The Picky Fingers Banjo Podcast

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#129 - Ben Eldridge Oct 11, 2023

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This episode features Ben Eldridge, the highly influential banjo player best known for his work with the groundbreaking band The Seldom Scene, with whom he performed and recorded for several decades. Ben's blending of driving bluegrass playing with cascading melodic passages and tasteful accompaniment has made him an inspiring player for newer generations of banjoists. Ben also played and recorded with Cliff Waldron, Tony Rice, and more! Ben also has a new book out, co-written with Randy Barrett, titled On Banjo - Click HERE for a link to purchase.

Also on this episode is Ben's wife Barbara Eldridge, who graciously assisted in both the questions and storytelling for the interview. Thanks Barb!

Sponsored by Elderly Instruments, Peghead Nation, and Sullivan Banjos

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#128 - Tom Adams Sep 25, 2023

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This episode features Tom Adams, one of the most influential banjo players of his generation! Tom is best known for his exciting, energetic, creative, and driving banjo style which earned him multiple IBMA Banjo Player of the Year awards. He is best known for his performances and recordings with such artists as Jimmy Martin, The Johnson Mountain Boys, Blue Highway, Rhonda Vincent and the Rage, Michael Cleveland, and many more.

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Tom on the web:

www.adamscountybanjo.com

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#127 - John Bullard Sep 12, 2023

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This episode features John Bullard, a performer and author who has dedicated his efforts toward playing authentic renditions of classical music on the banjo! John discusses his background learning bluegrass banjo and classical guitar, and the decision to combine the two passions.

Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos

John on the web:

www.johnbullard.com

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#126 - Casey Henry Aug 29, 2023

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This episode features Casey Henry! Casey has been exposed to banjo music her entire life (via her parents Murphy and Red Henry), and has been teaching and playing professionally since her teenage years. She is best known for her performances and recordings with such groups as Uncle Earl, the Dixie Bee Liners, Casey & Chris and the Two Stringers, and her many lessons taught both privately and through the Murphy Method instructional platform.

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Casey on the web:

www.caseyhenry.net

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pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com

#125 - Riley Baugus Aug 14, 2023

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Riley Baugus is one of the top Old Time clawhammer banjoists, singers, guitarists, and open-back banjo builders out there on the scene today! He is best known for his solo work, as well as collaborations with Dirk Powell, Robert Plant, Alison Krauss, T-Bone Burnett, and many more! Recorded at Midwest Banjo Camp.

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Riley on the web:

www.rileybaugus.com

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#124 - "Masters of the 5-String Banjo" Revisited! Feat. Tony Trischka & Pete Wernick Jul 25, 2023

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Today's episode looks at the "behind-the-scenes" journey of making the best banjo book in existence: The Masters of the 5-String Banjo! Published nearly 40 years ago and written by banjo legends Tony Trischka & Pete Wernick, the book featured everything a true banjo nerd could want to know: in-depth interviews with the top players of the day, tablature of signature tunes, detailed photos, and a comprehensive table with details on nearly 50 additional professional banjo players.

Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Elderly Instruments, and Sullivan Banjos.

Tony on the web:

www.tonytrischka.com

Pete on the web:

www.drbanjo.com

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#123 - Murphy Henry Jul 10, 2023

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This episode's guest is the great bluegrass banjoist, author, and educator Murphy Henry! Murphy made a name for herself with her energetic banjo playing and singing, and has broadened her reach in recent years to writing (including her 2013 book "Pretty Good For a Girl" about the history of women in bluegrass) and of course teaching: she founded The Murphy Method, which has taught untold scores of banjo players worldwide, along with a steady stream of private students.

Sponsored by Elderly Instruments, Peghead Nation, and Sullivan Banjos

Murphy on the web:

www.murphymethod.com

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#122 - Butch Robins Jun 27, 2023

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This episode features legendary banjoist Butch Robins! Butch played several years with Bill Monroe, and is also well known for his stints with the New Grass Revival, Leon Russell, and his excellent solo recordings, among others. Topics include his views on bluegrass timing, stories about Bill Monroe, his famous pre-war flathead RB-4, and what he REALLY thinks of Billy Strings.

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Butch on the web:

www.butchrobins.com

Contact the show: pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com

#121 - Victor Furtado Jun 11, 2023

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This episode features Victor Furtado, a fantastic young clawhammer player who performs and records with The Wildmans as well as his own solo material. Victor is taking clawhammer banjo to brave new places, and demonstrates many of his innovative techniques! He is a winner of the Steve Martin Banjo prize, and a graduate of the Berklee College of Music.

Sponsored by Sullivan Banjos, Elderly Instruments, and Peghead Nation

Victor on the web:

www.victorfurtado.net

Contact the show:

pickyfingersbanjopodcast@gmail.com

#120 - Alan Munde (Replay from 6/22/18) May 31, 2023

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Enjoy this replay featuring the legendary banjoist Alan Munde! This interview originally aired 6/22/2018 in two parts as episodes 6 & 7.

Alan needs no introduction- he is among the most influential banjo players, composers, and instructors of his generation. After playing with Jimmy Martin, Alan went on to record and perform under his own name, as well as with legendary bands such as Country Gazette, and taught thousands of students during his time at South Plains College.

Sponsored by Peghead Nation, Sullivan Banjos, and Elderly Instruments.

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