Patuxent Music

06/20/2026

Banjo wild man Ettore Buzzini has a new single with Patuxent Music, a southern gothic murder ballad written and sung by the young Swiss-American artist.

06/01/2026

*** NEW MUSIC ***

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“Out in the Marshy Waters,” an original by Ettore Buzzini is now available on all platforms

● An Appalachian murder ballad in a Southern Gothic setting
● Featuring Ettore on vocal banjo and guitar
● Powerhouse cast of backing musicians: Mark Schatz, Christopher Henry & Patrick McAvinue
● Newest single from album Blue, Blue, Blue - which will be released August 7th

Charlotte, NC — Fascinating bluegrass wunderkind Ettore Buzzini serves up a short-form, Southern Gothic murder ballad with his new single “Out in the Marshy Waters.” The fast-paced tale blends banjo-driven bluegrass with psychological drama, set among cypress swamps and shadowy marsh. The song is the frantic confession of a tortured soul consumed by a guilty conscience.
Ettore’s distinctive style and songwriting ability propel the song with energy, using bluegrass drive to hasten the feel of the low country thriller. Blending the swamp-haunted atmosphere that recalls Charlie Daniels’s “The Legend of Wooley Swamp” with the psychological unraveling of Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Tell-Tale Heart,” “Out in the Marshy Waters” spins the tale of a soul chased by the guilt of his crime. Drawing from the Appalachian tradition of murder ballads, the song rapidly unfolds towards a tragic end.
Buzzini says: “I’ve always been drawn to storytelling in songs - artists like Charlie Daniels & Del McCoury, strong stories with imagery and a good plot line. I’ve always loved the mood created by those great storytellers, like in the ‘Wooly Swamp’, and ballads like ‘White House Blues.’”

With ‘Out in the Marshy Waters,’ Ettore further cements the growing belief among musicians and industry veterans that he is a generational talent. While his prodigious banjo ability and charismatic stage presence first drew attention within the bluegrass world, the song reveals something far deeper at work. Combining elite musicianship with cinematic storytelling and sophisticated songwriting craft, Ettore is emerging as far more than a young virtuoso — he is becoming one of the most distinctive artistic voices of his generation, leaving listeners eager to see where his evolution leads next.

Listen to “Out in the Marshy Waters” wherever you stream music and catch a live show near you.
Upcoming Tour Dates

6/17 - WDVX Summer Series Yee Haw Brewing
6/19 - Greenville, NC - Poe Mill Music Hall
6/20 - Charlotte, NC- Charlotte Folk Society - Front Porch Concert Series
Stay up to date on all shows, new releases and more by visiting EttoreBuzzini.com

About Ettore Buzzini

Ettore Buzzini (pronounced like “Letter-A”) is being hailed as a “generational talent” “total package” and “bluegrass heartthrob” in bluegrass music. The young Swiss-American artist’s performances are rooted in tradition, but with a unique, innovative banjo style, distinctive vocals and a unique gift of songwriting. Ettore’s unique music weaves together the iconic acoustic sounds of bluegrass, the youthful energy of rock guitar virtuosos, and the emotional impact of classical romantic music.

Ettore has been garnering attention for his unique bluegrass intensity–winning the prestigious FreshGrass award, and being featured by Bela Fleck and Pete Wernick (Hot Rize). His new album BLUE BLUE BLUE is coming this summer, featuring Bluegrass legends Danny Paisley, Michael Cleveland, and Christopher Henry.
He has been featured at Merlefest, FloydFest, Durango Meltdown, WDVX Big Plate, Bela Fleck Banjo Concert, IBMA Wide Open Bluegrass Raleigh, and countless others. PBS Woodsongs called him “One of the best young bands in America!”
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www.ettorebuzzini.com

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05/18/2026

https://youtu.be/7dPA4hQPH3o

Presented by Patuxent Music

Don Junker is a musician’s musician and a teacher’s teacher. Never craving the limelight, his goal has always to been to make the music as good as possible. In his many roles – bandleader, ensemble member (with Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight and the Pips, and others), studio musician, or music teacher. He has an extraordinary skill for developing and highlighting excellence in his fellow musicians. In this program, Don discusses his career, beginning with his high school days, and shares some of his philosophy and methods for making good music better.

Joining in the discussion are jazz musicians Marvin Reitz, Kathy Reitz, and Brennen Ernst.

Presented by Patuxent MusicDon Junker is a musician’s musician and a teacher’s teacher. Never craving the limelight, his goal has always to been to make the ...

04/01/2026

Flowers from “banjo heartthrob” Ettore Buzzini
https://bluegrasstoday.com/flowers-from-banjo-heartthrob-ettore-buzzini/

03/17/2026

Preorder now at www.pxrec.com

Release date 4/3/26

Alan Munde says: “In my many years of playing the banjo I would hear a few bluegrass old-timers draw attention to a talented young player with the comment, “He/she will really make a player when they get older.” As I listened, I thought, “he is already very good and will only get better.” Young Izaak Atlas Schwartz proves beyond any doubt, that he is already a mature player with a wealth of exceptionally wonderful banjo music to offer.

