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Blue Detour

hard drivin', entertaining Bluegrass Band from Long Island

for booking info - call us at 631-584-2103 or 631-289-0330

or email visitor@bluedetourmusic.com

Blue Detour - first started playing together as a band in 1996. The band features both traditional and more modern Bluegrass Music done with a local Northeastern flavor. We are four native Long Islanders who really enjoy playing music together. Our music features tight lead and harmony singing blended together with skillful musicianship on our instruments. Whether it is entertaining at a private party, concert, or social event, Blue Detour will do our best to provide our listeners with an enjoyable and professionally delivered experience.


We want you to have as much fun listening to our music as we are having making it!


the Music...

you can click on one of the following song titles to hear a sample of our music...

the Musicians...


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John Chainey – John studied harmony singing and music theory at South Plains College, TX under the tutelage of Alan Munde and Joe Carr. He has been playing mandolin for 15+ years, and is a well-versed vocalist who can sing the lead as well as harmony parts for most songs. John also does an excellent job as MC for the band. He makes his home in East Meadow, NY

george - guitar photo

George Cannova - George originally studied Jazz guitar for several years with Billy Bauer, but gravitated to Bluegrass after hearing Tony Rice and now has 20 years playing experience. He also counts bluegrass legend Bill Monroe and guitarist Clarence White as major influences. George also sings lead and harmony parts for the band and also plays mandolin as a second instrument.

dennis - banjo photo

Dennis Corbett - Dennis has played hard driving banjo for over 25 years and has been influenced by banjo greats Earl Scruggs, JD Crowe, and Tony Triscka. In addition to playing, Dennis has started to build professional caliber banjos, which he uses on stage. He also runs the Bluegrass Club of Long Island - hosting monthly jam sessions for local musicians. Dennis is based in Medford, NY

julie - bass photo

Julie Cannova - Julie is the new kid in the band, and has been playing bass now for 5 years. A former dance and aerobics instructor, Julie brings a strong rhythmic sense to the band and makes sure the rest of us keep the beat! Julie and George make their home in St. James NY

Feedback...

Blue Detour was an absolute pleasure to work with. Throughout the planning process the communication was great, always replying to emails within a short amount of time. They learned a song just for us, and were a huge hit at the party. Their music added such a lively and pleasant vibe. All of our guests loved them, and I would hire them again with no hesitation. The set lists were perfect for both background dining music as well as dancing. A great band, super professional, talented, and such a fun and friendly presence at the party. -- CL, New Rochelle, NY, 8/1/2009


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upcomming events (as of February 2010)