'The
quintessential travelling minstrel, Gareth Hedges is a blessing
to music lovers everywhere. With dexterity, adaptability and
deep-felt soul, Gareth skilfully draws from his six and twelve-stringed
guitars melodies that cut to the heart of blues, jazz and
folk traditions.' (Vermont Arts, USA)
Gareth
learnt songs with his friends by listening to LP's of the
early blues and folk artists. Also he was the road manager
for many American roots musicians who were performing in Europe;
Bill Monroe and the Bluegrass Boys, old time banjo player
Clarence Ashley, Piedmont style guitarist Tex Isley, ragtime
blues guitarist Rev. Gary Davis, slide guitarist Mississippi
Fred McDowell and blues piano player Curtis Jones.
