The Mike and Bertye Mountain Music Duo
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The Mike and Bertye Mountain Music Duo
THE DUO
During a concert you will hear songs from artists like Monroe, Dylan, Hagaard, Cash, Kristofferson, and original compositions.
Here's a video of Mike's original arrangement called the Wild Bill Jones Medley
Outstanding musicians on guitar, bass, and harmony vocals the Mike and Bertye Music DUO bring a fun, humorous, and entertaining concert to any musical venue.
The Mike and Bertye Mountain Music Duo, aka. THE DUO, play an exciting and HOT blend of original and contemporary bluegrass, folk, and classic country!
The DUO is a dynamic flatpicking guitar and bass duo that brings a fresh, high energy twist to the rich tradition of bluegrass music.
Their concerts are both a tribute to the masters of flatpicking guitar, including original arrangements (and sometimes note for note breaks from the original recordings) of Clarance White, Tony Rice, Doc Watson, Norman Blake, and the guitarists that helped to define the genre, and original songs and arrangements in the bluegrass flatpicking style.
Mike's arrangements and original songs include old time tunes style songs like is song New Ebeneezer Scrooge (inspired by Bill Monroe), the great Delmore Brothers song, Blue Railroad Train which was a staple of the Tony Rice Unit sets, of course the bluegrass standard 9lb HAMMER with influences from Clarence White, Tony Rice and of course Doc Watson.
Some of these have been recorded on our CD’s and can be heard on the web site http://madduxband.com
Rooted in the spirit of musical innovation and respect for the past, Mike and Bertye bring a high energy show to the bluegrass scene, offering a captivating blend of virtuosity, storytelling, and soul.
MIKE
On acoustic guitar in the flatpicking style, Mike was co-founder of award winning Colorado based bands Heartland and The Bertye Maddux Band
Mike contributes lead and harmony vocals, humor, and lead and rhythm guitar.
A 1995 Winfield, Kansas, National Flatpicking Championship trophy winner, his legacy extends beyond the stage, marked by contributions as a columnist and recording artist for Flatpicking Guitar Magazine, where he shared insight with a global community of guitar enthusiasts with his featured column Mastering the Fingerboard.
His flatpicking guitar workshops have been featured at festivals around the United States. With each issue of the magazine, Mike recorded a CD with the lessons and songs that he created, leading to an impressive discography of over 80 CDs including numerous original instrumentals.
BERTYE
Her story includes co-founder of The Bertye Maddux Band with concerts across the US and an outstanding CD Little Country Schoolhouse.
Bertye is a talented singer, songwriter, (she wrote nearly all of the songs on both the Ol' Banjo CD and the Little Country Schoolhouse CD), and is an outstanding bassist.
She is known for composing songs like Blue Dixie Dreamer, featured by the Chapmans on their Notes From Home CD, and Colorado Clay, from the Bertye Maddux Band Little Country Schoolhouse recording featured on Nashville Public Radio.
Her insight into songwriting has been featured at workshops and festivals around the country.
UPCOMING LIVE CONCERT EVENTS
Here is the concert schedule - including the MMJQ, MMBB, and the DUO!
Remember to put these concerts on your calendar!
- MAY 2025
- JUNE 2025
THURSDAY, 26.JUNE.2025 8:00 - 11:00 PM
MMJQ
THE JAZZ QUARTET
ARMADILLO RANCH
Manitou Springs, Co
FRIDAY, 27.JUNE.2025 3:00 - 5:00 PM
THE DUO
HAPPY HOUR
toasted bistro
Manitou Springs, Co
- JULY 2025
THURSDAY THROUGH SUNDAY JULY 10-13 205
THE DUO
LOST HILL LAKE
ST. CLAIR, MISSOURI
FRIDAY, 25.July.2025 4:00 -- 7:00 PM
THE DUO
8 S. NEVADA AVENUE
Colorado Springs, CO
BEERS -- WINES -- FUN!
- August 2025
THURSDAY, 7.August.2025 8:00 - 11:00 PM
MMJQ
THE JAZZ QUARTET
ARMADILLO RANCH
Manitou Springs, Co
SATURDAY 30 AUGUST 2025 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The DUO - Summer Concerts on the Patio
Manitou Springs, Colorado
- OCTOBER 2025
WEDNESDAY, 8.OCTOBER.2025 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Mike and Bertye Mountain Music - THE DUO in CONCERT!
UTE PASS CULTURAL CENTER
210 E Midland Ave, Woodland Park, Co 80863
GREAT FOOD! FUN!
RECORDINGS
SONG |
COMPOSER |
PLAYER |
|---|---|---|
COAL TATTOO |
Wheeler |
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NEW EBENEEZER SCROOGE |
Maddux |
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STUTTERIN' PREACHER |
Maddux |
|
MAKE ME A PALLET |
Traditional |
|
TAKE 4 |
Maddux |
|
AUTUMN LEAVES |
Mercer |
|
Age |
Croce |
|
My Favorite Things |
Rodgers and Hammerstein |
CONTACT
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Mike and the HEADLINERS
Featured at festivals and concerts the Headliners play regularly as a trio.
Original and traditional music from roots in classic rock, bluegrass, jazz, and great instrumentals. Check the concert schedule for recent updates to their performances!
Bertye Maddux on bass and vocals.
Music in the blood Bertye is a third generation old time and country musician. On bass she provides the solid foundation for the band.
Mike Maddux on Guitar and vocals
Recording artist, author, instructor, songwriter, guitarists and vocalist, Mike is a National Flatpicking Championship trophy winner, taking third place honors in 1995. His column Mastering the Fingerboard was featured along with the recording in nearly every issue of Flatpicking Guitar Magazine.
Jim Christian on Fiddle and Vocals
Winning the National Old-Time Fiddle contest twice Jimmy brings a fantastic fiddle sound to the band.
Headliners Videos
Headliners - Sunday Morning Comin Down
Live at Meadow Grass
MMJQ
Mike Maddux Jazz Quartet - MMJQ
The MMJQ is a traditional jazz quartet. Guitar, saxophone, bass, and drums, make up an exciting ensemble performing songs from greats like Charlie Parker (aka Bird), John Coletrane, Sonny Rollins, Miles Davis and more.
Mike Maddux Guitar /Vocals
On the jazz guitar Mike enjoys keeping the mainstream sounds alive.
Sam Milazzo saxophones
Leader and lead alto for the Wednesday night Big Band in the Springs, Sam brings his unique interpretation to the show and always with plenty of humorous insight.
Mike Vunovich on bass
Mike Vunovich is a native of Colorado. He began playing jazz with the MMJQ off and on as early as 2012. After finishing a degree in music he plays regularly with the Pueblo symphony as well as other acts in the area.
Scott Barbier percussion
Long time artist and session player, Scott Barbier is always a welcome addition to the show.
MMJQ - Mike Maddux Jazz Quartet Videos
MMJQ - St. Thomas
