Festival Bands
The Gibson Brothers - Blending the tradition of bluegrass and old-timey music with their own point of view, the Gibson Brothers mark their place with beautiful harmonies, playing, and exceptionally moving writing ... Every song isn't a rip roarin' breakdown with fingers flying all over the place, but when a solo is taken, you know about it. Eric and Leigh Gibson's sweet harmonies fall somewhere between those of Phil and Don Everly, and Charlie and Ira Louvin ... There is little question about the role of the heart in the making of modern bluegrass music and there is no doubt that the Gibsons apply lots of it to the music they so clearly love to make.
 
Goldwing Express is one of America's most exciting Bluegrass bands as three Native American brothers and their hilarious paleface father bring down the house with world-class, knee slappin' bluegrass. You will enjoy traditional country, bluegrass, gospel, clogging and comedy that will bring you out of your seats. If you are ready for some fun, laughter and good music then don't miss their show.
The Brombies - With a "it's gotta be fun or forget about it attitude", the Brombies are prominent musicians in the recording studios and bluegrass scene of Los Angeles. They have played all over the country and feel that Bluegrass music can be a major source of positive energy for each and everyone of us. The band places a lot of emphasis on their vocals and harmonies and presenting their original songs along with the traditional music of  "the Masters".
Headline Bluegrass  Band is based out of Phoenix, AZ. Performances began in early 2008 with a focus on playing throughout the Valley of the Sun, and eventually, the entire Four Corners region of the US. Drawn together by a mutual passion and love for bluegrass, members Billy Lee Cox, Jeff Schnuck, Tyler Walls, and Nathan Furiga form a tight knit band making music with a strong emphasis on tradition, harmony, and DRIVE!
 
 
 
 
Jam Pak Blues "n" Grass Neighborhood Band is from Chandler, Arizona and is a regular at the festival. This group of young musicians will not only entertain you, they will touch your heart as they perform traditional Bluegrass, gospel and old time music. It is probably the only Bluegrass band in the world whose ages range from 7 to 92, and has African American, Filipino, Hispanic, Native American and Caucasian players     www.jampak.com
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Valerie Smith and Liberty Pike play up a storm onstage and present beautiful and exciting performances with exceptional musicality. Valerie has a pure and sweet voice that bubbles and trills like a mountain stream in a blend of wonderful Bluegrass and enchanting Gospel music.  She has a storyteller's sensibility and timing and a singer's soulful vocals that leave her audience waiting to hear the next song.