Dynamic Celtic violinist Jamie Laval and champion mandolinist Ashley Broder form a stunning instrumental duo rendering traditional Irish, Scottish, and bluegrass music with hints of classical refinement and ethnic music from around the world. The duo mixes passion, tenderness, and a infectious playfulness in their fresh, colorful approach to roots-based progressive string music.

Winner of the 2002 U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship, Jamie is one of the premier Celtic performers on the international music scene today. He has performed for the Queen of England, on numerous movie sound tracks, and on Dave Matthews' CD, "Some Devil," as well releasing the acclaimed CD, Shades of Green, which is aired regularly on NPR.

After winning the Western Open Picking Championship in 2003 and 2004, Ashley went on to collaborate with world-renowned mandolinist Mike Marshall on his method books and played in a number of L.A. bands while studying classical violin and cello in college. Dubbed "a mandolin phenomenon" by the San Diego Tribune, Ashley is a true rising star in the world of traditional and alternative music.