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Scene 20: 20th Anniversary Concert

The Seldom Scene

108 min · 28 tracks · bluegrass music

A vibrant celebration of bluegrass tradition, blending heartfelt storytelling with impeccable musicianship and joyful harmonies.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Garden & Memories — This track exemplifies the band's signature blend of nostalgia and emotional depth, showcasing their lyrical craftsmanship and vocal harmonies.
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    Pictures From Life’s Other Side — With its poignant storytelling and rich instrumentation, this song stands out as a testament to the band's ability to convey universal themes through personal narratives.
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    House of Gold — This rendition showcases the group's tight harmonies and instrumental prowess, making it a memorable highlight that resonates with audiences familiar with bluegrass traditions.
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    In the Pines — The haunting arrangement of this classic folk song demonstrates the band's skill in reinterpretation, breathing new life into a well-known narrative while maintaining its eerie essence.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • warm nostalgia with vibrant energy
  • dynamic peaks and valleys experience
  • for celebratory gatherings
  • reflective moments between lively tracks
  • engaging storytelling through music

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike lengthy musical explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1995, Scene 20: 20th Anniversary Concert marks a significant milestone for The Seldom Scene, showcasing their evolution over two decades. This live album captures both classic tracks and newer material, illustrating their role in popularizing bluegrass music across generations. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation as pioneers within the genre.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Introduction 0:43
  • 2 I Haven’t Got the Right to Love You 3:05
  • 3 Gardens & Memories 3:42
  • 4 House of Gold 4:08
  • 5 Pictures From Life’s Other Side 6:02
  • 6 Satan’s Jeweled Crown 4:27
  • 7 Will You Be Ready to Go Home 3:02
  • 8 Mean Mother Blues 3:58
  • 9 Were You There 4:09
  • 10 The Weary Pilgrim 3:17
  • 11 Leavin’ Harlan 5:07
  • 12 Take Him In 3:19
  • 13 Stompin’ at the Savoy 3:52
  • 14 Something in the Wind 4:07
  • 15 Muddy Water 3:41
  • 16 Open Up the Window, Noah 2:59

Disc 2

  • 1 Breakin’ New Ground 4:19
  • 2 Old Train 2:13
  • 3 Wait a Minute 4:59
  • 4 Blue Ridge Cabin Home 3:11
  • 5 Gypsy Moon 4:36
  • 6 Walk Through This World With Me 2:43
  • 7 In the Pines 4:39
  • 8 And on Bass 4:01
  • 9 Another Lonesome Day 2:33
  • 10 Have Mercy on My Soul 3:33
  • 11 House of the Rising Sun / Walk Don’t Run 8:32
  • 12 In the Midnight Hour 3:34

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