Mike gets to chat with the iconic American Fiddler, Andy Leftwich. They cover all kinds of topics, including Andy’s incredible musical experiences, how best to learn a musical genre, some projects of historic scale … and coping with the shellac shortage during World War 2! We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did! Mentioned in this Episode: Andy Leftwich The American Fiddler Porch Stomp for events and jams Bluegrass Jams Near Me Events of Note: Swamp in the City Cajun & Creole Music Festival – May 7th to 10th at Red Hook, Brooklyn NY 2026 AFBA Bluegrass Festival – July 30th – August 2nd at Wind Gap PA Music in this Episode: “Aced” – Andy Leftwich “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” – J.S. Bach performed by Andy Leftwich on mandolin “Sally Goodin’” – Andy Leftwich with Kentucky Thunder “Highland Rim” – Andy Leftwich We are powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones We exclusively play fiddles from Brad Robinson Fiddles and Linen Frederick Violins Contact mike@bluegrassbklyn.com / Visit bluegrassblyn.com / Follow @bluegrassbklyn Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved
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