David Lindley and Jorma Kaukonen Reunite for “Rag Bag” at Fur Peace Ranch
In 2014, David Lindley welcomed an old friend, Jorma Kaukonen, to the stage for a spirited performance of “Rag Bag” at the Fur Peace Ranch in southeast Ohio. Part of the ranch’s celebrated concert series, the performance captured a rare moment of camaraderie between two guitar legends whose paths have crossed throughout decades of American music.
“Rag Bag” is the perfect vehicle for this reunion: a playful, improvisational piece that allows each musician to showcase individual skill while listening and responding to the other. Lindley’s mastery of multiple stringed instruments and his fluid, melodic approach intertwined seamlessly with Kaukonen’s blues-infused phrasing, producing a conversation in music that felt both effortless and alive.
The setting of Fur Peace Ranch, renowned for its intimate and attentive audience environment, added warmth to the experience. Listeners could witness not only technical brilliance but the joy and familiarity of two friends reconnecting through song. The performance reflected the spirit of the ranch’s mission: nurturing musical exploration, collaboration, and authenticity.
More than a single tune, this rendition of “Rag Bag” stood as a testament to the enduring power of friendship in music. It reminded audiences that even after decades of individual careers, spontaneous collaboration and shared musical intuition can create moments that feel timeless, intimate, and exhilarating all at once.