S3E5 Emory Lester!

Bluegrass legend and mandolin virtuoso Emory Lester shares his insights into the development of style and technique in bluegrass, his experiences playing with bluegrass royalty … and his belt-length hair and rock-and-roll career! Plus, we get to meet Brooklyn’s own Alex Deane (by way of Nashville TN), and discuss her growing up in bluegrass, and tips on jamming. Enjoy! Mentions in this Episode: Emory Lester emorylester.com Emory Lester on Facebook ‘1863’ – Emory Lester & Mark Johnson Alex Deane @alexdeanemusic Michael Daves @michael.daves michaeldaves.com Wernick Method Jam Camp – October 10-12 Fiddle Hell – November 13-16 Music in this Episode (in order of Appearance): ‘Fisher’s Hornpipe’ – Emory Lester & Mark Johnson ‘My Long Journey Home’ – The Monroe Brothers ‘Where I’m Bound’ – Della Mae & Tom Paxton ‘Back Up and Push’ – Emory Lester Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

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Meet mandolin legend Emory Lester as he shares about his lifetime in bluegrass music. And, don’t miss the chance to meet Brooklyn’s own Alex Deane, singer / guitarist / songwriter.

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