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I first met Mark at a pickin' party in Boston, 1979. He was playing the fire out of the mandolin, but I soon found out he really considered himself a banjoist. I also discovered he was the best acoustic bassist I had ever played with. He's since played and recorded with Tony Rice, the Bluegrass Album Band, and Tim O'Brien, becoming a part of so many classic acoustic albums it's hard to keep track. This album is an attempt to showcase the different sides of this very diverse and talented musician. It's been a long time coming!' --from the liner notes by Bela Fleck The all-star lineup on Schatz's debut album includes Stuart Duncan, Jerry Douglas, David Grier, Mike Compton, Tim O'Brien and Alison Krauss. IBMA Award: Instrumental Performer of the Year -- Bass (1995)