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Banjo player Tray Wellington’s approach to the quintessential American instrument is all about looking forward. An International Bluegrass Music Association Award winner, Wellington is critically acclaimed not only for his technical prowess but also for leveraging his unique point of view to craft a one-of-a-kind voice on the instrument. It’s a feat that’s all too rare in these roots genres that seem to value emulation and regurgitation over all else. Instead, Wellington has time and time again reasserted that his playing style, and all of the many varied and disparate parts that combine within it, is wholly his own – and it’s unconcerned with tradition. Tray Wellington Band sets include broad, through-composed new acoustic instrumentals that are cerebral and intentional, but accessible, too. Their concerts never stray into “show off” territory. They’ll often include entrancing covers – like a show-stopping rendition of Kid Cudi’s “Pursuit of Happiness” – and plenty of bluegrass, Americana, and country, but the bulk of material here is original with a focus on composition and improvisation. This gifted musician hits the Jig & Reel stage for a lively performance on November 8th from 9 pm to midnight! No Cover Charge
21+
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Boyd's Jig & Reel, 102 W Jackson Ave SW, Knoxville, TN 37902-1015, United States,Knoxville, Tennessee
