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Join us for an evening of spellbinding music as Tony Trischka, hailed as “the father of modern bluegrass” by The New York Times, takes the stage. Weaving intricate melodies and complex rhythms into a tapestry of sound, this unforgettable concert, celebrating bluegrass legend Earl Scruggs, transcends traditional bluegrass with Trischka’s signature blend of classic and contemporary styles.

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Revelry: Tony Trischka's EarlJam - A Tribute to Earl Scruggs

Leonard Nimoy Thalia at Symphony Space

Tony Trischka’s EarlJam – A Tribute to Earl Scruggs

World Cafe Live

Tony Trischka is considered one of the most influential living banjo players. Trischka’s EarlJam honors Scruggs, the pioneer of a unique three-finger banjo style and one of the most important figures in bluegrass. “The depth of Earl’s genius becomes ever more apparent when I transcribe his solos, which I’ve been doing my entire life and with renewed vigor. Discovering new twists and turns in his playing is pure joy and in fact the inspiration for this show,” remarks Trischka.

Noon30: Tony Trischka

Trustees' Garden

Tony Trischka is one of the most influential banjo player in the roots music world. For this performance Tony will be honoring the music of North Carolina legend Earl Scruggs. He is a pioneer of the three-finger banjo style that is the signature sound of bluegrass. The show traces Scruggs musical life from childhood his final days. Tony's band features Brittany Haas on fiddle, mandolinist Jacob Jollif, Michael Daves on vocals and guitar and bassist Jared Engel.

Tony Trischka's Earl Jam - PineCone

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Tony Trischka is considered the consummate banjo artist and perhaps the most influential banjo player in the roots music world. For more than 50 years, his stylings have inspired a whole generation of bluegrass and acoustic musicians with the many voices he has brought to the instrument.

Joe's Pub

A high-energy celebration of New York’s vibrant banjo scene. From native New Yorkers to adopted city dwellers, these exceptional players have all been shaped by the rhythms, cultures, and chaos of the Big Apple. Backed by a powerhouse band, Trischka leads an unforgettable evening of genre-defying music, with surprise guest artists bringing their own unique flair.

Tony Trischka In Residence: NY Banjo Night

Peter Jay Sharp Theatre at Symphony Space

A deeply personal tribute to the legendary Earl Scruggs. With a stellar band and special guest Michael Daves, Scruggs’s story comes to life in this musically thrilling evening—from his North Carolina roots to his revolutionary impact on American music.

Tony Trischka in Residence: Earl Jam Featuring Michael Daves

Stepping beyond the bounds of bluegrass to explore the full breadth of his musical imagination, this genre-blurring evening features selections from Trischka’s haunting and lyrical EmiDickinson project alongside new and reimagined compositions, performed both solo and with small ensembles.

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Tony Trischka

Events

Upcoming events

Mar 12, 2026

Tony Trischka In Residence: NY Banjo Night · Symphony Space

Mar 19, 2026

Tony Trischka in Residence: Earl Jam Featuring Michael Daves · Symphony Space

Mar 26, 2026

Tony Trischka In Residence: Great Big World · Symphony Space

Past events

Apr 11, 2025

Revelry: Tony Trischka's EarlJam - A Tribute to Earl Scruggs · Symphony Space

Apr 10, 2025

Tony Trischka’s EarlJam – A Tribute to Earl Scruggs · World Cafe Live

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