Ricky Ellis, Amy Ellis, B.G. Express, Tony Rice, Dan Tyminski, Sam Bush, Barry Bales, Lonesome River Band, Blue Hughway, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Ronnie Stewart, J.D. Crowe......to many to list!
Originally from southwestern Virginia, U.S.A. but now relocated to Duncan B.C. Canada, on beautiful Vancouver Island. Jeff was born into a musical family. His father Ricky is a 5 time World Champion mandolin player. Starting at the age of 13 Jeff began learning the acoustic bass, followed by mandolin, guitar and banjo. He has performed as part of his fathers band Common Ground for the past 10 years, winning band and individual competitions throughout the United States. His numerous recognitions include the titles of Virginia State Champion acoustic guitar player, Virginia State Champion acoustic bass player and over 50 first place awards. Over the years Jeff has played with several notable bands including; B.G. Express, SPBGMA Award band champion Appalachian Express, The Bluegrass Cardinals & and has filled in with several national acts on various instruments. At the age of 23 Jeff auditioned for, and won the job of acoustic bass player with David Parmley & Continental Divide where he traveled extensively with this ground breaking, award winning group. A sought after session player, he has recorded with bands and solo artists for a variety of major record labels as well on banjo, guitar, mandolin & acoustic bass. His guitar playing can be heard sharing the spotlight with IBMA award winner Kenny Smith on Pincastle Recording artist Nothin' Fancys' release '' Reflections ''. 2007 found Jeff touring as bass player for CMA and Grammy award winner Marty Raybon ( of country super group Shenendoah fame ) and his exciting band Full Circle. Jeff has spent the past 4 years while not performing, teaching private lessons on bass, guitar, banjo and mandolin to students of all ages and skill levels.
Hi Jeff- I have been called away for the weekend- but will try to come on the Sunday to see you perform! Can't wait to meet you and see you play!!!! Dinah D
Hi Jeff- I hear we may be campin' and pickin' and campin' and pickin' and campin' and pickin' together! Fun- see you in Coombs or before that for a wee run through- Dinah D
Good to hear from you! Everything is going good here. We just stay so busy! I think I'm working 24/7 all the time (not making much money though). I hope you are doing well! Are you planning a trip to Va. anytime? I miss you!! Love Ya!
I heard that you were on a trip to Mexico! I hope you had a wonderful time! We did have a good Christmas it was just very busy!! I hope you have a Happy New Year!!Love Ya!!
Hey Jeff, I hope you are doing good. I hope its not as cold where you are as it is here...burr! I'm just not ready for these cold temps. yet! Tell all your family I said hey! Love ya!
Just hangin out at work. Getting ready to take monday and tuesday off. we're going up to chemainus lake to do some trout fishing and mushrrom picking tomorrow. Interested in coming? my number is 250 710 7344! later buddy!
Hey Jeff! Haha yeah I finally got around to making a Myspace page (I'm a little behind the times lol). Everything is going good here. I haven't heard from you in a while and was just wondering how you were doing. We are getting ready for Halloween here as well. I hope bug comes trick or treating down here but she might think she is to old now lol. Hope you have a fun one!! Love Ya!
Howdy Jeff! I wanted to drop you a note to thank you for taking the time to accept us as your friend, and listening to our music. We appreciate the gesture and are grateful that you enjoyed our tunes enough to add us to your community of friends. After all, having people connect with our music is why we do this. I hope you'll come by often to say hello and let us know what's happening with you, and when you have a spare moment, please visit our brand new webpage at www. crosstimbersbluegrass. com there you can listen to more of our music and find out more about us. Feel free to sign the guestbook! (And if you have any ideas about how we could improve the webpage, be sure to let us know)
All my best and thank you again, Matt (the bass player) Cross Timbers
