Bluegrass Band Santa Barbara

Bluegrass - Banjo

The banjo player's interest in bluegrass and folk music was kindled at an early age when he began playing guitar and banjo in the 2nd grade. At age 10 he was performing for his schoolmates at special concerts alongside his teacher. At 11 years old, he performed on live TV in the Statue of Liberty Celebrations Closing Ceremony in Giant's Stadium. By age 14 he had started his first bluegrass band, The Yankee Bluegrass Boys, playing at McNulty's Ice Cream Shop for enthusiastic audiences. He continued to teach banjo lessons while persuing his undergraduate degree from Cornell University. After graduation, he moved to Santa Barbara, California and started his second bluegrass band, Wild Sage, in 1998. Wild Sage's popular success included taking 3rd place at the esteemed Telluride Bluegrass Festival Band Competition in 2000, performing on the mainstage of the Strawberry Music Festival in 2001 and numerous radio and concert apperances throughout California. And he has been playing bluegrass in Santa Barbara ever since.

Bluegrass - Mandolin

The mandolinist (String Wizards, Acousticats) is an instrumental powerhouse with an unstoppable wit and perpetual smile. He is a talented songwriter and has released two solo albums which have received wide recognition. When not touring with such laudable acts as John McEuan, Robin and Linda Williams, or his own band, he can be found haunting L.A. recording studios where he’s recorded with some of the top names in the business.

Bluegrass - Guitar

Guitarist is well known to bluegrass fans. Having toured extensively in the U.S. and Europe, he is no stranger to tight harmony singing and cheering crowds. He is known for his extraordinary mandolin and guitar playing.

Bluegrass - Bass

The Bassist has played bluegrass, folk, modern and traditional jazz, blues, country, rockabilly, and "beatnik cowboy" music since 1971.