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Abigail Washburn (Joshua Black Wilkins)
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Abigail Washburn thought she had her goals set. She was on her way to a career in international law based in China when a bluegrass musician stopped her in her tracks. At a party, she heard a recording of Doc Watson singing “Shady Grove” and she fell in love with the banjo.
“I was struck by it as something that sounded uniquely American. I had this revelation: I just don't know enough about America. I love this place China … but I don't know enough about my own country’s roots and culture and traditions.”
So she picked up the banjo herself, and what started off as a hobby turned into a record deal. Her new album is City of Refuge.
Produced by Michael Raphael.
Bonus Track: Abigail Washburn, “Burn Through” from City of Refuge
Contributors:
Michael Raphael
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Loved this spot. What struck me most (kudos to Michael Raphael) was that the story had no music from Abigail until its fruition. I was hooked by the story and then, after the tale was told, the music, standing on its own, and wonderful. What a treat!
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