I was lucky enough to see Steve play a number of times starting in the early 70's at a number of small venues including the Main Point outside of Philadelphia and college settings. Whether he was backing up John Prine or playing was solo, he was always a special treat combining great guitar playing, songwriting and showmanship - truly a triple threat.
But perhaps the most memorable shows were when he was playing with Jethro Burns (of Homer and Jethro fame). In the mandolin world, Jethro was very close to the top in terms of playing ability. He was able to bring out the best in Steve's playing and the two of them put on unbelievable shows both in terms of technical playing as well as entertainment. If you can find it, there is an online version of the two of them playing 'The Lady is a Tramp'. Well worth listening to.
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