Tallahassee

Jessica Bellaire - banjo Julius Bjornson - fiddle Blue Darlin’ brings a taste of traditional Appalachia to life with deep-cut instrumental duets and two-part vocal harmonies. Jessica and Julius began playing together when their paths crossed in rural West Virginia. Now they bring their shared passion for traditional music alive on stage, showcasing everything from generations-old Gospel tunes to contemporary “old-time” fiddle tune compositions. Jessica Bellaire is a singer, dancer, and the 2024 Florida Old Time Banjo champion. She is a lifetime musician who found her passion for old-time and Gospel in college. Julius Bjornson has held a fiddle since he was six and began playing guitar and singing as a teenager. He grew up busking and has performed with groups across the US, Europe, and Asia. Cover $10