Editor’s Note: In April 2012 and again in 2014, the Hudson Valley Bluegrass Association presented a series of classes entitled “The Evolution of Bluegrass” to a group of students enrolled in the Center for Lifetime Studies, a program sponsored by … Read More
Receiving an announcement from Kat Mills recently about her forth upcoming CD, I realized it was time to check in with this long time HVBA member who was around at the very dawn of the organization. A little history from … Read More
You’re a producer. What does the producer do for a big festival such as Grey Fox? I used to have to do it all myself. I started in ’85 by doing everything but sell tickets. I booked it, I got … Read More
I finally had a chance to sit down with HVBA Vice President, consummate musician, bandmate and all around great guy, Pete Conklin, to chat about what music means to him. It’s not easy finding Pete without an instrument in his … Read More
I reached Eric by phone while he was on the road traveling south for a few dates in Florida. I asked him about his (relatively) new Henderson guitar, brother duets, and life on the road. Always gracious, Eric is as … Read More
There are many avenues of involvement for players of Bluegrass music. Jamming, learning, performing, songwriting, teaching, recording, and luthiery all add up to some of the most satisfying hours of spent time we will ever know. The music chooses … Read More
Greg Cahill is, in so many ways, the embodiment of bluegrass music: honest, friendly, and in it not because he wants to be, necessarily, but because he has to be. I was fortunate to reach him at his home on … Read More
How and when did you first get involved with the HVBA? About 10 years ago, I wandered in to a jam and “hid in the back.” I really liked the music and was there [at the jams] all the … Read More
Who are the members of your band? Bobby Ristau – bass and harmony vocals Bobby is an Americana Roots bassist and harmony singer. Bobby’s love of old time country and bluegrass music had its roots years ago when he first … Read More
On Saturday, November 17th, 7:30 pm, the Lonesome River Band will be performing at Christ Church in Poughkeepsie. This is a great opportunity to come out and hear this award winning group. Founded 30 years ago with a stack of … Read More