Jeremy is 18 years old, skillfully talented on the flattop guitar
  and delivers vibrant vocals with a masterly  technique.  He began
  playing guitar at age ten, and at eleven he participated in the 
  Festival of Bluegrass in Kentucky.  In 2002, Jeremy had the honor
  of opening for Dr. Ralph Stanley (and The Clinch Mountain Boys)
  during his "O Brother Where Art Thou" tour.

 

 
  Jonathan, 14 years old, is vivacious on the (three-finger style) banjo and  
  accompanies his brother on vocals. He began playing banjo at eight.  
  Within six months, Jonathan was opening for Dr. Ralph  Stanley (and The    
  Clinch  Mountain Boys) during his "O Brother Where Art Thou" tour.  In 
  2003, Jonathan had the privilege of receiving the "Fan's Choice Award"
  at Raymond Fairchild's Maggie Valley Opry.



                                                                                          


       On and off stage, The Barker Brothers are heartily supported by their parents.  Angie 
       plays the upright bass, Scott plays mandolin, and they both contribute to the 
       "family harmony" that resounds throughout their vocals.

Blairsville Web 

Our musical heritage can be traced back over five generations
with family and friends gathering
to pass on the traditions that help keep this music alive and strong.

Howard Verner - "Uncle Howard" on bass
The Pine Ridge Boys provided music for
area churches and local events.


Julius Milton Verner Sr
        "Pa Verner"

Directed "shape note singing schools" in churches in east TN, north GA, and western NC.

 






Carrie Torrence Verner
"Ma Verner"

Accompanied her sister and brother, who were part of a gospel quartet, to all the area Gospel Singing Conventions.