The Hollow Trees play what they call “Folk Music for Families.”    It’s high energy acoustic Americana music played with passion, skill, and humor.  They combine the musical styles of bluegrass, country, folk, blues and jazz and put their stamp on many traditional folk songs as well as original compositions.

The Hollow Trees were formed in 2004 by singer and guitar player Gregory Hollow Tree with upright bass player Laura Hollow Tree.  After the release of their first CD, “The Hollow Trees” and many shows, they expanded their lineup to include singer and jug player Traci Hollow Tree and a revolving cast of other musicians on instruments such as drums, mandolin, fiddle, and banjo.

Two more CDs followed, “Welcome to Nelsonville” and “Wacky’s Tackle.”   These records continued to reflect the evolution of the band.   During this time The Hollow Trees have played many shows to enthusiastic and appreciative audiences.  These shows include multiple appearances at the Topanga Banjo and Fiddle Contest, the Long Beach Folk Revival Festival, Kidspace Children’s Museum, the Theatricum Botanicum, McCabe’s Guitar Shop, and many more.

In 2016 they released their fourth CD “Hello Friend!”  This record has an emphasis on original songs done in a swinging traditional jazz sound.   There are many funny songs on this release that encourage dancing and singing along.  Highlights include “What Do You Want on Your Taco?” “My Dog Has Fleas,” “I Can’t Dance (I’ve Got Ants in My Pants)” and the title song “Hello Friend.”

The Hollow Trees’ universe revolves around the Hollow Tree and it’s resident Nelson.  The Hollow Tree grows in the middle of a magic meadow, hidden inside an enchanted forest which is located on the outskirts of the town of Nelsonville.  Many of the Trees’ original songs tell stories about Nelson and his friends and fellow residents of Nelsonville, and Nelson himself is known to make appearances at Hollow Trees’ shows.

The Hollow Trees’ show is geared toward children from the ages of 1-7, but the good humor and high level of musicianship makes it fun for all ages.