BAND HISTORY

The Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band (current members) was formed in the year 2000. The band started as a local band, jamming and playing at local establishments. The band has progressed throughout the years. In 2001, Stoney Creek was the opening act for Loretta Lynn at the Warren County, VA Fair. In 2003, Stoney Creek performed at the 2^nd Annual Ronnie Reno Bluegrass Festival in Berkeley Springs, WV. The Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band performed with many renowned artists at Lucketts "Old School House" in Lucketts, VA.; some of the groups include: Wildwood Valley Boys, Bluegrass Brothers, and Leon Morris and the Associates. Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band has also performed at Boordy’s Vineyard at Hyde’s, MD; Marion Festival in Marion, PA; Beck & Benedicts Music Theatre in Waynesboro, PA; Red Run Park, Rouzersville, PA; and many local churches and American Cancer Society Fund Raisers. In addition to the above, the band is kept very busy throughout the year by performing at private parties, ranging from Bloodhound conventions to Wedding Receptions for our vast array of followers. Stoney Creek plans on continuing performing traditional and gospel bluegrass music for as long as God is willing to bless us.

Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band currently has 3 CD’s. The first CD was released in 2000 and is self titled Stoney Creek. The second CD which was released in 2004 is titled Kickin’ Grass and our third CD, which is all Gospel, was released in 2007 and is titled The Man in the Middle.

Libby Files – Manager, Upright Bass, Vocals, and Sound

Darrell Sanders – Banjo, Dobro, and Vocals

Ron Hazlett – Guitar and Vocals

Stan Connelly- Mandolin and Vocals

Wayne Masters – Fiddle

Libby Files is from Hedgesville, WV. She learned to play the guitar at the age of 12 but did not play with other performers until many years later. In 1997, she joined the Baxter Hollar Band as their bass player. In 2000, the Baxter Hollar band dissolved and was reformed as the band currently known as The Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band. In 2001, Libby became the manager and has held that title since. Libby sings lead and harmony on most of the arrangements. One of the many hats that Libby wears is also one of soundperson. She enjoys entertaining for her loyal fans. Libby’s career has been influenced by her father, Rhonda Vincent, Doyle Lawson, and the Osborne Brothers.

Darrell Sanders resides in Martinsburg. Darrell taught himself to play the banjo at a very young age by watching other banjo pickers like the late Andy Boarman. Everyday he would take his banjo up on the railroad tracks near his home and practice playing. At the age of 17, he entered a banjo competition and won! In the late 70’s through the late 80’s, he performed with Bill Harrell and the Virginians and made several recordings. He also played with Charlie Moore and The Dixie Partners. In the mid 90’s, he was one of the founding members of the Scott Brandon Band. He also has several recordings with Buzz Buzzby. Darrell joined Stoney Creek in 2003. In addition to his banjo talent, he is also the master on the dobro. Anyone who has heard Darrell play will testify that he is one of the best banjo players on the circuit. Darrell also sings harmony vocals on many of our arrangements. Stoney Creek is proud to have him as one of their members.

Ron Hazlett, also from Martinsburg, has been playing the guitar for as long as he can remember. Ron’s talent has led him to play all instruments. He sings lead and harmony on many of the vocals. Ron has played with many local country and bluegrass bands. Ron was also the banjo player for the original Baxter Hollar Band. Along with Libby, Ron is a founding member of the Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band. Ron is a walking dictionary when it comes to the history of bluegrass (and country) music. Ron has also written a few songs. Ron brings many great ideas and songs to our portfolio.

Stan Connelly comes to us from Frederick, Maryland. Stan learned to play the mandolin when he was a teenager. Stan can also play the guitar and fiddle. He has also performed with many local country and bluegrass bands. Stan joined Stoney Creek in 2000. Along with his talent, he often brings comedy to the Stoney Creek stage. Stan is a very strong lead and harmony vocalist. We can always count on Stan to keep our shows lively!

Wayne Masters is from Clear Spring, Maryland. Like all of our members, he learned to play (the fiddle) at a very young age. Not only can Wayne play a mean fiddle, he can also build a fiddle from scratch. Wayne’s talent also includes playing the guitar and mandolin, but his passion is the fiddle. Wayne joined Stoney Creek in 2001. Wayne may be the oldest member of the Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band, but he is one of the liveliest when he kicks his fiddle in high gear! Wayne has performed as a fiddler with many local country and bluegrass bands. Anyone can see that Wayne loves to perform!

Booking Information

For booking information call Libby Files at 304.754.7760 or stop by and visit our website at www.stoneycreekbluegrass.net and www.myspace.com/stoneycreekbluegrassband