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Whistle Stop

Whistle Stop is a family band consisting of mom, dad and 2 daughters. We are a traditional bluegrass/gospel band with a very unique sound of three female vocalists. Our love of bluegrass music started on a “camping trip” to Wickenburg, AZ in November 1995.

To our pleasant surprise we were introduced to bluegrass music and its wonderful family environment. Brittany - 6 and Briana - 3 were given their first guitars.

Brittany, now 16, shows her style on lead and rhythm guitar; and is a strong young vocalist. Briana, now 13, plays lead and rhythm guitar and a spirited fiddle. She frequently surprises the audience with the maturity her voice commands. Mom (Carol), in addition to vocals, adds her dobro skills, and Dad (Greg) completes the band on the standup bass.

Carol grew up on the farm in Southern Minnesota and Greg originates from the Philadelphia area. Whistle Stop bases out of Phoenix, Arizona but travels to the mid-west during the summer to enjoy the wonderful hospitality.

Contact: Carol Pearse
Phone: 623-780-8414
Email: whistlestopbluegrass@cox.net
Website: www.whistlestopbluegrass.com

 

 

 

 

2006 festivals

Winter Bluegrass Weekend
March 3-5, 2006

Minnesota Homegrown Kickoff
June 2-4, 2006

Minnesota Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Festival
August 10-13, 2006