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Edgar Meyer is a renowned American bassist, composer, and arranger who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on November 24, 1960, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Meyer grew up in a musical family and started playing the double bass at the age of five. He was exposed to a wide range of musical genres, including classical, bluegrass, and jazz, which influenced his musical style. Meyer's talent as a bassist was evident from a young age, and he quickly became a sought-after musician in the Nashville music scene. He studied at the Cleveland Institute of Music and later at Indiana University, where he received a degree in music. Meyer's early works were heavily influenced by bluegrass and folk music, and he collaborated with several prominent bluegrass musicians, including Bela Fleck and Jerry Douglas. Meyer's breakthrough came in 1994 when he released his self-titled debut album, which showcased his unique blend of classical and bluegrass music. The album received critical acclaim and established Meyer as a leading figure in the world of classical music. He went on to release several more albums, including "Uncommon Ritual" and "Short Trip Home," which further cemented his reputation as a composer and performer. Meyer's compositions are characterized by their intricate melodies, complex harmonies, and virtuosic bass lines. He has written several works for solo bass, including "Concerto for Double Bass," which he premiered with the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra in 1994. Meyer has also composed works for chamber ensembles, including "Quintet for Bass and Strings" and "Trio for Violin, Cello, and Bass." In addition to his work as a composer, Meyer is also a highly sought-after session musician and has collaborated with several prominent musicians, including Yo-Yo Ma, Joshua Bell, and Chris Thile. He has also performed with several major orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Sam Bush is an American mandolinist, fiddler, and singer who is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of the newgrass movement. Born on April 13, 1952, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, Bush grew up in a musical family and started playing the fiddle at the age of 11. He was heavily influenced by bluegrass music and was inspired by the music of Bill Monroe and Flatt and Scruggs. Bush's talent as a musician was evident from a young age, and he quickly became a sought-after session musician in Nashville. He played on several prominent country and bluegrass albums, including Emmylou Harris's "Roses in the Snow" and Lyle Lovett's "Pontiac." Bush's breakthrough came in 1977 when he formed the New Grass Revival, a band that blended bluegrass with rock and roll and jazz. The New Grass Revival quickly gained a following and released several albums, including "Fly Through the Country" and "On the Boulevard." The band's unique sound and energetic live performances helped to popularize the newgrass movement and influenced a generation of musicians. After the New Grass Revival disbanded in 1990, Bush embarked on a successful solo career and released several critically acclaimed albums, including "Glamour and Grits" and "Howlin' at the Moon." He has also collaborated with several prominent musicians, including Bela Fleck, Jerry Douglas, and Alison Krauss. Bush's compositions are characterized by their intricate melodies, complex harmonies, and virtuosic playing.

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