Steep Canyon Rangers bring their celebrated blend of traditional bluegrass and contemporary acoustic Americana to the Virginia Arts Festival’s Perry Pavilion, in an evening co-presented with North Shore Point, on May 14 at 7:30 PM.

Hailing from the Appalachian and Piedmont regions of North Carolina, the Rangers, with over 15 albums, have forged a career honoring mountain music while reaching out to encompass literary roots, regional influences, and even jam grass, as well as their collaborations with that banjo-playing youngster, Steve Martin, who appears on their latest single.

Renowned for their virtuoso playing, soaring harmonies, and emotionally resonant storytelling, the band has attracted fans beyond the bluegrass world, establishing itself as one of the most influential groups in Americana today. With the addition of award-winning singer-songwriter Aaron Burdett, their sound carries an even deeper sense of soul and immediacy — music that can be tender, fiery, and unforgettable.

Join us at the Perry Pavilion for the three-time Grammy nominees and Grammy Award winners for Best Bluegrass Album whose artistry continues to shape American roots music.

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