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Last Transit

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
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"Last Transit, Treasure Chest"

Last Transit’s first CD release, Treasure Chest, is a radiant gem of superb acoustic music. Marke Foxworthy (guitar, banjo, dobro, and vocals) and Beth Mosko (fiddle, mandolin, and vocals) are Last Transit and, along with solid bass and mandolin support from Lisa Burns and Richard Burkett respectively, they have put together an outstanding first CD effort. Showcasing 11 originals out of 14 cuts, the CD glows with warmth, talent, and beautifully written, arranged, and performed acoustic music. Fiddle and banjo are the primary leads, sometimes trading leads, sometimes playing solo, and sometimes playing wonderfully woven melodies in unison. If you like acoustic music anchored in tradition but with a flair for the modern you will definitely like this CD. If you are looking for electric guitar and drums, this is not for you.
The CD starts with a mood setting fiddle and bass drone behind banjo lead on a Marke Foxworthy original titled “Whistling in the Dark,” which presents a beautiful and complex chord progression in a minor key setting. In fact, complex chord progressions sophisticated rhythmic patterns, and tight arrangements are what set this CD apart. The style and music is traditional to the heart, to be sure, but the skills of Marke and Beth in successfully bringing traditional music to more than the standard three-chord progression, spiced with minor keys, some Irish flair, and judicious use of the darker modal sound, elevate this CD to a special place.
Marke and Beth each also present an original vocal tune. In Beth’s case it is the upbeat “Caleb’s Bluff,” showcasing her songwriting skills as well as her wonderfully pure soprano voice. Marke offers his “Highway Angel,” a moody groove tune telling a sad story with great vocals and instrumentation.
Among my favorite – it’s hard to choose as there is not a bad tune on the CD – is Beth’s original “Franklin’s Waltz,” which is beautifully constructed and played on the fiddle. A stand out is Marke’s “My Way Home,” a first class instrumental piece showcasing his writing and arranging skills as well as his considerable banjo talents. This tune has the kind of melody you find yourself humming on the way home. Let’s hope we hear more from this talented duo.
Marke, Beth and Last Transit are hosting a CD release party at Acoustic Expressions, 2852 University Avenue in North Park, Monday, May 22, at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to come and meet Marke and Beth and hear them live. Admission is free.
- San Diego Troubadour


"Last Transit, Treasure Chest"

Last Transit’s first CD release, Treasure Chest, is a radiant gem of superb acoustic music. Marke Foxworthy (guitar, banjo, dobro, and vocals) and Beth Mosko (fiddle, mandolin, and vocals) are Last Transit and, along with solid bass and mandolin support from Lisa Burns and Richard Burkett respectively, they have put together an outstanding first CD effort. Showcasing 11 originals out of 14 cuts, the CD glows with warmth, talent, and beautifully written, arranged, and performed acoustic music. Fiddle and banjo are the primary leads, sometimes trading leads, sometimes playing solo, and sometimes playing wonderfully woven melodies in unison. If you like acoustic music anchored in tradition but with a flair for the modern you will definitely like this CD. If you are looking for electric guitar and drums, this is not for you.
The CD starts with a mood setting fiddle and bass drone behind banjo lead on a Marke Foxworthy original titled “Whistling in the Dark,” which presents a beautiful and complex chord progression in a minor key setting. In fact, complex chord progressions sophisticated rhythmic patterns, and tight arrangements are what set this CD apart. The style and music is traditional to the heart, to be sure, but the skills of Marke and Beth in successfully bringing traditional music to more than the standard three-chord progression, spiced with minor keys, some Irish flair, and judicious use of the darker modal sound, elevate this CD to a special place.
Marke and Beth each also present an original vocal tune. In Beth’s case it is the upbeat “Caleb’s Bluff,” showcasing her songwriting skills as well as her wonderfully pure soprano voice. Marke offers his “Highway Angel,” a moody groove tune telling a sad story with great vocals and instrumentation.
Among my favorite – it’s hard to choose as there is not a bad tune on the CD – is Beth’s original “Franklin’s Waltz,” which is beautifully constructed and played on the fiddle. A stand out is Marke’s “My Way Home,” a first class instrumental piece showcasing his writing and arranging skills as well as his considerable banjo talents. This tune has the kind of melody you find yourself humming on the way home. Let’s hope we hear more from this talented duo.
Marke, Beth and Last Transit are hosting a CD release party at Acoustic Expressions, 2852 University Avenue in North Park, Monday, May 22, at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to come and meet Marke and Beth and hear them live. Admission is free.
- San Diego Troubadour


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Treasure Chest 2006

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Last Transit is an eclectic duo that performs original and traditional Americana, Bluegrass, and Old-time music. Beth Mosko plays fiddle, mandolin, and guitar. Marke Foxworthy plays banjo, guitar, and dobro. The addition of bassist Lisa Burns and mandolin/guitarist Richard Burkett provides a 3-4-piece sound when desired.

On Labor Day of 2004 Beth and Marke challenged each other to a 24-hour picking marathon. Not only did the duo survive this endeavor, but has also practiced, performed, and recorded together ever since…

This passion for playing music is immediately evident to listeners. Marke’s rhythmic yet melodic banjo style, Beth’s sweet sense of melody can be heard in their writing as well as during a performance. The diverse talent of these two musicians shines brightest through their unique compositions radiating humor, solemnity, urgency, simple song, and class. Last Transit’s underlying fervor has deep roots within the individuals’ personalities. At the tender age of twenty, Marke heard John Hartford’s Aereoplain album and bought a banjo the very next day. A classically trained violinist, once Beth got a taste of fiddle music she left her chair in the symphony without looking back.

Last Transit has been interviewed and featured on Wayne Rice's radio show the "Bluegrass Special" on KSON, and featured on KRFC's "Live at Lunch" show. Beth and Marke have also performed at various bluegrass festivals and venues across the western U.S., opening for the James King Band and Ricky Skaggs. Beth has appeared as a guest artist with Sidesaddle & Co. at the Grass Valley Father’s Day Weekend Bluegrass Festival and opened for David Parmley and Continental Divide. Marke won first place in the 1994 Julian Bluegrass Festival banjo/fiddle contest, and his composition “My Way Home” is featured in the widely distributed Mel Bay Banjo Anthology book.

Last Transist released their debut CD, “Treasure Chest”, on March 31st, 2006. More information including performance dates can be found at www.lasttranist.com.

“Wonderful musicianship with a creative approach.” --Eric Uglum of Lost Highway

"Mark and Beth have been an important reason for our increase in business as their followers, both local and from nearby cities, come when they are playing. If you haven’t heard them before, you really need to as they are unique and refreshing professionals.” --Terry & Hanna Sheldon of Pine Hills Lodge, Julian CA