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Tony Trischka is bringing his EarlJam to Godfrey Daniels as he celebrates the release of his new album, “Tony Trischka EarlJam”! Join us for an evening with the legendary Father of Modern Bluegrass as he plays homage to Earl Scruggs alongside Michael Daves, Jared Engel, and Duncan Wickel. ABOUT TONY TRISCHKA
Tony Trischka is a Grammy-nominated banjo player, songwriter, and educator. He is considered one of the pioneers of progressive bluegrass music. Trischka has released over 30 albums and has won numerous awards, including the International Bluegrass Music Award for Banjo Player of the Year in 2007. He is also a prolific teacher and has written several books and DVDs on banjo playing.
Trischka was born in Syracuse, New York, in 1949. He began playing the banjo at the age of 12 and quickly became a proficient player. In the early 1970s, he moved to New York City and began playing with some of the leading figures in the bluegrass scene, including Béla Fleck and Steve Martin.
Trischka is a highly respected figure in the bluegrass world. He is considered one of the most innovative and influential banjo players of all time. His playing style is characterized by its speed, accuracy, and technical virtuosity. He is also known for his innovative use of the banjo, often incorporating elements of jazz, blues, and rock into his playing.
Trischka is a prolific composer and has written hundreds of songs, many of which have become standards in the bluegrass repertoire. He is also a gifted teacher and has written several books and DVDs on banjo playing. He is a popular workshop clinician and has taught at many music festivals around the world and to students worldwide on his online, interactive Tony Trischka School of Banjo.
Trischka is a true master of the banjo and his playing has inspired countless other musicians. He is a pioneer of progressive bluegrass music and his work has helped to expand the boundaries of the genre. He is a true legend of bluegrass music and his legacy will continue to inspire musicians for generations to come.
Visit Tony Trischka’s website: tonytrischka.com
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Godfrey Daniels, 9 E 4th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015-1655, United States,Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
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