Monroe Crossing, a popular bluegrass band named in honor of Bill Monroe, "the father of bluegrass music," will perform Saturday evening at Abounding Grace Sanctuary, 2450 S. Kolb, just north of East Golf Links Road on the west side of Kolb.
Hailing from Minnesota, Monroe Crossing incorporates blend of classic bluegrass, bluegrass gospel and heartfelt originals. They are audience favorites at festivals across the U.S. and Canada, performing an average of 125 shows a year.
Monroe Crossing is made up of five very distinct personalities with differing musical backgrounds and tastes. Band members are Derek Johnson on guitar; Lisa Fuglie on fiddle, mandolin, and lead and harmony vocals; Matt Thompson on mandolin, fiddle, and baritone vocals; Mark Anderson on bass and bass vocals; and Benji Flaming on banjo.
Their paths crossed through the music of Monroe, so they like to say they had a "Monroe crossing."
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Monroe Crossing will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is $15 cash at the door. RSVPs are recommended via e-mail to bonnie@lavamusic.org or call 647-3234. Details of the show, including a video link, are available at www.lavamusic.org.
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