Emory Lester &
THE EMORY LESTER SET
 use Black Diamond Strings
Emory plays a Heiden F model Mandolin
"One of this day's foremost exponents of the acoustic mandolin."
"The power and attack of his mandolin playing are unmatched, his sound is infectious."
"...1993 recording "Pale Rider", and 1995 recording "The Emory Lester Set" has placed him among the elite mandolinists of our time."
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The Campaign Continues.....
Mark Johnson and Emory Lester have long been revered as roots music
super pickers. Here, with the follow up release to the highly praised
Acoustic Campaign project, we present them at their best. Johnson,
one of the finest Banjo stylists in the world and Lester, a mandolin
master and guitar great, combine their talents to create a project that
is urban and archaic, antiquated and modern. With their own takes on
traditional fiddle tunes, British Isle ballads and original
compositions, these two flat picking greats have created an emotion
filled CD. With high praises from Ricky Skaggs, who offers detailed
liner notes, along with the respect from the upper echelon of
traditional music players, it is easy to see how Acoustic Rising will
be a very important release for 2006.
Introducing....
THE EMORY LESTER SET
The EMORY LESTER SET is an ensemble of bluegrass and new acoustic artists from Ontario Canada, put together to feature Emory's music. Mainstay members are violinist / composer Marion Linton (featured in the July 2004 issue of Bluegrass Now magazine) bassist / composer Kene Hyatt, and one of the most exciting instrumental talents in the music, acoustic guitar wizard Marc Roy.
Emory's musically pleasing vocals coupled with his exciting instrumental skills are a pleasure to hear as he performs many of his original compositions along with traditional tunes. Don't miss out on an entertaining presentation that makes the Emory Lester Set performance one to be enjoyed and long remembered.
- EMORY LESTER - mandolin/Vocals
- KENE HYATT - acoustic bass
- MARION LINTON - fiddle/Vocals
- MARC ROY - guitar/Vocals
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CHRISTMAS CAROLS
NEW INSTRUMENTAL RECORDING of TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS MUSIC |
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CHRISTMAS CAROLS - 2005 - Quiet Fire Productions QFP-020
Just in time for a joyous holiday season, this brand new release of traditional Christmas music is destined to become a beloved part of the Holiday season. An instrumental collection of traditional carols performed by mandolinist / multi-instrumentalist Emory Lester, is sure to unveil the happy and wonderful atmosphere of Christmas, and become a wonderful gift for any acoustic music fan. The musical tones are thick, the musical colors are vibrant, and the Christmas spirit is sure to flourish with 'Christmas Carols'.....Includes creative mandolin versions of 'Carol of the Bells', 'O Come O Come Immanuel', as well as beautifully traditional versions of 'The Coventry Carol', 'We Three Kings of Orient Are', and many others.... |  |
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CRUISIN' THE 8 - Quiet Fire Productions QFP-011
'Cruisin' the 8' has become a landmark recording for Emory. In this collection, he has crafted some new instrumentals, and covered the entire acoustic spectrum from bluegrass, to jazz, to new age compositions - all in one CD. He tracked most of the instruments himself, including mandolin, guitar, violin, banjo, piano, acoustic bass, mandola, baritone violin, 12-string guitar, synthesizer, and percussion. Guest appearances by Mark Johnson, Mike Munford, brother Dale Lester, and George Hodgkiss.
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PALE RIDER - 1993 - Vamp VMP-EL200 -
This widely acclaimed project has drawn rave reviews the world over, and still continues to make waves amongst pickers to this day. Joined by stellar sidemen Tony Trischka, Ray Legere, Slavek Hanzlik, Kene Hyatt, and Andy Thompson, this all-instrumental project showcases Emorys mandolin playing and songwriting in a bluegrass and new acoustic music setting. |  |
 | MARK JOHNSON and EMORY LESTER - ACOUSTIC CAMPAIGN - Bangtown Records
The Mark Johnson and Emory Lester initial debut project has received great reviews and attention throughout the bluegrass and acoustic music community. This project features Emory's guitar, mandolin and vocals along with Mark's uniquely creative style of banjo playing, and a wide ranging selection of traditional acoustic music, featuring many of Mark's latest compositions. |
in PERFORMANCE
 | The EMORY LESTER SET..... The EMORY LESTER SET is an ensemble of bluegrass and new acoustic artists from Ontario Canada, put together to feature Emory's music. Mainstay members are violinist / composer Marion Linton (featured in the July 2004 issue of Bluegrass Now magazine) bassist / composer Kene Hyatt, and one of the most exciting instrumental talents in the music, acoustic guitar wizard Marc Roy |
MARK JOHNSON / EMORY LESTER duo
...the duet of Mark Johnson and Emory Lester has been performing now for the last 3 years, and has travelled all over the country. Each a skilled artist, duet combinations of banjo/guitar and banjo/mandolin make for exceptional musical performances, and a depth and fullness of sound that must be heard to be believed. |  |
| Recent Releases featuring Emory | |
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JIMMY GAUDREAU -
In Good Company –
CMH CD 8983 |
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CHRIS SEXTON – Coffee at Midnight –
Pinecastle PRC6509 |
MAPLE CREEK with Emory Lester -
One Good Reason –
MCR393 |
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| In The Media |
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BLUEGRASS NORTH
Mar./Apr.2005
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BLUEGRASS UNLIMITED
Dec.2003
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BLUEGRASS NOW
Mar. 2003
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ACOUSTICA MAGAZINE
Feb.2003
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MANDOLIN MAGAZINE
summer 1999
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BLUEGRASS CANADA
Sep./Oct.1994
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....also, BLUEGRASS NOW – May 2005
‘Offstage’ with Emory
Lester....column by Caroline Wright.... |
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