The New Acoustic Collective - Art of Acoustics (2021)

"Like “Buckwild”, “Art of Acoustics” leaves us wanting more. Fortunately, this project – seven new compositions and two classics, performed by some of the finest young acoustic musicians – requires multiple listens to fully appreciate. Enjoy the journey. You can be sure there is a lot more to come from The New Acoustic Collective."

By Bill Wolf
Official Liner Notes
"Art of Acoustics"
Professional Engineer
Wolf Productions Inc.
Engineered, recorded and mixed the following classic New Acoustic Music recordings: “The David Grisman Quintet”; (1977), “Hot Dawg”; (1978), “Quintet ‘80”; (1980) The Tony Rice Unit “Acoustics”; (1978), Tony Rice “Manzanita”; (1979), The Tony Rice Unit “Mar West”; (1980), The Tony Rice Unit “Unit of Measure”; (2000).

Official Press:

"An adventurous, joyful project, capturing the spirit of the original David Grisman and Tony Rice recordings that were such an epiphany to so many string players. A wonderfully crafted tribute by a stellar ensemble. It’s gratifying to know that the art (and future) of New Acoustic music is in such capable hands!"

Mike Mullins
Mandolinist/Guitarist
Acoustic Disc Recording Artist

“I’m very happy to hear The New Acoustic Collective keeping the spirit of creative acoustic string band music alive. I especially like “Jazzology”, with the bass and violin sharing the melody, and then it’s bluegrassy bridge.”

John Reischman

“The New Acoustic Collective’s new album 'Art of Acoustics' showcases both their superb musicianship, and their deep understanding of the acoustic jazz genre, known as New Acoustic Music. You’ll find some old favorites, and many new tunes that are sure to become favorites as soon as you hear them! If you like the music of Grisman and Rice, you will definitely like 'Art of Acoustics'. Buy a copy today, and you’ll be glad you did’’

Nate Lee

“I’ve always dug Wyatt’s playing and his spirit and he doesn’t disappoint on this recording. Great tune and wonderful playing. Congratulations on a beautiful piece artfully executed!”

Matt Eakle

“It was a pleasure to attend college with Jason at East Tennessee State University and it has been great to see him take his music to new levels. The material on the New Acoustic Collective’s recent release ranges from original compositions (“Grapejelly” and “Back in California” stand out to me) and tasteful arrangements of classics, and it is sure to please!”

Max Etling
Professional Bassist
Seth Mulder & Midnight Run

“It's great to see younger musicians coming up playing this style. This kind of music has aspiration and progress built into it. It's a path that has a heart. Play on, guys!”

Darol Anger

“Recently I had the opportunity to listen to the latest project of the New Acoustic Collective. I was pleased at what I heard. Jason, the founder and leader of the group, has taken a turn to orchestrating the group and delving further into jazz improv with extended solo space for all the players. I’m glad to see and hear this because there are so many inventive young players on the scene today, and they need to grow this music.

I don’t believe the traditions of bluegrass will suffer as a result. There is tradition all through this project. I'm sure there was a push back when David Grisman first appeared with Dawg Music. When I was a young player and had opportunities to play with local and regional bluegrass players, I was often treated coolly because of my jazz, classical, and r&b background. I wasn’t the real deal.

The folks in the New Music Collective are the real deal, as is the movement to evolve acoustic music… The arrangements on this album are fresh, creative, imaginative, good, and I highly encourage you to give it a listen!”

Rusty Holloway
Rusty’s Bass Garage