Tribute to the Fiddle
On December 13, 2009 we had our first “Tribute to the Fiddle” show. Grammy Winner Sara Watkins joined us via telephone and gave incredible insight regarding her early starts as a fiddle player, technique, and following her new path as a solo artist.
Sara began her career as the fiddle player for the progressive bluegrass group Nickel Creek and has recently released her first solo record produced by John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin. In addition to her solo project she lends back up vocals to several Nashville musicians and is involved with Fiction Family and Works Progress Administration.
Here is our two part interview with Sara.
Sara Watkins Interview Part I
Sara Watkins Interview Part II
Tania Elizabeth co-founded the critically acclaimed Grammy winning group, The Duhks, in 2001, has started her own record label in which she released two solo albums, and is currently working on a book to assist touring musicians with living a healthier lifestyle.
Her blog, http://greendux.blogspot.com/, is a great resource for anyone looking to embrace living a sustainable life- specifically in the entertainment industry.
Hear her interview here as she talks about fiddle technique, the start of her recording company, artists who inspire her, and living a healthy lifestyle.
Tania Elizabeth Interview Part I
Tania Elizabeth Interview Part II
Asheville-local Caroline Pond is well known for her work with Snake Oil Medicine Show, her side project- Sugar and Spice with Amy Worthen of Mad Tea Party, and various projects with regional bands. Caroline joined us for an in studio performance and interview. Check out this exclusive interview as Caroline discusses her start with the fiddle, transition from classical musician to a “soul, funk, bluegrass-y” lead frontwoman for one of our regions most diverse and entertaining acts!
Caroline Pond Interview
Caroline Pond- “Breaking Up Christmas”
Caroline Pond- “Greasy Plantains”
Caroline Pond- “Unknown Uke Song”