Born in Virginia in 2011, Izaak began the piano at the age of five and displayed an ability to memorize entire Classical works by ear. He soon added Appalachian traditional instruments and music to his interests after the family moved to the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. There he developed a deeper connection to the music of his ancestral roots of the Southeastern United States. The new family home was well placed near the historic Wind Gap Bluegrass Festival and the Appalachian Fiddle and Bluegrass Association. Here he had many opportunities and the local support to develop his considerable skills on the banjo. He grew to love and play in both the three-finger style of modern bluegrass, as well as the old-time clawhammer style of traditional mountain music. Additionally, Izaak had the very good fortune to study with Berklee School of Music graduate and master banjo player and teacher, Trevin Nelson.

Izaak’s exceptional talent is on full display in this album. Presented here are a variety of banjo styles that showcase a high level of skill, precision, and the insights of the highly detailed world of the five-string banjo. Many of his original tunes reflect his connection to his environment, as with the ominous sounding “Black Oak Ridge,” which was inspired by a true murder story that happened near Oak Ridge, Tennessee and has become part of the folklore of the area.

“Ol’ Blue” is a piece he wrote to celebrate his grandfather, David Schwartz, and his 1963 blue Kenworth truck named, “Ol Blue.” Izaak says, he “intended the song to evoke the experience of carefree pleasure Gramps got while driving it down the bumpy dirt roads he worked.” “Icy Holler” is yet another tune inspired by an actual “nail-biting” event. The family was driving to a musical show and took a side trip to explore local sights and wound up on an icy patch of road in precarious circumstances. Schwartz is very good at telling stories with his music. “Wind Gap Reel,” “Dingman’s Drop,” and “Tailholt Reel,” are good examples. Izaak is joined by a sturdy group of musical storytellers that create beautiful settings for his stories without words.

At the tender age of 14 (at the time of the recording) Izaak Atlas Schwartz has shown us all that maturity isn’t always judged in terms of advanced years: it can also be found in the young. Despite his youth, Izaak reveals an old soul.”

02/06/2026

*** NEW ALBUM ****

Doug Rorrer

Songs I Learned at My Mother's Knee (and Other Low Joints)
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Doug Rorrer from Eden, North Carolina, grew up listening to and
learning from his father‘s old 78 rpm records. Doug‘s early influences included the recordings of his family members, great-uncles Charlie Poole and Posey Rorer who recorded in the 20s and 30s. His guitar influences included Riley Puckett, Roy Harvey, and Gene Meade. One of his most influential musicians was Doc Watson. Doug was fortunate enough to be able to visit Doc and pick with him. On this recording, Doug emulates his guitar heroes in his rhythm and flat picking. He’s joined by several stellar musicians on this recording, including several tunes with his son Taylor Rorrer, who is a well established musician in his own right. Taylor plays fiddle and banjo on several of the tunes.
Over the years, Doug has performed and taught workshops at numerous music festivals, including Celtic Connections (Glasgow, Scotland), Festival of American Fiddle Tunes (Port Townsend, Washington), Chicago Folk Festival, Augusta Heritage Festival (Elkins, West Virginia), and Smithsonian Folk Life Festival (Washington, DC).

01/09/2026

*** NEW SINGLE from Patuxent Music ***
Available on all platforms www.pxrec.com

Shannon Bielski and Moonlight Drive delivers hard-driving instrumentals paired with heartfelt, thoughtfully crafted original songs. Their music blends traditional bluegrass foundations with progressive elements, showcasing tight ensemble playing, expressive solos, and rich vocal arrangements. The band’s songwriting draws from personal experience and classic bluegrass storytelling, creating material that feels both timeless and fresh.

Formed in 2018, Moonlight Drive features Shannon Bielski on vocals, Jack Dunlap on guitar, Rob Benzing on banjo, and Cody Brown on bass. Known for their dynamic live performances, the band brings high energy, musical precision, and genuine connection to the stage, captivating audiences at festivals, concert halls, and intimate venues alike.

Moonlight Drive has opened for renowned artists including The Seldom Scene, The Traveling McCourys, The Lonesome River Band, Danny Paisley and Southern Grass, and Ronnie Bowman. Praised by Bluegrass Unlimited as “something special,” Shannon Bielski and Moonlight Drive continues to build momentum as a compelling voice in modern bluegrass

12/20/2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AW090CJrUwE
Joseph (a song for Christmas) From Michael Kelly's upcoming Patuxent Music album.

from his upcoming Patuxent album

04/19/2025

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Young Swiss-American Bluegrass prodigy Ettore Buzzini has a Generation Alpha take on Bluegrass, rooted in tradition, but with an innovative, colorful playing...