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With enthusiasm for all varieties of string music, from folk to jazz to classical, seventeen year-old Alex Hargreaves has already more than proved his musical mettle, sharing the stage with an eclectic array of artists that includes David Grisman, Mark OConnor, Chris Thile, Tim OBrien, and David Bromberg. Anger heaps high praise on Hargreaves. 'Alex Hargreaves, in another era, on another continent, would probably have been Mozart. For jazz, theres no other fiddle player Id rather listen to, and to play music with him is like having a younger, smarter version of yourself supplying all the insanely cool musical ideas you wish youd thought of.' Marshall, who tapped Alex to join him on 2009s Mike Marshalls Big Trio says that Hargreaves is 'Arguably one of the greatest improvising violinists in America today.' Audible proof of Marshalls support can be heard on Prelude, Hargreavess solo recording debut which features guest performances from Bela Fleck and Noam Pikelny.