Bluegrass BKLYN
Bluegrass BKLYN
Podcast Description
Check out the vibrant bluegrass music scene here in Brooklyn, NYC. Join your host Mike Willner and meet the musicians and teachers, explore the venues and events, and share the stories and community that make this the Bluegrass Borough. We’ll talk classic bluegrass, bluegrass-adjacent music, vendors, instruments, jam camps, current events, gear ... you know, all the good stuff! So give a listen, we’ll have a fine old time.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes surrounding bluegrass music, including artist interviews, event highlights, gear discussions, and community stories. For example, in Episode 2, there is an in-depth interview with renowned performer Michael Daves, alongside updates on local jams and a discussion about the Bluegrass Mt. Rushmore for fiddle players, illustrating the blend of personal stories and community engagement.
Check out the vibrant bluegrass music scene here in Brooklyn, NYC – and beyond. Join your hosts Mike Willner and Liz Wolfe to meet the musicians and teachers, explore the venues and events, and share the stories and community in the Bluegrass Borough …. and beyond. We’ll talk classic bluegrass, bluegrass-adjacent music, vendors, instruments, jam camps, current events, gear … you know, all the good stuff! So give a listen, we’ll have a fine old time.
Mike chats with Lake Carver and Lyla Cherry of the dynamic North Carolina-based band Carolina Detour. These talented and accomplished young musicians (they are both 16 year old!) reflect on a broad range of musical topics like performing, competing – and the challenges of fitting it all into a crowded school schedule. Hear the voices of the next generation of Bluegrass. Enjoy!
Mentioned in this Episode
Carolina Detour
Earl Scruggs Music Festival – September 4th to 6th @ Mill Spring NC
Music in this Episode:
“No Wrong Turn” – Carolina Detour
Our Sponsors:
– We learn and grow with Peghead Nation’s online courses and world-class instructors
– We’re powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones – that’s why we sound so good!
– Mike exclusively plays Robinson Fiddles
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