Press Kit

Biography

The Rosa Lees hail from the hills of sunny Southern Oregon and trace a distinct line between their music and the vision of female bluegrass pioneers such as Hazel Dickens, Alice Gerrard, Rose Maddox, and beyond.

At the forefront of their music lies an emphasis on closely blended harmonies, hard-charging rhythms, and lyrically potent songs. Their repertoire mingles elements of traditional bluegrass with traces of old-time fiddle and banjo tunes, classic country, old-world Celtic music, and gospel. They prioritize songs with meaning and a strong turn of phrase, working to fuse all these ingredients into the original songs that punctuate their sets.

Audiences consistently rave about the distinct blend of their vocal harmonies and instrumental acuity, not to mention their playful on-stage demeanor. The Rosa Lees are Rachel Buklad on banjo, Jessie Monter on fiddle, Holly Hurley on bass, and Bekkah McAlvage on guitar.

Short Biography

The Rosa Lees are an all-female bluegrass band with inventive instrumentation, dynamic arrangements, and tight 4-part harmonies that draw on elements from traditional bluegrass to old-time and classic country through a songwriter's pen.

Performance Resume Highlights

2025 Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival

2025 Scott Valley Bluegrass Festival

2025, 2024 Wintergrass Music Festival Showcase

2025, 2024, 2023 Tsunami Books, Eugene

2024 Klamath Music Festival

2024 Oregon Shakespeare Festival Green Show

2024 Siskiyou Folk and Bluegrass Festival

2023 Britt Festival, Old Crow Medicine Show Pre-Show

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What People Are Saying

"The Rosa Lees bring and incredible light and energy to each of their performances. Their audiences are always in for a real treat."

- Nick Depew, Executive Director Klamath Music

"The Rosa Lees are an awesome all-ladies bluegrass and roots band, weaving rich harmonies, masterful instrumentals, and heartfelt lyrics. They have captivated the Southern Oregon music scene, filling up venues and warming the hearts of their fans. Their fun live shows are not to be missed. We love having them at Dunbar Farms."

- Nick Stevenson, Owner/Music Promoter - Dunbar Farms/Rocky Knoll Tasting Room

"The Rosa Lees harmonies are so tight, you'd swear these four women were sisters. On top of that, they are top-notch instrumentalists and songwriters whose songs only connect."

- Linda Leavitt, Cascade Bluegrass

"The Rosa Lees are a fierce woman led band that has incredible songwriting and expert delivery. They bring more than just a good crowd. They bring great talent to the bluegrass stage."

- Kimber Parris, Owner/Music Promoter - Art Bop Beer Company