Discover the fascinating journey of musician Max Wareham as he transitions from jazz to bluegrass, uncovering a serendipitous family connection with legendary bluegrass artist Peter Rowan. Max’s tale is not just about finding lineage but also about the dedication and persistence required to learn from a master. We explore how Max's musical understanding transformed under Peter's mentorship, and why live performances became an essential element of his growth, teaching him the true essence of music.

Max shares his unique relationship with the banjo and how an unexpected gift of this instrument led him to embrace its ethereal sound. Through a summer filled with bluegrass festivals and communal music-making, he experienced the joy of playing not to impress, but to share and connect with others. His story paints a vivid picture of the vibrant bluegrass community and the profound impact it had on his creativity and musical direction.

Max has assembled a team of top-tier musicians for his debut album, 'Daggommit', due out February 21st. Uncover the exhilaration and challenges of recording fresh takes, and the excitement of documenting the contributions of lesser-known bluegrass musicians like Rudy Lyle. Max also talks about the beauty of imperfection and authenticity in live performances, a lesson crystallized by a compliment from banjo legend Béla Fleck. Throughout our conversation, we celebrate the unscripted magic of music and life, and the invaluable support from mentors and family that Max describes so vividly.

Head over to https://www.maxwareham.com/ for tour info, lessons, and more!

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