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Noam Pikelny & Stuart Duncan Why We Chose Them Noam and Stuart are two of the absolute best. They cover a range of styles with an incredible combination of technical mastery and creative soul. Noam was around Nashville in the early ‘Duster years, and I always remember being just amazed and inspired by his playing at jam sessions around town. Since then, his work with the Punch Brothers has raised the banjo bar, and his solo efforts are equally impressive. Stuart Duncan is to many the greatest fiddler there is right now, it’s just that simple. He’s played with absolutely everyone but rarely can you catch him on tour, so this is a treat. These guys are so good on their own, I can only imagine what they will be able to create together.” —Chris Pandolfi, The Infamous Stringdusters Marc Broussard Why We Chose Them Marc’s song “Home” is often played on our local commercial radio station 106.1 The Corner and his agent has been working to get him on The Festy for several years. We’re psyched to finally make it work. —Michael Allenby, The Artist Farm