Bluegrass legend and mandolin virtuoso Emory Lester shares his insights into the development of style and technique in bluegrass, his experiences playing with bluegrass royalty … and his belt-length hair and rock-and-roll career! Plus, we get to meet Brooklyn’s own Alex Deane (by way of Nashville TN), and discuss her growing up in bluegrass, and tips on jamming. Enjoy!

Mentions in this Episode:

‘1863’ – Emory Lester & Mark Johnson

Michael Daves

‘Fisher’s Hornpipe’ – Emory Lester & Mark Johnson

‘My Long Journey Home’ – The Monroe Brothers

‘Where I’m Bound’ – Della Mae & Tom Paxton

‘Back Up and Push’ – Emory Lester

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