Artist Bios

Woodbend

When it comes to blending the best of the old and new styles of Bluegrass,Woodbend offers a refreshing and energetic delivery of the music.

This Edmonton based band brings a wealth of experience and talent to the stage. The members of the band, all of whom have been performing for many years, bring a refined and refreshing repertoire to their audience. Whether it is a smoking traditional fiddle tune, straight-up bluegrass, a ballad or just plain fun, Woodbend brings the vitality of bluegrass music to every toe-tapping performance.

Woodbend consists of Les Eberhardt on guitar, Ron Mercer on banjo and dobro, Jessi Jo Charles on mandolin, Jean Coates on bass and Terry Lawson on Fiddle. Together they provide five distinct lead vocal styles as well as beautiful three, four and sometimes five part harmonies. The infusion of energy and enthusiasm that is felt during their concerts has audiences craving more as the last note fades.