Tony Trischka's Double Banjo Bluegrass Spectacular Show
date:Saturday, October 18, 2008 time:8:00 PM venue:Fairfield Theatre Company address:70 Sanford Street Fairfield, CT 06824 View map from:Fairfield Theatre Company
The avant-garde banjo stylings of Tony Trischka inspired a whole generation of progressive bluegrass musicians; he was not only considered among the very best pickers, he was also one of the instrument's top teachers.
Tony Trischka has been recording and touring for the last 35 years. He’s been a key figure in opening the banjo and acoustic music in general to wider influences.
Tony has shared stage and studio with such folks as David Grisman,John Denver, The Boston Pops, William S. Burroughs, Hazel Dickens, Jorma Kaukonen, Ralph Stanley, and countless others.
“…the godfather of what’s sometimes called new acoustic music.” - New York Times
“Urban bluegrass whiz.” - Time Magazine
“One of the most impressive banjoists alive.” - Billboard.
Buy Tickets: $32
FTC Members: $22
Doors Open at 7pm.
Location: FTC on StageOne.
