From the state of Vermont comes Breakaway, a bluegrass band whose precision and skill makes it hard to believe there are only four members. Since 1988, folks in the northeast have been able to hear and enjoy Breakaway's mix of the traditions of bluegrass with original tunes and adaptations from folk, country and pop music. An accomplished band, they won the 1994 Winterhawk Band Contest and have been turning heads ever since.
Breakaway is a true ensemble group where every player contributes to the sound of the music.
Scott Hopkins' banjo blends perfectly with the rest of the band, offering tasty backup and impressive solo breaks. Guitarist Paul Miller shares lead vocal duties with bass player Peter Riley. Gene White, Jr. provides stellar work on both fiddle and mandolin. Joining them on selected numbers are mandolinist Taylor Armerding and resophonic guitar Junior Barber, offering excellent support work. Breakaway does more than simply play the notes of the music cleanly and precisely.