Known for award-winning original material and vocal harmony arrangements, this Northern-California-based ensemble of roots musicians is spreading the gospel according to Bluegrass to an ever-grooving base of fans and converts.
 Lynn Quinones – Guitar & Vocals
Establishing the Alhambra Valley Band in 1986, Lynn is an award winning songwriter and has been a champion of the Bay Area bluegrass scene for years. The distinctive melodies in her compositions, her “ That’s what I’m talkin’ about !” rhythm guitar style, and her considerable vocal talent form the Alhambra Valley Band’s signature sound.
 Jill Cruey – Fiddle & Vocals
AVB’s co-founder, Jill Cruey, is a gifted fiddler with an impressive knowledge of bluegrass and old time music styles. Her long friendship with Lynn forms the rhythmic and spiritual bedrock on which the band is built. She sings occasional harmonies, and her contributions behind the scenes to the band’s repertoire and arrangements.
 Dan Large – Mandolin & Vocals
Born and raised in the North Bay, Dan is one of the best-kept secrets of Bay Area mandolin players. He brings jaw dropping talent, high energy, a warm smile and always amusing wit to the group, as well as an ultra versatile background in bluegrass, jazz, rock, newgrass and old time styles. Dan adds his own innovative touch to the AVB’s original material.
 Bruce Campbell – Bass & Vocals
Bruce has been a part of the music scene in the Bay Area since the mid 1970’s, first with rock bands, then switching to bluegrass after seeing the light in the late 80’s. More than just a top-notch bass player, Bruce brings a sense of humor, fun and balance to the AVB that is worth its weight in cold beer. Bruce also resides in Martinez’s Alhambra Valley.
 Mitch Polzak – Banjo & Vocals
Banjo player Mitch Polzak is the great-great-grandson of August Ringling of the famous Ringling Brothers Circus -- maybe that's why he fits so seamlessly into the Alhambra Valley Band's lineup of pickers. Energy, charisma and a fearless banjo approach define Mitch's style.
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