Matsson, aka The Tallest Man on Earth. As former frontman for Indie band Montezumas, Kristian plays banjo, guitar, piano, and has delivered his energetic performances to stages around the world since embarking on a solo career in 2006.
This week we are joined by our good friends John Jennings (Vice President, Royer Labs Microphones) and Matt Coles (Engineer, Compass Sound Studio) to discuss mics, mic placements and to announce the launch of some very cool collaborative videos.
This week we feature New Orleans 6-string banjoist, Seva Venet. Seva has traveled the world with a who's who of New Orleans traditional jazz musicians and plays the 6-string banjo in the style of the great Danny Barker. He is also a historian of the banjo in New Orleans music. Listen to Seva play and talk about the tradition of the banjo in New Orleans music.
Come wish 5-string banjo pioneer a happy 75th birthday during this special Pete Wernick Birthday Celebration on Deering Live. You can also ask Pete questions in the live chatroom or reply to this email with your questions! Pete Wernick is renowned worldwide for his contributions to bluegrass music: the hot-picking force in several trend-setting bands including Hot Rize, respected author and teacher, songwriter, and long-term President of the International Bluegrass Music Association....
We are so excited to invite the incredible 5-string banjoist Alison Brown to Deering Live this week!
We are very excited to feature Rhiannon Giddens on Deering Live. Rhiannon has been a longtime Deering banjo artist and was a founding member of the Grammy Award winning Carolina Chocolate Drops. She since has forged a very successful solo career.
Ever wondered what goes into a banjo? The answer is “a lot”. Join Deering VP Operations, Chad Kopotic as he completely disassembles and reassembles a Deering Banjo, live, while talking us through all the parts, and how they contribute to the banjos iconic sound. For any questions or if you need any banjo related help, please contact the Deering factory by using the following details: Email: info@deeringbanjos.com US Residents: Toll Free (800) 845 7791 Outside the US: +1 (619) 464 8252...
Learn how to utilize a 6-string banjo in a multitude of settings in this workshop with master session guitarist Brad Davis. Brad was a member of Marty Stuart’s band for over a decade and has also performed with Earl Scruggs, Sam Bush, Billy Bob Thornton, and many others. Brad will show you techniques to make the 6-string banjo sound like a 5-string banjo, fingerpicking techniques, flatpicking techniques, and more.
This week we are excited to feature actor/comedian Kevin Nealon and illustrator/animator/writer Brian Kesinger onto Deering Live. Both of our guests excel in their respected fields, but also both play the banjo as well. Join us for both a hillarious and interesting talk about their banjo journeys. This episode of Deering Live is part of NAMM's Belive In Music week.
Join us for the last Deering Live of 2020, where we will sit down with Greg, Janet and Jamie Deering, as we finally take a second to reflect on what has been a truly remarkable year. And since its Christmas, you never know who might join us at any time! So grab a drink and come hang with us.
