The Back Shed String Band with Sequoia Rose — Bluegrass and folk

Lively bluegrass and classic country with vocal harmonies and a good sense of fun. Music that feels natural and essential as the landscape

The Back Shed String Band of Monroe, New Hampshire has been bringing lively bluegrass and classic country to audiences since 1997. Their sound blends traditional bluegrass energy with classic country favorites delivered with harmony vocals and a good sense of fun. Their easy-going stage presence keeps feet tapping and audiences singing along.

The band features Mary Choate on guitar and vocals, Perry Williams on upright bass and vocals, David Choate on mandolin, Barry Moore on Dobro, and new favorite member, Dawn Russell on banjo and vocals. The Back Shed String Band delivers a great time for listeners of all ages.

Sequoia Rose is a bluegrass musician whose music bridges the timeless soul of Appalachian tradition with a fresh, heartfelt voice. Raised in the hills of southwestern Pennsylvania, Sequoia grew up immersed in the sounds of bluegrass, folk, and old-time country—music that felt as natural and essential as the landscape around them.

From a young age, Sequoia found a deep connection to music through songwriting and guitar, developing a style rooted in emotional honesty and melodic storytelling. Drawing from the rich musical heritage of their upbringing, their sound is both grounded and evolving—respecting the past while carving a unique path forward.

Now living in Nashville, Tennessee, Sequoia is part of a new generation of artists breathing life into bluegrass with authenticity and creativity. Whether on stage or in the studio, their performances are marked by sincerity, soul, and a clear reverence for the genre’s roots.

Sequoia Rose’s music speaks to life’s quieter truths—the beauty in everyday moments, the pull of the natural world, and the stories that tie us all together. With every song, they invite listeners into a space where tradition and originality live side by side.