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The Kissers Album Three Sails
I recorded an album with The Kissers that’s out and available now. Three Sails has a great set of songs that are in a more traditional and acoustic vein that … More
Jon Drives a Ferrari
I like cars. A lot. And dogs, but this post is about cars. Larry (my duo partner) and I were hired to go on a week-long vintage car rally and … More
Johann Strauss Violin Play-Along for Hal Leonard
Check out the gold-plated statue of Johann and his cadre of fawning nymphs! I recorded seven waltzes and a polka for the upcoming Strauss violin play-along book from Hal Leonard. … More
Jazz at Five 20th Anniversary Show
Wednesday was the 20th Anniversary celebration of Madison’s “Jazz at Five” series. Gerri DiMaggio asked me to be a guest and we played a number of tunes to a big, … More
Shows with The Dang-Its
I played a couple shows this week with The Dang-Its. They’re a thinking person’s country band with good songs and great playing. I recorded a couple tracks on their newest … More
Mark Croft Band Live Recording at The Alley Stage
The Mark Croft Band played a show on Saturday at the Alley Stage in Mineral Point, WI. It’s a beautiful outdoor theatre and the backdrop for a three-camera video that … More
That’s Amore: Italian Songs Violin Play-Along
for Hal Leonard
Jake Johnson and I had a good time recording eight classic Italian songs for an upcoming Hal Leonard play-along book. I did my best instrumental impression of Dean Martin and … More
The JV Band rides again!
It’s been forever since I’ve led a show. I was asked to play a wedding reception in Madison and took this opportunity to put something new together. I asked some … More
NBC’s The Voice features Michael Brandmeier’s song
I recorded a song at Smart Studios with Michael Brandmeier a couple years ago called “Back in the Zone.” It’s a great tune that he co-wrote with Mark Croft. (I … More
Coaching the first Bluegrass Workshop at
Madison Music Foundry
I teach at two shops in Madison: Lane’s Lutherie and Madison Music Foundry. The Foundry just offered its first “Bluegrass Workshop.” Students auditioned for acceptance and placement and formed a … More