Meet the Artists!

Follow the Muse

Follow the Muse is a Roots Rock, Americana band from the Utica area. Formed by Nick Piccininni (string wizard of the renowned Yonder Mountain String Band), the trio blends different musical genres creating an experience that sounds unlike any other artists. Nick is a highly proficient multi-instrumentalist and songwriter who got his start performing bluegrass music on the five-string banjo. Concertgoers will enjoy the band’s collaborative improvisation, original music, and unique interpretations of cover songs.Come experience an energy-driven live show that’s sure not to disappoint! 

Loren Barrigar and LJ Barrigar

Central New York’s premier finger-style guitarist, Loren Barrigar is an award-winning acoustic guitar player who has performed with some of the best players in the world including Stephen Bennett, Richard Smith, John Knowles, Muriel Anderson, and Tommy Emmanuel. He’s also recorded with Grammy winner and legendary producer Lloyd Maines. A guitar virtuoso and child prodigy, Loren performed at the Grand Ole Opry at age six, and has had a long and successful touring, recording, and songwriting career. LJ, his gifted son, is a highly talented musician who now plays with Loren as part of their finger-picking style duo. Loren and LJ have been on the road doing live shows and appearing on the radio nationwide. The duo performs favorite songs across the decades, as well as original music.