original songs as well as on many bluegrass standards. Her dynamic
mandolin playing delivers a powerful bluegrass sound. By blending a variety
of styles & techniques along with her own innovative zest, Ashley has
developed her unique sound that is true to the traditional roots of bluegrass
with a fresh original flair. Multiple first-place mandolin winner, Ashley is also
a member of Artstour, and is a seven-time recipient of the Master/Apprentice
Mandolin Grant, awarded by the Illinois Arts Council.
his many talents to the band creating a beautiful blend of
unsurpassed leads, tight harmonies, and fiery guitar solos. He is
currently a faculty member and instructor at the Old Town
School of Folk Music in Chicago.
rhythmically with his solid timing and innovative style. Vocally, Marc adds
smooth harmonies and impressive leads that give Ashton Gap a distinctive edge.
with bluegrass bands and now adds his own creative style to Ashton Gap. In
a driving, yet mellifluous technique, he accomplishes unsurpassed bluegrass
with his great expertise and discriminating taste on the banjo.
