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Still Pickin'
- Bolton, CT
- Bluegrass Band
- Travels up to 90 miles
- $450 to $800; always negotiable to fit your needs
Overview
This CT-based bluegrass trio specializes in Traditional Bluegrass and Country music. They are comprised of talented Connecticut bluegrass/country music veterans Dennis Sheridan on guitar, mandolin and vocals, Lou Alexander on banjo, guitar, dobro and vocals and Patricia McDonald on bass and vocals.
In addition to the fine music they play they engage the audience with humorous stories and songs.
Still Pickin' has entertained in many venues throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New York. House parties, pig roasts, fairs, festivals....we do it all!
Please consider Still Pickin' for your upcoming event!
17 Reviews

Amazing Band, will be having them back in June!
Bluegrass Band

I would hire this band for every single event if I could. They were a HUGE hit for the 500+ attendees at our community harvest party, with nothing but rave reviews from party-goers. Cannot wait to have them back!

Still Pickin’ was amazing. Great music for our outdoor, 95 degree party; super friendly people. Many guests asked about them for future events - I would definitely recommend this group.

Friendly and talented band members made our event most enjoyable.
Country Band, Bluegrass Band

We hired Still Pickin’ for a summer celebration at our university. They were so easy to work with and sounded phenomenal! They really drew people in and set the tone for the whole event. I highly recommend them for any type of event and am personally looking forward to having them back to campus again!
Bluegrass Band
Response from Still Pickin':
Thank you so much for your kind words. We look forward to entertaining at Yale next year.
Sincerely,
Jim, Dennis, and Patricia
"Still Pickin'"

Residents loved this band! Great music for a sunny afternoon!
Country Band

The best trio, made the party perfect. Will invite them back most certainly! Thank you still pickin!!!!

We couldn’t be happier with our decision to book Still Pickin’ for our recent celebration. They were professional, entertaining, accommodating, and everyone loved their collection of original and cover songs.
Bluegrass Band

I hired Still Pickin’ for my parents surprise 50th wedding anniversary. I could not have been more pleased. The band was amazing. Our guests and my parents had a wonderful time made possible by this band. They were easy to work with, communicated throughout the weeks in advance, showed up on time, played the songs we requested and were as professional as can be. We can’t wait to have them again!

Jim and team were amenable to our very specific party plan/agenda from the start. They knew that we would be giving the start/stop signal more than they were used to. They knew we had very specific needs/wants. At first Jim, was open to playing MC for our party.......making announcements and getting the groups attention for certain key moments of the night. However, as my vision of the party morphed, we had another person play MC and give direction to the band directly. So they really changed to taking more of a back seat but yet, were a very important part of the party. They fit right in to our country/Texas/Rodeo theme and the guests loved them.
We originally agreed to a 3 hour event but as the scope of the party changed and we needed them for more time, they were happy to work with us on this.
Would love to have them again.........
Country Band

this group arrives on time, plays like the dickins and keeps everybody dancing and listening. they were amazing.
Bluegrass Band
Response from Still Pickin':
Thank you so much Leigh we had a great time! Anytime you want us we'll be there.

We had a small backyard birthday party for my wife and we had a blast with Still Pickin'! Everything was easy - they set up quickly, incorporated songs we requested beforehand, and broke down without a hitch. This is the first time that I've used GigSalad and I couldn't be happier.
Not only is the band musically talented - and believe me, they are talented! - but they were engaging and funny! All of our guests were blown away but the band. They couldn't believe that we had such a professional group of performers in our backyard. Most of our friends bought a CD before leaving. It was amazing.
I'm already trying to think of how we can get them back for an encore performance!

My wife and I have been hosting a series of socially-safe driveway concerts for friends, neighbors and family. Still Pickin' performed our final one of the season and they were a big hit. Jim, Dennis and Pat offered an range of music from accessible bluegrass to classic country, with a few fun surprises added to the mix. Their musicianship, vocals and banter were enjoyed by the audience which included people in their twenties into their seventies. All the feedback has been very positive. It was fun!

I hired the trio to play for our annual Block Party since we couldn’t do the usual potluck buffet because of covid. They were so obliging, agreeing, if necessary, to a rain date and arriving punctually with all their gear. Their performance was delightful and my friends and neighbors were thrilled - they want music at all future Block Parties. I recommend Stll Pickin’ 150% - they deserve six stars.

