Adam Schlenker began studying guitar at the age of seven, through private lessons with Dan Bailey in Beckley, West Virginia. From day one he was hooked and followed his passion for guitar through high school and college before starting 5th Fret productions.

As coordinator of the Denison Bluegrass Program, Adam directs the Bluegrass Ensemble and teaches bluegrass history and bluegrass seminar courses. He plays about 80 shows a year and in addition to performing solo, he plays with a progressive acoustic trio called Fox N Hounds and the regional supergroup The Spikedrivers.

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Until we can be together physically, Arts@Denison is sharing weekly greetings, profiles, and performances to keep us connected through the fine arts. In the coming weeks we will celebrate the artistry of our students, faculty, staff, alums, and visiting artists. They will demonstrate the love, resilience, and creativity of Denison-connected artists and the power of the arts and our artists. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more arts from our Denison community.

April 9, 2020