Gravel Road Acoustic Trio is made up of three multi-talented musicians whose different backgrounds bring together a unique and exciting sound that you are sure to love. Their unique arrangements of bluegrass, country, folk, and pop tunes along with their vocal harmony precision make them stand out from the average bluegrass band. You’ll love their fun-loving nature, stage presence, and professionalism. Whether it’s Bill Monroe, The Jackson 5, or The Beatles, this dynamic trio can sing and play any style that’s sure to fit the occasion, from small meetings to large conventions.
If you’re looking for a group that can perform at your wedding AND reception, Gravel Road Acoustic Trio would be the perfect group for you. With their extensive classical music training, Derek and Lisa can perform classical violin duos for the ceremony or Meg can sing a beautiful classical aria accompanied by Derek on the guitar. Then for the reception, this versatile trio can perform music that will be sure to have your friends and family remembering your day for years to come!
Derek Deakins (guitar and vocals) is a multi-instrumentalist who plays fiddle, guitar, and mandolin. Originally from East Tennessee, Derek grew up playing bluegrass and country music. After graduating from high school, Derek moved to Nashville, Tennessee where he landed his first professional job playing with James Monroe, son of Bill Monroe, the father of bluegrass music. He also played fiddle with bluegrass legends and Grand Ole Opry stars The Osborne Brothers for three years. Most recently, you may have seen Derek playing on the road with country music superstar Blake Shelton. Derek has a music degree from Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, and is the Director of Orchestras at Wando High School.
Lisa Deakins (fiddle and vocals) has been playing the fiddle since she was four years old. Originally from Burlington, North Carolina, Lisa moved to Nashville after graduating from high school to further her career as a musician. While in college at Belmont University, Lisa began playing the fiddle and singing with country music superstar Pam Tillis. After graduating in 2006 with a degree in music, Lisa went on to play with Grand Ole Opry star Whisperin’ Bill Anderson. Her television appearances include Grand Ole Opry Live and the Crook and Chase Show, and she has won an International Bluegrass Music Association award for album of the year with the Daughters of Bluegrass for her contributions to the CD “Bluegrass Bouquet.”
Meg Monroe (lead and harmony vocals) is a native of Burlington, North Carolina. She is a multi-talented vocalist who can sing anything from bluegrass and country to pop and jazz. Her diverse taste in many musical genres brings a true creative spark to the Gravel Road Acoustic Trio. Before moving to Charleston, she lived and worked in New York City. While she was making her way through the musical theatre world, she appeared on MTV’s “Legally Blond” reality series. She has music degrees from both the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Columbia University. You can also catch Meg in episodes of Lifetime’s “Army Wives.”
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Sweet Blue Eyed Darlin’ Roly Poly Gravel Road Little Girl of Mine Those Memories Sawin’ on the Strings Black Ravens Marry Me Eleanor Rigby Crazy Circle of Wood Sea of Life Uncle Pen Everytime you Say Goodbye Devil Went Down to Georgia Scratch Jenny Lou I Want You Back She’s Got You Wagon Wheel If I Die Young Rollin’ in My Sweet Baby’s Arms Old Joe Clark The Lighthouse Tale I’ll Fly Away/I Saw the Light Somewhere Over the Rainbow Stop the World Salty Dog Piece of My Heart Chicken Fried Blue Moon of Kentucky Joy to the World (Jeremiah was a Bullfrog) If I Lose Heartless South’s Gonna Do It Walkin’ After Midnight Bobby McGee Rocky Top You Send Me Country Roads Man of Constant Sorrow Little Cabin Home on the Hill Keep on the Sunnyside All of Me Ring of Fire
