Wyatt E. – Bluegrass Mandolin Prodigy

“Wyatt has the fluidity, feel, timing, and “ancient tones” that make seasoned pros scratch their head in wonder.”
BLUEGRASS TODAY

Inspired by a bluegrass great, Bobby Osborne’s “Rocky Top,”  Wyatt was just 10 years old he convinced his dad to by him a used mandolin. Taking lessons in his hometown, he quickly developed picking skills and was excited to join in bluegrass jams.

Covid would put an end to his dream until he was chosen by Sierra Hull, for a Tennessee Folklife apprenticeship. Through their one-on-one tutorials, he worked on the details, timing, and tone.

Today, Wyatt is recognized as a prodigy and has made appearances at the Ellis Theater in Philadelphia, PA, and the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN, and the Merlefest event Mandolin Mania.

His upcoming shows include:

• Bluegrass at the Station, Auburn, AL
• Merlefest, Wilkesboro, NC
• Nepa Bluegrass Festival, Tunkhannock, PA
• Farm Jamb, Pleasureville, KY
• Beech Mountain Summer Concert Series, Beech Mountain, NC
• Larryfest, La Farge, WI
  Visit his Website: wyattellis.com to purchase tickets.

Subscribe to Wyatt’s YouTube channel, youtube.com/wyattellis to learn more about this extraordinary musician.

Attending Whitmore School allows Wyatt the flexibility to travel and perform, all while keeping a straight A average! Way to go, Wyatt!

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