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(5 out of 5 stars) Playing Time - 48:56 Sparks are bound to fly when two Grammy Award winners get together for a musical collaboration. Pianist Hornsby and multi-instrumentalist Skaggs build an interpretive bridge into adventurous Americana territory. First, there are the diverse roots and influences that each brings to the table. Second, there is the strong original material that each contributes. Finally, there is the instrumental cohesiveness of Skaggs regular Kentucky Thunder band members. Sung by Skaggs or Hornsby, the songs don t necessarily strive for arrangements that emphasize vocal harmony. Rather, they tend to impart rhythmic intensity and the unique instrumental flair of various genres. This is largely the result of the musical union of piano (and even some minimal organ) with the likes of banjo, mandolin, accordion, fiddle, guitar, bass, jaw harp, resonator guitar, drums and more. It s a fascinating mixture that conveys energy, velocity and excitement. If one quest