Evan and John Marshall Duo, AKA The Fiddlin' Marshalls
Brothers Evan and John Marshall specialize in performing the music they call “Classgrass,” a celebration not only of the peaceful coexistence, but the actual blissful union of Classical and Bluegrass music.
“Classgrass” is concertos and hoedowns, instrumental virtuosity and pickin’ & grinnin’, all combined to create a one-of-a-kind concert.
Audiences have a down-home, toe-tappin’ good time along with an unforgettable listening experience.
Evan and John Marshall have brought their Classgrass to Symphony Halls all across the U.S.A., including Featured Guest Artist appearances with the Buffalo Philharmonic and Tulsa Philharmonic, as well as the Houston, Long Beach, Wichita, New Mexico, Fort Worth, Grand Rapids, Jacksonville, Pensacola, Phoenix, and San Antonio Symphony Orchestras. They have also played numerous Performing Arts Centers, State and County Fairs (over 400 shows at the Puyallup/Washington State Fair), Bluegrass and Folk Music Festivals, Park Concerts, Schools and Colleges, Convention Centers, Listening Rooms, and private homes.
Fiddler and bassist, John W. Marshall received his music degree from Occidental College, where he served as Concertmaster of the orchestra and studied with the legendary concert violinist Robert Gross. John is an innovator on the bass fiddle, and is regarded by many as Bluegrass music's premier slap-bass virtuoso.
Mandolinist and fiddler, Evan J. Marshall is a virtuoso musician and entertainer, regarded by fellow mandolinists as the premier solo performer in "Duo-Style." By himself, he sounds like several of the world’s finest mandolinists performing together. Country guitar legend Chet Atkins called Evan “One of the few great musicians of our time.”
“Classgrass” is concertos and hoedowns, instrumental virtuosity and pickin’ & grinnin’, all combined to create a one-of-a-kind concert.
Audiences have a down-home, toe-tappin’ good time along with an unforgettable listening experience.
Evan and John Marshall have brought their Classgrass to Symphony Halls all across the U.S.A., including Featured Guest Artist appearances with the Buffalo Philharmonic and Tulsa Philharmonic, as well as the Houston, Long Beach, Wichita, New Mexico, Fort Worth, Grand Rapids, Jacksonville, Pensacola, Phoenix, and San Antonio Symphony Orchestras. They have also played numerous Performing Arts Centers, State and County Fairs (over 400 shows at the Puyallup/Washington State Fair), Bluegrass and Folk Music Festivals, Park Concerts, Schools and Colleges, Convention Centers, Listening Rooms, and private homes.
Fiddler and bassist, John W. Marshall received his music degree from Occidental College, where he served as Concertmaster of the orchestra and studied with the legendary concert violinist Robert Gross. John is an innovator on the bass fiddle, and is regarded by many as Bluegrass music's premier slap-bass virtuoso.
Mandolinist and fiddler, Evan J. Marshall is a virtuoso musician and entertainer, regarded by fellow mandolinists as the premier solo performer in "Duo-Style." By himself, he sounds like several of the world’s finest mandolinists performing together. Country guitar legend Chet Atkins called Evan “One of the few great musicians of our time.”
Billy and the Hillbillies
“The best bluegrass band west of Los Angeles, the best overall(s) band in the country!”
Billy and the Hillbillies specializes in performing the music of the backwoods of the Santa Monica Mountains. They have concertized all across the USA, including Featured Guest Artist engagements with the Buffalo Philharmonic, and the Houston, Long Beach, Wichita, New Mexico, Fort Worth, Phoenix, Jacksonville, and San Antonio Symphony Orchestras, to name a few.
Founder, leader, and bassist, John W. Marshall received his music degree from Occidental College, where he served as Concertmaster of the orchestra and studied with the legendary concert violinist Robert Gross. John is an innovator on the bass fiddle, and is regarded by many as Bluegrass music's premier slap-bass virtuoso.
Mandolinist and fiddler, Evan J. Marshall is a virtuoso musician and entertainer, regarded by fellow mandolinists as the premier solo performer in "Duo-Style." By himself, he sounds like several of the world’s finest mandolinists performing together. Country guitar legend Chet Atkins called Evan “One of the few great musicians of our time."
Comedian and guitarist, John Eaden brings a unique blend of music and comedy to the stage. He has performed as “Ephraim” in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, “Bernardo” in West Side Story, and “Coniglio” in Pagliacci with Placido Domingo, and has had a recurring role as “Charles the Maitre D” on General Hospital.
Percussionist and guitarist, Arshag Chookoorian, a graduate of California State University, Northridge, has worked in nearly every phase of the music industry. As a percussionist, guitarist and vocalist, Arshag has performed with show groups on the Nevada Hotel circuit. His credits also include numerous motion picture and television appearances including Charlie’s Angels, The Love Boat, The Young and the Restless, General Hospital, Full House, and feature films Protocol and Heartbreakers. Arshag has released numerous CDs on the Lightning Records label.
Billy and the Hillbillies specializes in performing the music of the backwoods of the Santa Monica Mountains. They have concertized all across the USA, including Featured Guest Artist engagements with the Buffalo Philharmonic, and the Houston, Long Beach, Wichita, New Mexico, Fort Worth, Phoenix, Jacksonville, and San Antonio Symphony Orchestras, to name a few.
Founder, leader, and bassist, John W. Marshall received his music degree from Occidental College, where he served as Concertmaster of the orchestra and studied with the legendary concert violinist Robert Gross. John is an innovator on the bass fiddle, and is regarded by many as Bluegrass music's premier slap-bass virtuoso.
Mandolinist and fiddler, Evan J. Marshall is a virtuoso musician and entertainer, regarded by fellow mandolinists as the premier solo performer in "Duo-Style." By himself, he sounds like several of the world’s finest mandolinists performing together. Country guitar legend Chet Atkins called Evan “One of the few great musicians of our time."
Comedian and guitarist, John Eaden brings a unique blend of music and comedy to the stage. He has performed as “Ephraim” in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, “Bernardo” in West Side Story, and “Coniglio” in Pagliacci with Placido Domingo, and has had a recurring role as “Charles the Maitre D” on General Hospital.
Percussionist and guitarist, Arshag Chookoorian, a graduate of California State University, Northridge, has worked in nearly every phase of the music industry. As a percussionist, guitarist and vocalist, Arshag has performed with show groups on the Nevada Hotel circuit. His credits also include numerous motion picture and television appearances including Charlie’s Angels, The Love Boat, The Young and the Restless, General Hospital, Full House, and feature films Protocol and Heartbreakers. Arshag has released numerous CDs on the Lightning Records label.
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