S5E10 Andy Leftwich: American Fiddler!

Mike gets to chat with the iconic American Fiddler, Andy Leftwich. They cover all kinds of topics, including Andy’s incredible musical experiences, how best to learn a musical genre, some projects of historic scale … and coping with the shellac shortage during World War 2! We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did!

Mentioned in this Episode:
Andy Leftwich
The American Fiddler
Porch Stomp for events and jams
Bluegrass Jams Near Me

Events of Note:
Swamp in the City Cajun & Creole Music Festival – May 7^th to 10^th at Red Hook, Brooklyn NY
2026 AFBA Bluegrass Festival – July 30^th – August 2^nd at Wind Gap PA

Music in this Episode:
“Aced” – Andy Leftwich
“Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” – J.S. Bach performed by Andy Leftwich on mandolin
“Sally Goodin’” – Andy Leftwich with Kentucky Thunder
“Highland Rim” – Andy Leftwich

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