We invited banjo expert, Lydia Sylvia Martin, to WVUD to talk about her latest album “Chasing the Ghost.” In her new album, Lydia conveys the diversity of the banjo by combining old-time folk with blues and Irish music. Her main focus was to try and combine these styles of music to portray the beauty of diversity in the Appalachian region and the cultural history of the banjo.
Lydia doesn’t consider herself a singer but rather uses her voice as a second instrument to her banjo. Her style of music derives from her desire to showcase her passions and individualism. “Chasing the Ghost” is filled with impressive banjo-playing and equally as riveting storytelling.
The Interview
Lydia Sylvia Martin hosted by Mandorichard. Recorded live on Feb. 7, 2017.
28:52
55.4 MB
About our guest
Lydia Sylvia Martin is a Maryland-based musician who specializes in banjo-playing. She studied at the Levine School of Music, Goucher College, and Montgomery College. Lydia began playing music as a child with her family, The Martin Family Band. In addition to being an accomplished musician, Lydia is also a proud parent of a young toddler. When she’s not recording, teaching, or making special appearances, Lydia can be found spending time with her family and sharing her passions with others. Her new CD, Chasing the Ghost, has been recorded over the past several years, and was released in February 2017.
The Music
| Artist | Song | Album | Year |
| Lydia Sylvia Martin | Dark Holler Blues | Chasing the Ghost | 2017 |
| Lydia Sylvia Martin | Jo Bones | Chasing the Ghost | 2017 |
| Lydia Sylvia Martin | C and O Train | Chasing the Ghost | 2017 |
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Credits
Richard Gordon: Producer, recording engineer, host, audio editor
Rachel Silva: Web page author, editor