Allen Shadd

Allen is a three-time National Flatpicking champion, winning his most recent title in 2019. He is also a two-time Wayne Henderson guitar competition champion, as well as Merlefest champion, Rockygrass champion and many other state and regional titles that are among his awards.

Although he has excelled in his contest endeavors, he is equally at home performing workshops and concerts. He has performed or recorded with many artists, including Tom T. Hall, Claire Lynch, Jimmy Fortune, Randy Howard, John Cowan, Peter Rowan, Alan O’Bryant, Jack Lawrence, Jack Pearson, David Grier, Norman Blake, Barry Lee Harwood, T. Michael Coleman, Darin and Brooke Aldridge and many more.

Allen currently performs in a duo with flutist Kristen Holloway, covering several genres of music styles.

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