PLAYERS AND FRIENDS

JORMA KAUKONEN

Jorma and John Hurlbut enjoying Rob Lacey Guitars at the Fur Peace Ranch in Meigs County, Ohio.

PRESTON REED

Internationally recognised as one of the world’s most influential guitarists and a ground-breaking innovator, Preston Reed revolutionised acoustic guitar playing in the 1980’s and 90’s. His invention of integrated percussive guitar playing - an approach that incorporates a live percussive groove on the guitar neck and body with other techniques - continues to captivate audiences and inspire new generations of musicians around the world.

STEVE CLARKE

As well as fronting the Steve Clarke Trio, Steve has played with many internationally known artists including Sherry Winston, The Coasters, The Drifters, Mary Wells, Sam & Dave, and many more. Steve operates Q-UP Studios and Hop-N-Bop Records out of Bridgeport, CT.

BOBBY PALTAUF

Bobby Paltauf playing his Walnut and Adirondack Spruce steel string, featuring the Lyric amplification system by L.R. Baggs

JOE MYERS

Myers is now in beautiful Raleigh NC after two decades in Phoenix and a wonderful two year stint in New York City where he lived in the historic Hotel Chelsea, recording his most recent album. Lincoln Center, Village Jazz Fest, the Living Room and The Bitter End are some of his noted NYC performances. Four time "Best of Phoenix" solo artist, his original song writing, exotic tunings and world-class gift for phrasing and texture establish him as a formidable musical force where ever he performs.

KRISTIN GRAVES

Kristen Graves is a folk/pop singer, songwriter and humanitarian. Mentioned by both Rolling Stone and the New York Times, and given her own day across the state of Connecticut by Governor Malloy for her musicianship and activism, she has shared stages with Pete Seeger, Harry Belafonte, Peter Yarrow, Noel (Paul) Stookey, Rusted Root, Holly Near, Dar Williams, Guy Davis, Dan Zanes, David Amram, and many more. Her latest album "Now Ain’t the Time for Tears" is available on iTunes.