Dynamic Acoustic Bluegrass Duo featuring Banjo, Guitar, Mandolin and powerful vocal harmonies in a variety of compelling arrangements. From the style of Earl Scruggs, to the passionate vocals of Emmylou Harris, to classic country duets and contemporary folk, the music can be custom tailored to fit your event. Music, sound reinforcement, and show all conducted in an experienced, professional manner.
1 review
Darek R.
May 11, 2026Paddle Faster played at our home for my wife's birthday. They showed up on time, great communication throughout process, and made every effort to to accommodate our requests. They played beautifully and were a huge hit among our guests. I can't recommend them enough as they helped make the night truly memorable!
Hired as: Bluegrass Band
Price range: Negotiable
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes
A professional musical duo, playing a professional show. We can provide sound reinforcement to fit the venue.
Music ranges from Bluegrass, Americana, traditional Country, using two instruments and two voices.
The musical selections can be tailored to the venue if there is a specific musical request or need- we have experience playing for Assisted Living Facilities, Bluegrass FEstivals, Weddings, corporate dinners, church services, family reunions, breweries, restaurants,
(Videos on Facebook page, Paddle Faster Acoustic) Karen and Scott, together known as Paddle Faster have provided a blend of acoustic Bluegrass, Americana and traditional Country music for over 10 years. They have played in the area since 2024, in different groups and genres. Karen learned to play banjo in the Shenendoah Valley of VA. She conveys her love of music, with a particular favor to the hard driving bluegrass tunes, but incorporates her classical piano background in the melodies and sweeter songs. A harmony singing church background comes through the vocals.
Scott brings years of experience playing music, starting in his New Jersey home states His tasteful and skilled guitar and mandolin work has entertained folks for decades. His love of meaningful lyrics and great songs from great writers keep the song selection fresh and interesting. Together the duo provides everything from Bluegrass favorites and sweet country tunes for dancing, to melodies and tunes for listening and enjoying. A professional Duo, playing a professional show.
If outside, we request a covered area, if possible (open canopy to protect from sun or possible rain).
We need close access to electricity if a sound system is needed.
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Waynesville, NC
Rocky Top or Foggy Mt Breakdown (if requested)
Nobody's Love
Those Memories
How Blue
Thanks Alot
Remington Ride
Blue Night
When You say Nothing at All
Bluegrass greats: Flatt and Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Don Reno
Songwriters and performers: Towns Van Zandt, Bill Staines, Fred Eaglesmith, Joel Mabis, John Prine, Keith Whitley, Emmylou Harris, Bill Monroe, The Trio, Linda Ronstadt,
close Access to electricity for sound system.
covered stage area in case of rain, or to shield from sun
Bluegrass Band