Bill Evans, Enda Scahill receive Steve Martin Banjo Prizes 2022

Steve Martin (photo: Danny Clinch)

Stacy Chandler announces on No Depression that the awards for this year's Steve Martin Banjo Prize will go to Bill Evans and Enda Scahill, each of whom will receive $25,000. Their ample contributions to the banjo world are detailed on No Depression. The awards are made jointly by the Fresh Grass Foundation and the Compass Records Group. The official presentation will be hosted tonight (10 Nov.) on Deering Live at midnight Irish time, and can also be seen then and later on YouTube.

Update 11.00 p.m.: See also Bluegrass Today.

Update 15 Nov.: Stacy Chandler's article on this year's awards can be seen on No Depression.

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