Don Reno

Don Reno secured his place in history as the world-renowned bluegrass banjo virtuoso of Reno and Smiley fame. Bluegrass experts and fans alike agree that Don's lightning-fast banjo riffs heavily influenced bluegrass music as we know it today. Don Reno's dexterity, timing, and wonderful musical talents set a standard for banjo pickin' that will last forever. Although known more for his banjo work, Reno was equally as talented on the guitar, hence the nickname "King of the Flat-Picking Guitarists.

Influenced by: Earl Scruggs, Bill Monroe, Lester Flatt

Active:

1940s-1980s

Scene:

Appalachian bluegrass

Side projects

• Reno and Smiley

• Daniel DonatoSat, Oct 24
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• Steep Canyon RangersSat, Sep 19
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• Rayland BaxterSat, Aug 8
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• John R. MillerWed, Jul 15
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• Turnpike TroubadoursSat, Oct 3
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• Gov't MuleWed, Jul 29
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• Wayne HancockThu, Jul 16
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• Dan TyminskiFri, Aug 21
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