Electronic Press Kit
Overview
The Sourland Mountain String Band is a Bluegrass band formed in the heart of Sourland Mountain Region. The group consists of Michael Abrams (Banjo), Arleigh V. Closser (Mandolin), Stefan Gromoll (Guitar, Fiddle), and Mark Young (Bass). The band plays classic and contemporary songs in the Bluegrass tradition, and their music features tight three-part vocal harmonies and fast-paced instrumental solos.
Music Samples
Video Samples
- "On and On" - 8/3/24 - Albert Music Hall, Waretown, NJ
- "Age" - 8/3/24 - Albert Music Hall, Waretown, NJ
- "How Mountain Girls Can Love" - 8/1/24 - Ottoburger, Hopewell
Contact
Bookings: bluegrass@gromoll.org
Instagram: @sourland_mountain_string_band
Website: smstringband.com
Preferred Audio Setup
Band can provide sound or use in-house setup. Preferred setup we typically provide:
| Channel | Source | Mic | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vocals, Guitar, Mandolin | Ear Trumpet Louise | Large-diaphragm condenser mic used for central "single-mic" performance. Requires 48V phantom power and a quiet stage (minimal monitor bleed). Band mixes acoustically around this mic. |
| 2 | Banjo | AKG C 1000S | Small-diaphragm directional condenser mic used for banjo. |
| 3 | Upright Bass | Amp or PA line | Upright bass pickup into either bass amp or house PA. |
PA: CQ20B 20-ch CQ Rack Digital Mixer; 4 K8.2 8" 2000W K.2 Series Speakers. Additional speakers sometimes used for louder outdoor shows. The band can also work with individual dynamic mics (3 up, 3 down).
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