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Tom Rigney: On His Career And New Projects
Manage episode 428093623 series 2823295
In this episode of Backstage Sonoma, host Steve Roby is joined by Tom Rigney, a renowned fiddler, composer, and Bay Area music legend. Rigney discusses his extensive music career, beginning with his early days playing bluegrass in the 1970s, leading into his time with The Sundogs in the mid-1980s. He shares intriguing anecdotes, such as how he started playing with Queen Ida and her Bon Temps Zydeco Band, which set the stage for his future endeavors in Cajun and Zydeco music.
The interview concludes with a discussion of Rigney's recent European tour and his plans for future performances. Listeners are encouraged to check out his website for more information on his music and tour schedule.
228 episodes
Manage episode 428093623 series 2823295
In this episode of Backstage Sonoma, host Steve Roby is joined by Tom Rigney, a renowned fiddler, composer, and Bay Area music legend. Rigney discusses his extensive music career, beginning with his early days playing bluegrass in the 1970s, leading into his time with The Sundogs in the mid-1980s. He shares intriguing anecdotes, such as how he started playing with Queen Ida and her Bon Temps Zydeco Band, which set the stage for his future endeavors in Cajun and Zydeco music.
The interview concludes with a discussion of Rigney's recent European tour and his plans for future performances. Listeners are encouraged to check out his website for more information on his music and tour schedule.
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