Still Pickin' is an exceptionally gifted and versatile trio of musicians. Everyone at the party told my husband and me how much they enjoyed listening to them and how special they made the event. We're so happy we chose them for our pig roast/housewarming!
Bluegrass Band
Response from Still Pickin':
Thankyou so much Anna, and also your wonderful guests, we had a great time. Hope we see you and Steph again.
Jim, Dennis, and Pat

Still Pick'in were Awesome! I hired them for a Pig Roast and they were a perfect addition. All my guests said it was their favorite party because of the awesome music.
The music was great and they were a pleasure!! I can't wait to book these guys again!
Thanks for an amazing night of bluegrass fun!!!
Bluegrass Band
Response from Still Pickin':
Thanks, Libby, we had a great time with you folks at a great setting.
Our group feeds off the audience and you folks made us feel right at home. Thanks again.
Jim, Dennis, and Patricia
“The Still Pickin’ Band”

This band was prompt, professional, and highly entertaining. They sounded great and had great stories to go with their music. Would highly recommend!
Country Band, Bluegrass Band
Response from Still Pickin':
Thanks for the kind words Sarah, you folks were a great audience. Hope to see you again.
Jim, Dennis, and Pat
Booking Info
Price Range: $450 to $800; always negotiable to fit your needs
Gig Length: 60 - 120 minutes
Languages: English
What to Expect
We are a traditional bluegrass band with some classic country thrown in. We are definitely a listening band not a dance band. We do not use drums. All of our songs are nicely arranged and well rehearsed with pleasant vocal harmonies.
About
Still Pickin' offers up a wide array of acoustic music to satisfy listeners of all ages. Among its repertoire you will hear traditional and contemporary bluegrass, some award-winning originals as well as some classic country and even a touch of folk music. The music is nicely arranged and well rehearsed. Pretty harmonies and fancy pickin' make for pleasant listening! Hear songs on Spotify or other streaming services. Just enter Still Pickin' Band.
Additional Booking Notes
We provide our own sound equipment. If your event is outdoors, we have extension cords to accommodate the distance from your source to our PA.
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
July 20, 2024 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Baby Shower |
May 29, 2024 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
October 29, 2022 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
October 08, 2022 • 1:00pm - 5:00pm | Festival |
August 06, 2022 • 5:00pm - 7:30pm | Cocktail Party |
July 23, 2022 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Birthday Party |
July 07, 2022 • 11:30am - 1:00pm | Personal Occasion |
July 02, 2022 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Personal Occasion |
June 15, 2022 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Corporate Event |
April 23, 2022 • 1:00pm - 1:45pm | Festival |
October 23, 2021 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | House Party |
September 15, 2021 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Dinner Party |
August 07, 2021 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Cocktail Party |
July 31, 2021 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
July 30, 2021 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Anniversary Party |
July 10, 2021 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Anniversary Party |
June 19, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Birthday Party |
June 05, 2021 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
May 15, 2021 • 3:30pm - 5:30pm | Birthday Party |
April 17, 2021 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
November 06, 2020 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
October 25, 2020 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | House Party |
September 12, 2020 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Personal Occasion |
July 31, 2020 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Birthday Party |
October 18, 2019 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Fair |
August 04, 2019 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | House Party |
August 03, 2019 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Fundraiser |
July 27, 2019 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Dinner Party |
June 22, 2019 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | House Party |
May 27, 2019 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
Set List
A Repertoire Sampling
Salty Dog Blues
Rocky Top
Take Me Home Country Road
Smokey Mountain Smoke
Walking After Midnight
Pig In A Pen
Dream of Me
Good Hearted Woman
I've Forgotten You
Dark Hollow
Catfish John
Wrong Road Again
Fox on the Run
Team
Dennis Sheridan | Guitar, mandolin, vocals |
Patricia McDonald | Basss, vocals |
Influences & Inspiration
Some of our influences include Flatt & Scruggs, Jim and Jesse, Ricky Skaggs, Rhonda Vincent, Carter Family, Emmy Lou Harris, George Jones, Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, etc.
Setup Requirements
Contractor may provide a pop-up canopy to cover band when and if appropriate.