Interview

Queen Esther Made a Civil War Album Unlike All the Rest

The multi-hyphenate actor-musician-artist describes her process crafting Blackbirding while in residence at Gettysburg National Military Park.

Vaiano’s Paisanos Valsa Continental Playlist

Rachel Meirs curates a playlist all about global string bands and string orchestras of the early 1900s. It’s a sound kept alive in part by the quartet on their upcoming album.

John Reischman: Between the Salish Sea and Salt Spring

We spoke to the mandolin master about his new album with the Jaybirds, the impact of his tune “Salt Spring,” and his famous Lloyd Loar-signed instrument.

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