The group officially retired in 2009 after more than 50 years as a band, collecting countless IBMA, Dove, and SPBGMA awards along the way. While the Lonesome Pine Fiddlers saw many a lineup change during their existence, they were always underpinned by members of the Cline family (Ireland, Ezra, Curly Ray, and Charlie.) border-color: ; Like old Saint Nick, he was a small man that was lively and quick. width: px; Campers enter the camp area through Headland Avenue park gate. Admission is $10 for adults; $8 for seniors and military; $4 for kids; free for park members and children 2 and under. Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music | PBS But first, we need you to sign in to PBS using one of the services below. Bluegrass musicians traveling in Japan were shocked to see how they were treated. The album went on to sell over 100,000 copies. This was about 25% of all the recorded Byrd's in USA. Sideline's Steve Dilling stated, "Shorty was a dear friend of mine. Del McCoury Band was known formerly as Del McCoury and the Dixie Pals. 1650 Westgate Pkwy Rick Faris - Bio The family started learning classical music together in 2010 and truly enjoyed learning to play. byrd@wowway.com,