Bill Emerson and Sweet Dixie

Beginning in 1957, Bill Emerson established himself as a banjo virtuoso and history maker alike! A founding member of the famed bluegrass ensemble "The Country Gentlemen", billed as a featured artist while with "Jimmy Martin" during the height of that bluegrass legend's career, the man who introduced the classic "Fox on the Run" to bluegrass, founder and shaper of "Country Current" the world renowned bluegrass ensemble of the United States Navy Band....Recently, I formed my own band and I invite you to come see one of our shows. I feel sure you will be impressed with this band of talented musicians.

With predictable regularity, the Western side of the U.S. produces a bluegrass band that turns heads. It is happening again. Sawmill Road is a collection of seasoned, award-winning musicians with original, dynamic and captivating styles. Together, they create a powerful mixture of bluegrass and a sound that is theirs alone.

The BladeRunners combine an engaging country-flavored vocal sound with the thrilling, edgy instrumental spunk that characterizes the best of the modern traditional bluegrass bands. With an attitude and determination to grow and advance for the benefit and satisfaction of the listener, The BladeRunners have been continually if not tenaciously refining their sound since their inception in 1998. The BladeRunners are geared up to present a soothing musical experience that will resonate deep within the heart of every bluegrass and country soul.

Fire Ridge is an award winning bluegrass band that plays a unique blend of traditional, contemporary and original music. Based in Prescott, Arizona, the group has been together since 2005 and plays various venues throughout the State. Fire Ridge continues to gain a solid reputation for a lively stage show and for performing top notch music. During their shows you’ll find them working their tight vocal harmonies around a single microphone, captivating the crowd with their dynamic energy and dressed to impress. Fire Ridge won the prestigious Arizona State Bluegrass Band competition in November 2006 and 2008 at the Wickenburg Bluegrass Festival and 3rd place in the 2008 RockyGrass Band Competition. The band consists of four outstanding musicians who have honed their talents over many years and share their love for bluegrass music every time they step out onto the stage..

"Headline Bluegrass Band is a "Shining Star". Well rehearsed, clean leads with excellent musicianship! Their drive and passion for Bluegrass can only help them grow exponentially!" - Rick Rhodes, chairman of ABA

"I first saw the band a year ago and was convinced I was in the presence of young stars in the making. Their combination of standards and original tunes was a good mix, their harmonies were clean, and most of all they knew how to pass a lead around and make it work for the song. They played with polish, not like a new band, but like long-time professionals" - Bill Sheldon, vice-chairman of ABA