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Masters of the Banjo

Masters of the Banjo

April 4, 2013

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The 1993 Masters of the Banjo Tour featured traditional banjo styles, African and Irish as well as American, played by some of the instrument’s star players. Among the North Carolinians featured on this album are Kirk Sutphin, Tony Ellis, and Carroll Best.

Details: 1994, Arhoolie 421

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