2025 marks 50 years since The David Grisman Quintet first got together, an event that changed string band music forever. 

The DGQ played a huge part in the careers of some incredible musicians, including Tony Rice, Mike Marshall, Darol Anger and Todd Phillips, as well as including collaborations with Stéphane Grappelli. Their first record, The David Grisman Quintet, remains one of the most important records in string band history.

To celebrate the early years of the quintet, and the amazing music they created, I’ve been speaking to some of the people who were right at the heart of it.

First up is a wonderful conversation I had with Mike Marshall and Darol Anger. We talk about how they both came to be in that band, how the sound developed, what working with David taught them and what Tony Rice brought to the group.

Next week I’ll be sharing an interview with Todd Phillips, followed by an interview with the man himself, David Grisman.

For more on David, and to buy copies of his music (including the wonderful David Grisman Quintet – First Recordings Live in Dawg’s Living Room) visit acousticdisc.com

Happy picking!

Matt

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