| JESSE and the ~ VIRGINIA BOYS BAND ~  Jesse McReynolds and the Virginia Boys & Girl from left to right: Travis Wetzel, Amanda McReynolds, Jesse, Luke McKnight, Garrett McReynolds and Buddy Griffin. ##################### Visiting with the Virginia Boys Band Garrett McReynolds, Tenor Vocals and Guitar  Garrett filled some big shoes stepping in to Jim's tenor position. Garrett stepped up and does great! He is Jesse's grandson, son of the late Keith McReynolds. ################## Gary Reece, Banjo  Super banjo player and all-around great guy. A master of taste, Gary plays what a song needs. You can set your clock on Gary. From middle Tennessee. ################### Travis Wetzel, Fiddle  The Mad Fiddler! Travis has no comparison... well, maybe the great Scotty Stoneman. An awesome fiddler and all-around musician. Travis Wetzel has five albums featuring his contemporary fiddle music, mandolin, guitar & vocals. He can be heard as the lead fiddler on countless bluegrass, rock, gospel, country and jazz albums. He has performed and recorded with bluegrass artists Bill Monroe, Bill Harrell, Del McCoury, Doyle Lawson, Mac Wiseman & Jesse McReynolds. From Norristown, PA, and now a resident of middle Tennesee. ############### Luke McKnight, electric bass  Jesse's oldest grandson, on electric bass. Luke also plays mandolin in Jesse's crosspicking style and is a fine singer in his own right. #################### Amanda McReynolds, 3rd Part Vocals  She's as pretty as she sings, so that's really saying something! Jesse's granddaughter, & Garrett's older sister. ####################### When touring on the road, Jesse has many former Virginia Boys who visit and help him put on a great show. We'll keep you updated with information about the great players who are current and former members of Jesse's band. |
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