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The Seldom Scene

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The Seldom Scene, formed in 1971, is a progressive bluegrass quintet known for blending traditional and modern sounds. With a lineup including Lou Reid and Ron Stewart, they skillfully reinterpret works by Merle Haggard and James Taylor, influencing the bluegrass genre.

Concert Info

Genre: Country

Visit The Seldom Scene concert in Philadelphia at Ellis Theater on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Tickets on sale now!

The Seldom Scene: A Legendary Career

Fifty three years into a legendary career, much has changed about The Seldom Scene, starting with the venerable progressive bluegrass quintet's various lineup iterations over time. But even as band members have stepped in and out of various roles, what's most important is what hasn't changed: an undeniable knack for blending both old and new music and traditions without sacrificing what makes either potent and durable.

Current Lineup

Their current iteration is a true blue lineup: guitarist mandolin player Lou Reid, bassist Ronnie Simpkins, banjoist and fiddler Ron Stewart, dobro player Fred Travers, and guitarist Clay Hess.