| For over 25 years The Whitewater Bluegrass Co. has
captivated audiences throughout the Southeast with their blend of Bluegrass
music, country ballads, mountain swing and down-home humor. With Whitewater,
mountain culture is a celebration of music, song and dance. |
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| Audience involvement is a priority for any Whitewater
performance. With true Southern charm and manners Whitewater's MC, square-dance
caller and bass man, "Uncle Ted" White, will put you right at ease. He can have
you dancing and following calls in as little as fifteen minutes. Combine this
with some country wit and you have a show with a solid foundation. |
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| The driving rhythm of Bill Byerly's Martin guitar
provides the backdrop against which the melody of sound is woven. Bill has been
a veteran of the Asheville music scene for over 30 years. After discovering
electricity, he became one of the leading players of Southern Rock, dance music
and Top 40 coming out of Western North Carolina. He returned to acoustic music
some 24 years ago, after he joined The Whitewater Bluegrass Co. |
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| These two founding members have brought together some of
the finest musicians this area has to offer. With the addition of David Pendley
on mandolin, the blend of the Whitewater sound has become riveting. Dave served
for ten years with "Ric-o-Chet," who recorded several albums for Rebel Records.
His distinct chop, paired with impeccable timing, adds to the drive of
Whitewater's accent. In addition, his great ear for harmony and lead singing
make Dave a welcome addition to the Whitewater family. |
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| Steve Sutton, on banjo, has had a vast and varied career.
He cut his musical teeth working for Raymond Fairchild in Maggie Valley and
went directly from there to working with the King of Bluegrass, Mr. Good &
Country, Jimmy Martin. He has helped Rhonda Vincent create her sound with The
Rage and most recently worked with Alicia Nugent. Steve is an International
Bluegrass Music Award (IBMA) winner as well as a Grammy nominated artist. His
machine-gun delivery with the banjo will leave you wanting more. |
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| Gary Mackey, on fiddle, is one of the most animated
players in music. He has recorded for some of the top acts coming out of
Nashville today including the Bellamy Brothers and Dolly Parton, as well as
working for the Goose Creek Symphony. Learning fiddle tunes at an early age at
the knee of Uncle Albert and Aunt Emma Hammond, Gary went on to become a
two-time Georgia State fiddle champion. He is a true showman and a delight to
witness as he performs. |
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| Whether they are playing a festival, convention, wedding
or just a good old mountain-style party, The Whitewater Bluegrass Co. offers
the best interface between culture and crowd. With their tight sound they have
served as the host band for Folkmoot U.S.A., the Smokey Mountain Folk Festival,
Kanuga Conference Centers and the Historic Horse Barn on the Biltmore Estate.
They have also been featured entertainers for the North Carolina Bar
Association, the Carter Family Fold, the Mountain Heritage Center at Western
Carolina University and the Grove Park Inn. |
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| Whitewater Bluegrass Co. currently has two CD's out Still
Havin' Fun and Pickin' in the Blueridge. They have also served as the staff
band for the first in the DVD series Spirit of the Mountains, The Stories of
Uncle Albert Burnett. |
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| Whatever you are looking for in your entertainment needs,
Whitewater Bluegrass Co. always delivers a performance to please just about
anyone. Whatever the occasion, you'll be guaranteed a tremendous time.
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| For booking arrangements, contact:
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| Bill Byerly: 828-691-8049 or 828-257-7104
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| "Uncle Ted" White: 828-206-7007 or
828-687-2910 |
| Or look for us on the World Wide Web
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| whitewaterbluegrassco.com |