Tony Trischka (born 1949 in Syracuse, New York) is an American banjoist. He was born in Syracuse, New York and was inspired to play banjo in the 1960s, listening to the Kingston Trio. In the mid-60s he joined the Down City Ramblers, then joined Country Cooking and Country Granola. In 1973 he joined Breakfast Special. Tony was musical leader for the Broadway production of "The Robber Bridegroom". Wikipedia
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