The band has just returned from a mini tour of Victoria with a concert spot at Yinnar and a terrific weekend at the Great Alpine Pick up at Harrietville.
Yinnar was an absolute blast and has become a firm favourite location to perform. The hospitality of the Strezlecki Stringbusters is legendary and this trip proved as epic as our last. Special thanks to Dana and Dan for sharing their home with us and to Dan and friends for providing after show entertainment. We are aleady looking forward to our next visit.
The Great Alpine Pick was once again a fantastic weekend of jamming and picking with some terrific performances by the Pipi Pickers, Coolgrass, Uncle Bill and others. The festival has grown from last year and looks set to become another must go to on the bluegrass calendar. We particularly enjoyed hosting the Gospel Concert at the church on Sunday morning. Those present will understand why this banjo picker will pay more attention in future...oops :-)
Many thanks to Jim and Angus for proving us with such a good weekend.
Next Bluegrass Parkway gig is at the Kulcha Club in Fremnantle on May 12. See you there.
VALE EARL SCRUGGS
Sadly, the great Earl Scruggs passed away yesterday March 28, aged 88.
Earl is credited with pioneering the three finger banjo picking style that is synonymous with bluegrass music.
Read about Earl's life here EARL SCRUGGS
March News
Things are starting to get busy again for the band with gigs planned for Yinnar, Harrietville, Fremantle and Mundaring as well as the Redlands Bluegrass Convention in July. On top of that, the band is also planning to record at least one new CD and put on a concert to celebrate our 25th year of performing.
Wayne is settling in as our new guitarist although Guy will still be perfoming with the band when Wayne is preoccupied with his 'real' job. Speaking of Wayne, he and the lovely Lucia will be tying the knot this Saturday - well done Wayne - punching above your weight again!!
Stay tuned for more gigs and gossip.
"Live In 45 Radio Show"
Albany Entertainment Centre, Albany WA
For the first time in Albany, Bluegrass Parkway will be performing their "Radio Show" live in the foyer of the Albany Entertainment Centre. Don't miss this great night: book here for tickets www.albanyentertainment.com.au
Redlands Bluegrass Convention
This is a great festival put on by true lovers of bluegrass music. Just on the edge of Brisbane, this is a wonderful location. There is a focus on workshops and jamming so come along prepared to take part!
Mundaring Folk Club
http://www.mfnbc.iinet.net.au/
